BS EN 13126-14:2012 BSI Standards Publication Building hardware — Hardware for windows and balcony doors — Requirements and test methods Part 14: Sash fasteners BS EN 13126-14:2012 BRITISH STANDARD National foreword This British Standard is the UK implementation of EN 13126-14:2012 It supersedes DD CEN/TS 13126-14:2004 which is withdrawn The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to Technical Committee B/538/4, Building hardware A list of organizations represented on this committee can be obtained on request to its secretary This publication does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of a contract Users are responsible for its correct application © The British Standards Institution 2012 Published by BSI Standards Limited 2012 ISBN 978 580 75391 ICS 91.190 Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from legal obligations This British Standard was published under the authority of the Standards Policy and Strategy Committee on 31 May 2012 Amendments issued since publication Date Text affected BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14 EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM May 2012 ICS 91.190 Supersedes CEN/TS 13126-14:2004 English Version Building hardware - Hardware for windows and balcony doors Requirements and test methods - Part 14: Sash fasteners Quincaillerie pour le bâtiment - Ferrures de fenêtres et portes-fenêtres - Exigences et méthodes d'essai - Partie 14: Verrouillages came Baubeschläge - Beschläge für Fenster und Fenstertüren Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren - Teil 14: Einreiberverschlüsse für Schiebefenster This European Standard was approved by CEN on 23 March 2012 CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German) A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and United Kingdom EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels © 2012 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CEN national Members Ref No EN 13126-14:2012: E BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) Contents Page Foreword 3 Scope 6 Normative references 6 Terms and definitions 6 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 Classification 6 General 6 Category of use (1 – first digit) .6 Durability (2 – second digit) 6 Mass (3 – third digit) 7 Fire resistance (4 – fourth digit) 7 Safety in use (5 – fifth digit) 7 Corrosion resistance (6 – sixth digit) 7 Security (7 – seventh digit) 7 Application (8 – eighth digit) 7 Test sizes – Size limitations (9 – ninth digit) 7 Example of classification for sash fasteners (EN 13126-14) .7 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.3 5.3.4 5.4 5.5 Requirements 8 General 8 Durability test 8 Static force tests 8 General 8 Operating force test .8 Excessive horizontal force test 8 Excessive vertical force test .9 Wear test 9 Critical deformation test .9 Test apparatus .9 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.3.1 7.3.2 7.3.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 Test methods 9 Samples 9 Durability test procedure 10 Static force test procedure 10 Operating force test procedure 10 Excessive horizontal force test procedure 10 Excessive vertical force test procedure 11 Wear test procedure 11 Critical deformation test procedure 11 Corrosion resistance test 11 Annex A (informative) Test method diagrams 13 Annex B (normative) Flow Chart of test procedure 14 BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) Foreword This document (EN 13126-14:2012) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 33 “Doors, windows, shutters, building hardware and curtain walling”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by November 2012, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by November 2012 Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights This document supersedes CEN/TS 13126-14:2004 The following is a list of the technical changes made since the previous edition of this standard, organised according to their relevant clauses: a) Clause 3, Terms and definitions: 1) Definition of "Pull-in" added as 3.2; b) Clause 4, Classification: 1) Example of classification added in 4.11; c) Clause 5, Requirements: 1) Requirements in the whole of Clause 5: completely revised; d) Clause 7, Test methods 1) Test methods in whole Clause 7: completely revised; 2) Reduction in force from 40 N to 20 N in 7.3.1; 3) Reduction in force from 40 N to 20 N in 7.3.2; 4) Reduction in force from 40 N to 20 N in 7.3.3; 5) Reduction in force from 40 N to 20 N in 7.4 A full contribution to the preparation of this European Standard has been made by the European manufacturers´ organisation ‘ARGE’ and National Standards institutions This European Standard is one of a series of European Standards for building hardware products It is divided into seventeen parts to incorporate all types of windows and balcony doors: EN 13126-1, Building hardware Hardware for windows and door height windows Requirements and test methods Part 1: