BS EN 13126-1:2006 Building hardware - Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows - Part 1: Requirements common to all types of hardware
This European Standard specifies performance requirements for the strength and durability of hardware for
the operation of movable sashes of windows and balcony doors including requirements and test methods
common to all hardware.
This European Standard is applicable to the hardware suitable for windows and balcony doors in Table 1,
whatever the material used for the construction of the window.
Fusible links, hardware for lifting side-hung windows, hardware for windows that remain parallel to their own
plane and move perpendicular to it on pantograph type gear, fixing devices that are used to assemble or
install a fixed window, devices that are used for the permanent fixing of a complete window into a building
structure, mechanisms for the pneumatic or hydraulic remote operation of windows; also single axis hinges
(other than those, which provide a pivot-function for windows) and dead bolts suitable for both door and
window sashes, as covered in EN 1935 and EN 12051 respectively.
NOTE 1 Should fire/smoke classifications be required, reference should be made to the respective standards
mentioned in 5.5.
NOTE 2 Should burglar resistance
BS EN 13126-1:2006 history
2022BS EN 13126-1:2022 Building hardware. Hardware for windows and door height windows. Requirements and test methods. Requirements common to all types of hardware
2011BS EN 13126-1:2011 Building hardware. Hardware for windows and door height windows. Requirements and test methods. Requirements common to all types of hardware
2006BS EN 13126-1:2006 Building hardware - Requirements and test methods for windows and doors height windows - Part 1: Requirements common to all types of hardware
2004BS DD CEN/TS 13126-1:2004 Building hardware, fittings for windows and door height windows - Requirements and test methods - Part 1:Requirements common to all types of fittings