EN 1933:1998

Exterior blinds - Resistance to load due to water accumulation - Test method

This European Standard specifies a test method for determining the ability of exterior blinds to resist loads caused by the retention of rain water by the fabric. This Standard is applicable to exterior blinds forming an overhang when they are in extended position. These are: - folding arm blind; - trellis arm blind; - adjustable or fixed Dutch awning.

Markisen - Widerstandsfähigkeit gegenüber der Belastung durch Wasseransammlung - Prüfverfahren

Diese Europäische Norm legt das anzuwendende Prüfverfahren fest, um die Eigenschaft von Markisen festzustellen, Belastungen standzuhalten, die durch das Zurückhalten von Regenwasser durch das Tuch hervorgerufen werden. Sie gilt für Markisen, die im ausgefahrenen Zustand freitragend sind. Dies sind: - Gelenkarmmarkisen; - Scherenarmmarkisen; - bewegliche und unbewegliche Korbmarkisen.

Stores extérieurs - Résistance à la charge due à l'accumulation d'eau - Méthode d'essai

La présente norme européenne spécifie une méthode d'essai pour caractériser l'aptitude des stores extérieurs à résister aux charges provoquées par la rétention d'eau de pluie par la toile. La présente norme s'applique aux stores extérieurs présentant un porte-à-faux lorsqu'ils sont en position déployée. Ce sont: - les stores bannes; - les stores à projection par pantographe; - les stores corbeille réglables ou fixes.

Zunanja konzolna senčila - Odpornost proti obremenitvam zaradi zastajanja vode - Preskusna metoda

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 17-Nov-1998
• ICS: 91.060.50 - Doors and windows
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 33 - Doors, windows, shutters and building hardware
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 33/WG 3 - Blinds and shutters
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 26-Mar-2007
• Completion Date: 26-Mar-2007
• Directive: 305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
• Directive: 89/106/EEC - Construction products
• Ref Project: SIST EN 1933:2000 - Exterior blinds - Resistance to load due to water accumulation - Test method

Overview

EN 1933:1998 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies a test method for evaluating the resistance of exterior blinds to loads caused by water accumulation. This standard is essential for ensuring the durability and safety of exterior blinds when exposed to rainwater retention during extended use. It applies specifically to exterior blinds that create an overhang, including folding arm blinds, trellis arm blinds, and adjustable or fixed Dutch awnings.

This standard helps manufacturers, designers, and quality assurance professionals verify that exterior blinds can withstand the mechanical stresses induced by water pooling on the fabric, preventing potential damage or failure in real-world conditions.

Key Topics

• Scope of Application
  EN 1933:1998 covers exterior blinds that form an overhang when extended. The key types included are:

  • Folding arm blinds
  • Trellis arm blinds
  • Adjustable or fixed Dutch awnings

• Water Load Resistance
  Focus on the ability of blind fabrics to resist weight caused by accumulated rainwater, a critical factor for outdoor installations.

• Test Methodology
  The document outlines standardized procedures to simulate water retention and measure load resistance, enabling consistent and repeatable testing across different blind products.

• Product Durability and Safety
  By adhering to this test method, manufacturers can ascertain that their blinds maintain structural integrity and functionality under adverse weather conditions.

Applications

EN 1933:1998 is applied extensively across several sectors involving outdoor shading solutions:

• Residential and Commercial Buildings
  Ensuring exterior blinds used in homes, offices, cafes, and retail facades withstand water loads and continue to operate safely and effectively.

• Manufacturing and Quality Control
  Used by producers of exterior blinds to validate product designs and materials for compliance with European safety and durability requirements.

• Installation and Maintenance
  Helps installers and maintenance teams understand the performance limits of blinds under conditions of water accumulation, guiding best practices for placement and upkeep.

• Regulatory Compliance
  Supports conformity with European regulations related to building components, contributing to building safety and energy efficiency standards.

Related Standards

Professionals working with EN 1933:1998 often refer to complementary standards for a comprehensive approach to exterior shading systems:

• EN 13561 – Performance requirements for external blinds and awnings
• EN 12179 – Mechanical safety requirements for window coverings
• EN 12206 – Specification for external shading devices including structural criteria
• ISO 9001 – Quality management systems applicable to manufacturing processes of blinds

Integrating these standards ensures holistic quality assurance, covering material properties, mechanical performance, safety, and manufacturing excellence.

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Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Markisen - Widerstandsfähigkeit gegenüber der Belastung durch Wasseransammlung - PrüfverfahrenStores extérieurs - Résistance a la charge due a l'accumulation d'eau - Méthode d'essaiExterior blinds - Resistance to load due to water accumu
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