Requirements common to all types of hardware; EN 13126-2, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 2: Window fastener handles; BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) EN 13126-3, Building hardware Hardware for windows and door-height windows Requirements and test methods Part 3: Handles, primarily for Tilt&Turn, Tilt-First and Turn-Only hardware; EN 13126-4, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 4: Espagnolettes; EN 13126-5, Building hardware Hardware for windows and door height windows Requirements and test methods Part 5: Devices that restrict the opening of windows and door height windows; EN 13126-6, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 6: Variable geometry stay hinges (with or without a friction stay); EN 13126-7, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and door height windows Part 7: Finger catches; EN 13126-8, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 8: Tilt&Turn, Tilt-First and Turn-Only hardware; prEN 13126-9, Building hardware Hardware for windows and door height windows Requirements and test methods Part 9: Hardware for horizontal and vertical pivot windows; EN 13126-10, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 10: Arm-balancing systems; EN 13126-11, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 11: Top projecting reversible hardware; EN 13126-12, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 12: Side projecting reversible hardware; EN 13126-13, Building hardware — Hardware for windows and balcony doors — Part 13: Requirements and test methods Sash balances; EN 13126-14, Building hardware — Hardware for windows and balcony doors Requirements and test methods — Part 14: Sash fasteners; EN 13126-15, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 15: Rollers for horizontal sliding and sliding folding windows and doors; EN 13126-16, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 16: Hardware for Lift&Slide windows and doors; EN 13126-17, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 17: Hardware for Tilt&Slide windows and doors; prEN 13126-18, Building hardware Specifications for the fittings for the operation of windows and door height windows Part 18: Requirements and test procedures for durability, strength, security and functionality of Fan light openers for windows and door height windows; EN 13126-19, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and door height windows Part 19: Sliding Closing Devices Informative Annex A of EN 13126-1:2011 gives detailed schedules of the elements of components of the seventeen parts of this European Standard BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) Informative Annex B of EN 13126-1:2011 details, in connection with Annex A of the same standard, the concerned parts and their reference to the relevant widow types Normative and informative annexes to all parts of this European Standard are indicated in the contents of the seventeen parts The performance tests incorporated in this standard are considered to be reproducible and as such will provide a consistent and objective assessment of the performance of these products throughout CENCENELEC Member States According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) Scope This European Standard specifies requirements and test methods for durability, strength, security and function of sash fasteners for windows and door height windows Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application For dated references, only the edition cited applies For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies EN 1670, Building hardware Corrosion resistance Requirements and test methods EN 12519:2004, Windows and pedestrian doors Terminology EN 13126-1:2011, Building hardware Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows Part 1: Requirements common to all types of hardware ISO 4520, Chromate conversion coatings on electroplated zinc and cadmium coatings Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN 13126-1:2011 and EN 12519:2004 and the following apply 3.1 sash fastener device to secure, in the closed position, the sashes of a double or single vertically sliding window and the sashes of a horizontally sliding window 3.2 pull-in distance the sashes are moved towards each other during operation of a sash fastener from a fully open to a fully closed position 4.1 Classification General The classification for sash fasteners shall be in accordance with the requirements of Clause of EN 13126-1:2011 4.2 Category of use (1 – first digit) No marking is required for the category of use in accordance with 4.2 of EN 13126-1:2011 4.3 Durability (2 – second digit) Grades shall be in accordance with 4.3 of EN 13126-1:2011 and 5.2 of this standard BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) 4.4 Mass (3 – third digit) Grades shall be in accordance with 4.4 of EN 13126-1:2011 4.5 Fire resistance (4 – fourth digit) One grade shall be identified in accordance with 