EU Fire Rated Door and Construction Products

EU Regulations and Standards for Fire Rated Doors and Construction Products

To ensure that EU fire rated door and doorsets meet the highest safety and performance standards, it is essential to comply with several key EU regulations and directives that govern the marketing and certification of construction products within the European market. These regulations help ensure that fire doors and their components are safe for use and meet the required standards for fire resistance, durability, and performance.

Relevant EU Regulations

1. REGULATION (EU) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and Council (9 March 2011)
   This regulation sets harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products, including fire rated doors. It repeals Council Directive 89/106/EEC and establishes the legal framework for the CE marking of construction products such as doorsets, ensuring that these products meet European safety standards.
2. COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) No 157/2014 (30 October 2013)
   This regulation outlines the requirements for making a declaration of performance (DoP) available online. It ensures manufacturers provide transparent performance information for products like fire doors and doorsets on their websites, which is essential for product transparency and consumer safety.
3. COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) No 568/2014 (18 February 2014)
   This regulation amends Annex V to Regulation (EU) No 305/2011 and focuses on the assessment and verification of constancy of performance (AVCP) for construction products. It guarantees that fire rated doors and other construction products maintain consistent quality and performance throughout their lifecycle.
4. COMMISSION DELEGATED REGULATION (EU) No 574/2014 (21 February 2014)
   This regulation amends Annex III to Regulation (EU) No 305/2011, offering a model for manufacturers to prepare and present their declaration of performance for construction products. This declaration is crucial for proving that a fire door complies with European safety standards, providing essential information about its fire resistance and overall performance.

Accessing the Regulations–EU fire rated door

These regulations can be accessed through official EU legal websites, where they serve as essential guidelines for manufacturers, importers, and distributors involved in the production, certification, and marketing of fire rated doors and other construction products within the European Union. Adherence to these regulations ensures that fire doors meet safety standards and provide reliable fire protection.

Elements of Hardware That Can Be Included in a BS EN 15269-3 Extended Application Report Without Further Testing

Incorporating hardware into fire-rated doorsets that claim performance for fire resistance under BS EN 13501-2 often requires a BS EN 15269-3 extended application report. Certain hardware elements can be included in this report without the need for additional testing, provided they meet the necessary fire resistance and safety standards. This helps streamline the certification process while maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

General Requirements for Hardware on EU fire rated door

For fire doors to maintain their fire resistance, all hardware used in their construction must be tested and proven suitable for use in fire-rated doors. The hardware’s suitability is demonstrated by passing:

• A full-size fire test according to BS EN 1634-1
• A small-scale fire test according to BS EN 1634-2

These tests ensure that the hardware is representative of the intended doorset’s construction and meets the required fire resistance for the specified classification period.

Considerations for Extended Application Reports

Certain changes to a doorset, when adding hardware, may not require additional testing under the following conditions:

• The material removed from the door leaf or frame to accommodate the hardware does not compromise the overall integrity of the doorset.
• Proper intumescent protection is applied if necessary to ensure fire resistance.
• The size and weight of the hardware elements are appropriate and do not negatively affect the performance of the doorset.
• The material properties of the hardware match those specified for fire-rated components.

By adhering to these guidelines, manufacturers can ensure that their fire doors and hardware comply with BS EN 16034, reducing the need for redundant testing while still ensuring the safety and fire protection required for building applications.