What is BS EN 1634-1 - Fire resistance test for door and shutter assemblies and openable windows about?
BS EN 1634-1 is the first part of the multi-series standard that is applicable to fire resistance and smoke control tests for door and shutter assemblies, openable windows and elements of building hardware.
BS EN 1634-1 specifies a method for determining the fire resistance of door and shutter
Assemblies and openable windows designed for installation within openings incorporated in vertical separating elements, such as:
- Hinged and pivoted doors
- Horizontally sliding and vertically sliding doors including articulated sliding doors and sectional doors
- Folding doors, sliding folding doors /shutters
- Tilting doors
- Rolling shutter doors
- Openable windows
- Operable fabric curtains
Note:
BS EN 1634-1 is used in conjunction with EN 1363-1.
The testing of fire dampers is covered by EN 1366-2.
The testing of closures for conveyor systems is covered by EN 1366-7.
Who is BS EN 1634-1 - Fire resistance test for door and shutter assemblies and openable windows?
BS EN 1634-1 on fire resistance test for door and shutter assemblies and openable windows is useful for:
- Construction industry
- Testing laboratories of fire resistance
- Manufacturers and suppliers of door and shutter assemblies and openable windows
- Building contractors
Why should you use BS EN 1634-1 - Fire resistance test for door and shutter assemblies and openable windows?
BS EN 1634-1 defines the allowable changes to the test specimen following a successful fire resistance test. These variations can be applied automatically without the need for the sponsor to seek additional evaluation, calculation or approval.
BS EN 1634-1 provides test conditions, specimens, and test procedures that will allow you to carry out the test effectively.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 supersedes BS EN 1634‑1:2014, which is withdrawn.
