SIST EN 1294:2001
(Main)Door leaves - Determination of the behaviour under humidity variations in successive uniform climates
Door leaves - Determination of the behaviour under humidity variations in successive uniform climates
This European Standard describes the method which is to be used to test the behaviour under humidity variations of door leaves placed in successive uniform climates. This standard can be applied to all door leaves(e.g.solid, hollow core, panelled and glazed doors ), which are nominally flat and rigid, and which contain hygroscopic materials which might influence their behaviour during this test.
Türblätter - Ermittlung des Verhalten bei Feuchtigkeitsänderungen in aufeinanderfolgenden beidseitig gleichen Klimaten
Diese Europäische Norm beschreibt das Prüfverfahren zur Prüfung des Verhaltens von Türblättern bei Feuchtigkeitsänderungen in aufeinander- folgenden beidseitig gleichen Klimaten. Diese Norm kann auf alle Türblätter (z.B. Massivtüren, Hohlraumtüren, Füllungstüren und verglaste Türen) angewendet werden, die eben und biegesteif sind und hygroskopisches Material enthalten, das das Verfahren der Türblätter während der Prüfung beeinflussenkann.
Vantaux de portes - Détermination du comportement aux variations d'humidité entre des climats successifs uniformes
La présente norme décrit la méthode à utiliser pour essayer le comportement sous variations d'humidité des vantaux placés dans des climats successifs uniformes. La présente norme peut s'appliquer à tous les vantaux (par exemple portes pleines, à âme pleine, à panneaux et vitrées) qui sont normalement plats et rigides et qui contiennent des matériaux hygroscopiques susceptibles d'influencer leur comportement pendant cet essai.
Vratna krila - Ugotavljanje obnašanja pri zaporednih spremembah klime, enako delujoče z obeh strani
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Aug-2001
- Technical Committee
- ISTP - Doors and windows
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Sep-2001
- Due Date
- 01-Sep-2001
- Completion Date
- 01-Sep-2001
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard305/2011 - 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
Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Sep-2001
- Refers
SIST EN 951:2000 - Door leaves - Method for measurement of height, width, thickness and squareness - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 1294:2001 sets out the standard method for testing how door leaves respond to humidity variations in a sequence of uniform climatic conditions. Developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST), this European standard is applicable to all nominally flat and rigid door leaves constructed with hygroscopic materials. These may include solid, hollow core, panelled, and glazed doors commonly used in building interiors and exteriors. The standard aims to ensure that manufacturers and specifiers can reliably assess door durability and performance when exposed to environmental humidity fluctuations.
Key Topics
- Scope of Application: Applies to various types of door leaves, including solid, panelled, hollow core, and glazed doors, provided they are generally flat and rigid.
- Humidity Variation Testing: Describes a standardized testing procedure to determine the behavior of doors subjected to changes in humidity under controlled, sequential climates.
- Evaluation Criteria: Focuses primarily on door leaves containing hygroscopic materials, which are sensitive to moisture and can affect dimensional stability and structural integrity.
- Uniform Climate Conditions: Specifies that testing is conducted in successive, consistent climatic environments on both sides of the door leaf, allowing for reproducible and comparable results.
Applications
The practical benefits of applying SIST EN 1294:2001 in construction, manufacturing, and quality assurance include:
- Product Development: Manufacturers can use this standard to evaluate and improve the moisture resistance and stability of new door designs and materials.
- Quality Assurance: Assures architects, builders, and specifiers that door leaves will maintain integrity and function when installed in environments subject to varying humidity.
- Compliance and Certification: Helps demonstrate conformity with European regulations and building codes for doors and windows by documenting performance under standardized test conditions.
- Maintenance Planning: Informs property managers and facilities teams about potential door performance issues in areas with fluctuating humidity, enabling better maintenance and replacement schedules.
Related Standards
Users of SIST EN 1294:2001 may also benefit from consulting related international and European standards, particularly for holistic doors and windows testing and specification:
- EN 14351-1: Product standard for external pedestrian doorsets and windows
- EN 1191: Windows and doors - Resistance to repeated opening and closing
- EN 947: Doors - Measurement of dimensions and defects of door leaves
- EN 12519: Terminology and definitions for windows and doors
- ISO 717-1: Acoustic performance of doors and windows
By referencing SIST EN 1294:2001 alongside these related standards, manufacturers, specifiers, and regulatory bodies can ensure comprehensive assessment and compliance for door leaves in diverse built environments.
Keywords: SIST EN 1294:2001, door leaves, humidity variations, uniform climates, moisture resistance, European standard, testing method, door stability, building materials, hygroscopic materials, quality assurance, doors and windows standards, construction compliance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 1294:2001 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Door leaves - Determination of the behaviour under humidity variations in successive uniform climates". This standard covers: This European Standard describes the method which is to be used to test the behaviour under humidity variations of door leaves placed in successive uniform climates. This standard can be applied to all door leaves(e.g.solid, hollow core, panelled and glazed doors ), which are nominally flat and rigid, and which contain hygroscopic materials which might influence their behaviour during this test.
This European Standard describes the method which is to be used to test the behaviour under humidity variations of door leaves placed in successive uniform climates. This standard can be applied to all door leaves(e.g.solid, hollow core, panelled and glazed doors ), which are nominally flat and rigid, and which contain hygroscopic materials which might influence their behaviour during this test.
SIST EN 1294:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.060.50 - Doors and windows. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 1294:2001 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 43:1996, SIST EN 951:2000, SIST EN 12519:2018, SIST EN 952:2000, SIST EN 16580:2015, SIST EN ISO 11904-1:2004, SIST EN 15644:2009, SIST EN 12219:2000, SIST-TS CEN/TS 16526:2014. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 1294:2001 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Türblätter - Ermittlung des Verhalten bei Feuchtigkeitsänderungen in aufeinanderfolgenden beidseitig gleichen KlimatenVantaux de portes - Détermination du comportement aux variations d'humidité entre des climats successifs uniformesDoor leaves - Determinatio
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