EN 13565-1:2019/FprA1
(Amendment)Fixed firefighting systems - Foam systems - Part 1: Requirements and test methods for components
Fixed firefighting systems - Foam systems - Part 1: Requirements and test methods for components
The requirements of this document set out the materials, construction, and performance of components intended for use in fixed foam fire fighting systems, and using foam concentrates conforming to EN 1568-1 to EN 1568-4. The components covered are: proportioners, sprayers, semi-subsurface hose units, branchpipes, low/medium expansion foam generators, high expansion foam generators, foam chambers, tanks and pressure vessels. Methods of test are given in Annex A to Annex K.
Requirements are also given for the provision of the characteristic data needed for correct application of components.
NOTE 1 Unless otherwise stated pressures are gauge pressures expressed in bar.
The requirements of this document do not cover, except where stated, the use of combinations of components to form part, or the whole, of a fire fighting system.
NOTE 2 Components conforming to this document are not necessarily compatible one with another.
Requirements for pumps, motors and the functioning of mechanical components (i.e. remote control turrets) are outside the scope of this document.
Ortsfeste Brandbekämpfungsanlagen - Schaumlöschanlagen - Teil 1: Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Bauteile
Installations fixes de lutte contre l'incendie - Systèmes à émulseurs - Partie 1 : Exigences et méthodes d'essais relatives aux composants
Vgrajeni gasilni sistemi - Sistemi za gašenje s peno - 1. del: Zahteve in preskusne metode za sestavne dele - Dopolnilo A1
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 21-May-2025
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 191 - Fixed firefighting systems
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 191/WG 2 - Foam extinguishing systems
- Current Stage
- 5020 - Submission to Vote - Formal Approval
- Start Date
- 30-Jan-2025
- Due Date
- 24-Mar-2025
- Completion Date
- 30-Jan-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 02-Apr-2025
- Effective Date
- 12-Apr-2023
Overview
EN 13565-1:2019/prA1 (CEN) specifies requirements and test methods for components used in fixed firefighting foam systems. The standard covers materials, construction and performance of components intended for use with foam concentrates that conform to EN 1568-1 to EN 1568-4. It focuses on individual components (not complete systems) and gives methods of test in Annex A to Annex K. Unless otherwise stated, pressures are gauge pressures expressed in bar.
Key notes from the draft amendment (prA1):
- Adds EN 13445 (Unfired pressure vessels) to the normative references.
- Clarifies tank storage connections (exemption for bladder tanks).
- Requires pressure vessels for foam concentrate, foam solution or water to conform to EN 13445 or other locally valid technical specifications.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Components covered:
- Proportioners and sprayers
- Semi‑subsurface hose units and branchpipes
- Low/medium expansion foam generators
- High expansion foam generators and foam chambers
- Tanks and pressure vessels
- Performance and construction requirements for materials and manufacturing quality.
- Test methods for component performance and durability are provided in Annex A–K.
- Requirement for suppliers to provide characteristic data needed for correct application and selection of components.
- Compatibility caution: components conforming to this standard are not necessarily compatible with each other; the standard does not generally cover combinations of components forming whole systems.
- Scope exclusions: requirements for pumps, motors and mechanical control functions (e.g., remote control turrets) are outside the scope.
Applications and users
EN 13565-1 is used when specifying, manufacturing, testing or procuring components for fixed foam firefighting installations. Typical users include:
- Fire protection manufacturers (foam generators, proportioners, tanks)
- Fire safety engineers and system designers specifying fixed foam systems
- Test laboratories conducting component conformity and performance testing
- Facilities managers and asset owners in high‑risk industries (petrochemical, aviation, marine terminals) selecting appropriate components
- Procurement teams and regulators ensuring compliance with CEN standards
Practical applications include component selection, performance verification, procurement specifications, and documentation of characteristic data for correct installation and operation.
Related standards
- EN 1568-1 to EN 1568-4 - Foam concentrates (compatibility with foam concentrates specified)
- EN 13445 series - Unfired pressure vessels (now a normative reference under prA1)
- CEN/TC 191 - Technical committee responsible for fixed firefighting systems
Keywords: EN 13565-1, foam systems, fixed firefighting systems, foam generators, proportioners, pressure vessels, test methods, EN 1568, EN 13445.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13565-1:2019/FprA1 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Fixed firefighting systems - Foam systems - Part 1: Requirements and test methods for components". This standard covers: The requirements of this document set out the materials, construction, and performance of components intended for use in fixed foam fire fighting systems, and using foam concentrates conforming to EN 1568-1 to EN 1568-4. The components covered are: proportioners, sprayers, semi-subsurface hose units, branchpipes, low/medium expansion foam generators, high expansion foam generators, foam chambers, tanks and pressure vessels. Methods of test are given in Annex A to Annex K. Requirements are also given for the provision of the characteristic data needed for correct application of components. NOTE 1 Unless otherwise stated pressures are gauge pressures expressed in bar. The requirements of this document do not cover, except where stated, the use of combinations of components to form part, or the whole, of a fire fighting system. NOTE 2 Components conforming to this document are not necessarily compatible one with another. Requirements for pumps, motors and the functioning of mechanical components (i.e. remote control turrets) are outside the scope of this document.
The requirements of this document set out the materials, construction, and performance of components intended for use in fixed foam fire fighting systems, and using foam concentrates conforming to EN 1568-1 to EN 1568-4. The components covered are: proportioners, sprayers, semi-subsurface hose units, branchpipes, low/medium expansion foam generators, high expansion foam generators, foam chambers, tanks and pressure vessels. Methods of test are given in Annex A to Annex K. Requirements are also given for the provision of the characteristic data needed for correct application of components. NOTE 1 Unless otherwise stated pressures are gauge pressures expressed in bar. The requirements of this document do not cover, except where stated, the use of combinations of components to form part, or the whole, of a fire fighting system. NOTE 2 Components conforming to this document are not necessarily compatible one with another. Requirements for pumps, motors and the functioning of mechanical components (i.e. remote control turrets) are outside the scope of this document.
EN 13565-1:2019/FprA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.220.20 - Fire protection. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13565-1:2019/FprA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13565-1:2019+A1:2025, EN 13565-1:2019. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 13565-1:2019/oprA1:2024
01-junij-2024
Vgrajeni gasilni sistemi - Sistemi za gašenje s peno - 1. del: Zahteve in preskusne
metode za sestavne dele
Fixed firefighting systems - Foam systems - Part 1: Requirements and test methods for
components
Ortsfeste Brandbekämpfungsanlagen - Schaumlöschanlagen - Teil 1: Anforderungen
und Prüfverfahren für Bauteile
Installations fixes de lutte contre l'incendie - Systèmes à émulseurs - Partie 1 :
Exigences et méthodes d'essais relatives aux composants
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13565-1:2019/prA1
ICS:
13.220.10 Gašenje požara Fire-fighting
SIST EN 13565-1:2019/oprA1:2024 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
SIST EN 13565-1:2019/oprA1:2024
SIST EN 13565-1:2019/oprA1:2024
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 13565-1:2019
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
May 2024
ICS 13.220.20
English Version
Fixed firefighting systems - Foam systems - Part 1:
Requirements and test methods for components
Installations fixes de lutte contre l'incendie - Systèmes Ortsfeste Brandbekämpfungsanlagen -
à émulseurs - Partie 1 : Exigences et méthodes d'essais Schaumlöschanlagen - Teil 1: Anforderungen und
relatives aux composants Prüfverfahren für Bauteile
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 191.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13565-1:2019. If this draft becomes an
amendment, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for
inclusion of this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN 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, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
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