M/BC/CEN/92/33 - CPD: Space heating, cooling

Purpose

The mandate M/BC/CEN/92/33 aims to support the development of European standards related to space heating, cooling, and air conditioning systems. This includes addressing aspects of mechanical and natural ventilation as well as smoke extraction in buildings. The goal is to facilitate compliance with the Construction Products Directive (CPD) by providing standardized methods and criteria for these building services.

Standardisation request

The request calls for the preparation of harmonised standards for products and systems involved in space heating, cooling, air conditioning, ventilation, and smoke extraction. This includes both mechanical and natural ventilation solutions, ensuring that performance, safety, and interoperability requirements are comprehensively covered to assist manufacturers and stakeholders in the building industry.

Expected deliverables

• Harmonised European standards covering space heating and cooling equipment
• Standards for air conditioning systems including mechanical and natural ventilation
• Specifications related to smoke extraction systems
• Documentation supporting the implementation of these standards in line with CPD requirements

Context

This mandate responds to the need to standardise critical aspects of building climate control and safety to improve energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and fire safety across the European Union. It feeds into the broader framework of construction product regulation, helping to ensure that relevant products meet essential performance criteria and can be reliably assessed and compared across member states. The resolution reference CEN/TC 227 143/2002 indicates the involvement of the CEN Technical Committee 227 responsible for heating systems in buildings.