What is BS EN 12237 - Ductwork requirements for building ventilation about?

Ductwork channels are essential to the ventilation of buildings they contribute to better indoor air quality irrespective of external weather conditions through the year.

BS EN 12237 specifies requirements and test methods for strength and air leakage of circular ductwork used in air conditioning and ventilation systems in buildings.

BS EN 12237 is intended to establish the mechanical strength and leakage required to verify the fitness for the intended service as installed ductwork.

BS EN 12237 is intended for testing specific installations as well as product series in general under in-situ or laboratory conditions. The requirements and methods are applicable also to rectangular ductwork in respect of air leakage.

Who is BS EN 12237 - Ductwork requirements for building ventilation for?

BS EN 12237 on ductwork requirements for building ventilation is relevant to:

Manufacturers of ventilation and air conditioning systems
Manufacturers of circular sheet metal air ducts
Quality control and testing personnel
Mechanical engineers
Product designers
Building designers and architects

Why should you use BS EN 12237 - Ductwork requirements for building ventilation?

For the efficient and optimal performance of circular sheet metal ducts, it is vital that they be tested so that incidents of product failures such air leakages and deformations are minimized.

In this regard, BS EN 12237 provides best industry guidance on requirements and test methods to demonstrate whether your products are fit for purpose.

A recommended procedure, if the permitted air leakage rate is exceeded when testing a specific installation, is also given in BS EN 12237.

As a result, if you are a manufacturer of circular sheet metal ducts used for building ventilation, adopting BS EN 12237 test methods and requirements can help determine whether your products are reliable and effective for use.

BS EN 12237:2003

Ventilation for buildings. Ductwork. Strength and leakage of circular sheet metal ducts

Current

Published:

16 Apr 2003