4.5 of EN 13126-1:2011 4.6 grade 0: no requirements Safety in use (5 – fifth digit) One grade shall be identified in accordance with 4.6 of EN 13126-1:2011 4.7 grade 1: The hardware shall conform to the requirements of EN 13126-1 and this standard Corrosion resistance (6 – sixth digit) Grades shall be in accordance with 4.7 of EN 13126-1:2011 4.8 Security (7 – seventh digit) No marking is required for the category of security in accordance with 4.8 of EN 13126-1:2011 4.9 Application (8 – eighth digit) The eighth digit shows “14”, indicating the part of the standard that was used for testing the sash fasteners in accordance with 4.9 of EN 13126-1:2011 4.10 Test sizes – Size limitations (9 – ninth digit) The ninth digit shows the test sizes in accordance with 4.10 of EN 13126-1:2011 as follows: ) ) S.W in mm / S.H in mm EXAMPLE 600 S.W x 200 S.H NOTE The specified size is a test size only It does not relate to the maximum size to which a window may be fabricated 4.11 Example of classification for sash fasteners - 040 - 14 600/1 200 The example above denotes a sash fastener, which has the following classifications: Digit category of use 1) S.W = sash width 2) S.H = sash height (no requirements) BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) Digit durability grade (25 000 cycles) Digit mass 40 kg Digit fire resistance grade (no requirements) Digit safety in use grade Digit corrosion resistance grade Digit security (no requirements) Digit applicable part tested in accordance with part 14 of this standard Digit test sizes S.W = 600 mm, S.H = 200 mm S.W = sash width S.H = sash height Requirements 5.1 General The requirements for sash fasteners shall be in accordance with Clause of EN 13126-1:2011 5.2 Durability test The test specified in 7.2 shall be used to ensure the sash fastener is capable of continued operation after cycling in accordance with the grades specified in 7.2, with regard given to normal maintenance Upon completion of the durability test in accordance with 7.2 the sash fastener shall continue to function normally 5.3 5.3.1 Static force tests General The tests specified in 7.3.1, 7.3.2 and 7.3.3 shall be used to ensure the hardware is capable of withstanding both normal operations and excessive forces with minimal deformation 5.3.2 Operating force test Upon completion of the operating force test in accordance with 7.3.1, the operating force shall not exceed Nm nor an applied force of 50 N 5.3.3 Excessive horizontal force test Upon completion of the excessive horizontal force test in accordance with 7.3.2, the maximum deformation shall not exceed mm BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) 5.3.4 Excessive vertical force test Upon completion of the excessive vertical force test in accordance with 7.3.3, the maximum deformation shall not exceed mm 5.4 Wear test The tests specified in 7.4 shall be used to ensure the sash fastener is capable of continued operation after cycling, under load, to the same number of cycles as that selected in 5.2, with regard given to normal maintenance Upon completion of the wear test in accordance with 7.4: The pull-in shall not have increased by more than 0,2 mm The sash fastener shall not be fractured The sash fastener shall continue to function normally 5.5 Critical deformation test The test specified in 7.5 shall be used to ensure the sash fastener retains sufficient pull-in following prolonged usage, including additional excessive force Upon completion of the critical deformation test in accordance with 7.5, there shall be no permanent deformation of the sash fastener Test apparatus The sash fasteners shall be installed in the test specimen for testing as in Clause of EN 13126-1:2011, and in accordance with the manufacturer’s fixing instructions The hardware manufacturer shall provide test specimens for the testing institute A drawing of the profile cross-section with relevant information shall be enclosed in the test application, as well as the necessary hardware installation information for the windows The test shall be conducted on a test rig which corresponds in function and shape to the window for which the hardware is intended The hardware tested shall conform to the manufacturer’s recommendation for the size and mass of the test specimen 7.1 Test methods Samples Three samples shall be used for testing in accordance with this European Standard Sample A - performance tests Sample B - corrosion test Sample C - retained for reference control NOTE Sample B should only be required if the manufacturer of the sash fastener cannot supply a test report in accordance with EN 1670 BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) NOTE 7.2 Sample C should be retained by the test institute for the duration of the validity of the test report Durability test procedure Sash fasteners should be mounted in accordance with the manufacturer’s fitting instructions Measure and record the pull-in before commencing testing to an accuracy of 0,1 mm (see