BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018

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BS EN 1634-1:2014+A1:2018 supersedes BS EN 1634‑1:2014, which is withdrawn.