BS 5234-2:1992

What is BS 5234-2 - Specification for performance requirements for strength and robustness about?  

BS 5234-2 is the second part of the multiple series that specifies the performance requirements for the strength and robustness of a sample partition when tested by the methods given in the annexes. The partition specimen to be tested is defined and includes a doorset and the surface finish of the partition where this is supplied as part of the partition. 

Note 1: The requirements tested may be applied to a partition regardless of the materials used in its construction. However, it would be unnecessary and/or inappropriate to apply some tests to some forms of construction; for example, heavyweight anchorage tests on movable partitions, screens, or WC cubicles, hard body impact tests on the glass of glazed partitions, etc. Masonry partitions should be designed for structural requirements in accordance with BS 5628-1:1978, BS 5628-2:1985, and BS 5628-3:1985. However, the design of some masonry partitions may need modification to achieve some of the performance criteria when tested by the methods given in this Part of BS 5234. 

Note2: BS 5234-2 does not include requirements for wind loading. 

Who is BS 5234-2 - Specification for performance requirements for strength and robustness for?  

BS 5234-2 on performance requirements for strength and robustness is useful for: 

• Construction industries 
• Civil engineers 
• Contractors  
• Builders 
• Testing laboratories of strength and robustness 
• Regulatory authorities 

Why should you use BS 5234-2 - Specification for performance requirements for strength and robustness? 

Partitions are graded according to the level of activity in adjacent spaces and the degree of care likely to be exercised by people in the area for a partition to be described as having a particular grade shall pass all the tests for that grade. 

BS 5234-2 specifies Partition grade that is derived when all the relevant tests are applied to the test specimen and, where specified, to the specimen’s right-angle partition junction. BS 5234-2 provides performance levels that are given for each requirement tested based on the frequency and/or intensity of the loads on the partition. BS 5234-2 also specifies Methods of test that are given for stiffness, hard and soft body impacts, door slamming, crowd pressure, and anchorages for lightweight fittings, washbasins, and wall cupboards. 

Overall, BS 5234-2 will help you to determine the effect of large soft body impacts and door slamming.