Figure A.1) Cycle 25 the sash fastener in accordance with one of the following grades at the rate of 250 grade : 10 000 cycles (+ %) cycles grade : 15 000 cycles (+ %) cycles grade : 25 000 cycles (+ %) cycles cycles/h The fastener shall be cycled from a fully open position to a fully closed position NOTE All moving parts requiring lubrication may be lubricated in accordance with the hardware manufacturer's instructions unless the manufacturer has specified the hardware as maintenance free Acceptance criteria are in accordance with 8.4 of EN 13126-1:2011, and 5.2 of this standard 7.3 7.3.1 Static force test procedure Operating force test procedure The cam of the sash fastener is partially engaged to (20 ± 2) % engagement within the keeper +1 A force of 20 N − N is applied to the sash in a horizontal direction to separate the fastener from the keeper +1 A force of 20 N − N is applied to the sash in a vertical direction to separate the fastener from the keeper (see Figure A.2) Measure the torque required to turn the fastener cam until it is fully engaged Acceptance criteria are in accordance with 8.4 of EN 13126-1:2011, and 5.3.2 of this standard 7.3.2 Excessive horizontal force test procedure +1 With the operating forces of 20 N − N maintained, increase the force in a horizontal direction to 300 N + 15 − N for a period of (10 ± 3) s Remove the force Measure and record any permanent deformation of the sash fastener Acceptance criteria are in accordance with 8.4 of EN 13126-1:2011, and 5.3.3 of this standard 7.3.3 Excessive vertical force test procedure Repeat the operating force test in accordance with 7.3.1 10 BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) +1 + 15 With the operating forces of 20 N − N maintained, increase the force in a vertical direction to 300 N − N for a period of (10 ± 3) s Remove the force Measure and record any permanent deformation of the sash fastener Acceptance criteria are in accordance with 8.4 of EN 13126-1:2011, and 5.3.4 of this standard 7.4 Wear test procedure The cam of the sash fastener is partially engaged to (50 ± 2) % engagement within the keeper +1 A force of 20 N − N is applied to the sash in a horizontal direction to separate the fastener from the keep +1 A force of 20 N − N is applied to the sash in a vertical direction to separate the fastener from the keep (see Figure A.2) Cycle the sash fastener to the number of cycles previously chosen for the Durability Test in 7.2 The fastener shall be cycled through (60 ± 5)° equally about the centre line of the engaged position NOTE All moving parts requiring lubrication may be lubricated in accordance with the hardware manufacturer's instructions unless the manufacturer has specified the hardware as maintenance free Measure and record the pull-in at the conclusion of testing to an accuracy of 0,1 mm (see Figure A.1) Acceptance criteria are in accordance with 8.4 of EN 13126-1:2011, and 5.4 of this standard 7.5 Critical deformation test procedure Repeat the operating force test in accordance with 7.3.1 Repeat the excessive horizontal force test in accordance with 7.3.2 Repeat the excessive vertical force test in accordance with 7.3.3 Acceptance criteria are in accordance with 8.4 of EN 13126-1:2011 and 5.5 of this standard 7.6 Corrosion resistance test NOTE A test should only be required if the manufacturer cannot supply a test report in accordance with EN 1670 All corrosion tests shall be on original new samples For zinc galvanized surfaces on iron or steel, the specified thickness of 12 µ (class 3) or 16 µ (class 4) is not necessary if other surface protection methods are used to conform to the requirements (minimum time to formation of white corrosion products) of ISO 4520 (µ = micrometre) Unless a test report can be provided by the manufacturer, the hardware shall be tested in accordance with EN 1670 NOTE The evaluation of the corrosion resistance is limited to the essential areas (as a rule, the visible surfaces of the installed hardware) 11 BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) Annex A (informative) Test method diagrams Figure A.1 Pull-in measurement Figure A.2 Applied force 12 BS EN 13126-14:2012 EN 13126-14:2012 (E) Annex B (normative) Flow Chart of test procedure Start Sample A Sample B Sample C 7.2 7.6 Corrosion Resistance test Retain for reference control Durability test 7.3.1 Operating force test 7.3.2 Excessive horizontal force test 7.3.3 Excessive vertical force test 7.4 Wear test 7.5 Critical deformation test Finish 13 This page deliberately left blank This page deliberately left blank NO COPYING WITHOUT BSI PERMISSION EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY COPYRIGHT LAW British Standards Institution (BSI) BSI is the national body responsible for preparing British Standards and other standards-related publications, information and services BSI is incorporated by Royal Charter British Standards and other standardization 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