European Standard Fire Doors: CE Marking and Fire Rated Performance by YK Door Industry Co., Ltd.
At YK Fire Rated Door Manufacturer, we recognize the critical importance of aligning our products with the latest European fire door standards. Since November 2019, CE marking has been mandatory for external fire rated doors under EN 14351-1, streamlining both certification and compliance for manufacturers and end-users.
Why CE Marking Is Crucial for Fire Resistance Doors
- Simplified Compliance & Certification
With the adoption of CE marking, manufacturers no longer require multiple documents to verify the fire resistance performance of their doors. Instead, the Declaration of Performance (DoP) now serves as the official proof of compliance. This significantly reduces administrative complexity while ensuring thorough safety validation. - Enhanced Quality & Safety Assurance
At YK Door Industry Co., Ltd., every fire resistance door undergoes stringent testing to meet European safety benchmarks. CE certification confirms that our fire rated doors are engineered for effective fire protection, offering reliable performance in critical situations. - Regulatory Considerations: Escape Routes & Panic Hardware
It’s essential to highlight that while non-fire-rated external doors may be self-certified, any fire door installed on an escape route equipped with panic hardware must adhere strictly to CE marking requirements. Self-certification is not permitted in these cases, emphasizing the importance of verified third-party assessment. - Building Consumer Confidence through Independent Audits
Under the Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance (AVCP) system 1, our fire rated doorsets and production processes are audited by notified bodies through surveillance inspections. This independent verification guarantees that YK’s fire doors are produced to the highest quality standards and will perform reliably when needed most.
CE Fire Door Ratings: Essential Characteristics and Performance Metrics
For a fire resistance doorset to carry the CE mark, it must demonstrate compliance with key performance indicators as outlined in the harmonised European Standard BS EN 16034. These include:
- Resistance to fire
- Smoke control
- Self-closing capability (full closure from any angle)
- Ability to release hold-open devices
- Durability of release mechanisms
- Durability of self-closing function
Though the official publication in the OJEU (Official Journal of the European Union) is pending, once finalized, it will trigger the start of CE marking requirements for doorsets under these criteria. A coexistence period will follow, during which older standards, such as BS 476-22, may still be referenced for performance validation.
Additionally, other attributes—such as acoustic insulation and thermal efficiency—will be certified through BS EN 14351-1 for external doorsets and pr EN 14351-2 for internal applications.
Fire Door Compliance Across the UK: Standards and Regulatory Requirements by YK Door Industry Co., Ltd.
At YK Fire Rated Door Manufacturer, we ensure that every fire resistance door we produce aligns with the specific regulatory requirements across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Understanding regional building codes is vital for manufacturers and project developers alike, especially when dealing with fire doors, fire rated doorsets, and fire resistance door assemblies.
Integrity and Smoke Control: Dual Pathways for Compliance
The performance of fire rated doors is primarily measured by two key characteristics:
- Integrity (including insulation)
- Smoke control
To certify these attributes, fire doorsets or door assemblies can undergo testing via two recognized pathways:
- British Standards (BS 476-22 for integrity & insulation, BS 476-31.1 for smoke control)
- European Standards (EN 1634-1 for integrity & insulation, EN 1634-3 for smoke control)
Both standards are accepted under UK building regulations, giving manufacturers and specifiers the flexibility to choose the appropriate certification path for their project needs.
Functional Performance: Closing Mechanisms and Hold-Open Devices
Beyond fire and smoke resistance, building regulations also demand that fire doors exhibit reliable mechanical functions:
- The ability to self-close from any angle, ensuring that the door leaf securely shuts without manual intervention.
- The release function of hold-open devices, guaranteeing that the door will close automatically if required during an emergency.
These mechanical performance characteristics are evaluated under BS EN 16034, further enhancing the safety credentials of certified fire rated doors.
CE Marking Transition Period and Current Practices
While the formal publication of BS EN 16034 in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) will mandate CE marking for fire rated doorsets, a coexistence period will allow for continued use of existing certification practices. Until the end of this period, manufacturers like YK Door Industry Co., Ltd. can still certify their fire resistance doors through established British and European standards, without immediate need for CE marking.
This ensures uninterrupted market access and regulatory compliance for ongoing projects, while providing time for the industry to adapt to CE marking procedures.
BS EN 16034 的范围限制
It’s important to note that BS EN 16034 explicitly excludes certain product categories from CE marking eligibility:
- Fire door assemblies or door leaves assembled from components by multiple manufacturers, where no single entity assumes full responsibility.
- Internal fire doors in domestic dwellings that are not self-closing and are designed to remain unlocked.
For these products, performance validation will continue via British Standards or European Standards, supported by test and assessment documentation, even after CE marking becomes mandatory for other categories.
CE Marking and Declaration of Performance: Manufacturer Obligations
When the harmonised standard is officially recognized, any manufacturer choosing to apply the CE marking must comply with the Construction Products Regulation (CPR) and follow Annex ZA of BS EN 16034. At YK Fire Rated Door Manufacturer, we are fully prepared to meet these requirements, ensuring that our products maintain the highest levels of fire resistance, mechanical reliability, and regulatory compliance across Europe and the UK.
European standards have always been a symbol of quality, and the CE-certified fire doors from YK Fire Door Factory will provide customers with the most satisfying answers.
