oSIST prEN 12101-2:2007

Smoke and heat control systems - Part 2: Specification for Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators

Specifies requirements and gives test methods for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators which are intended to be installed as a component of a natural smoke and heat exhaust system.

Rauch- und Wärmefreihaltung - Teil 2: Festlegungen für natürliche Rauch- und Wärmeabzugsgeräte

Dieser Teil dieser Europäischen Norm legt die Anforderungen fest und gibt Prüfverfahren für natürliche Rauch- und Wärmeabzugsgeräte (NRWG), die zum Einbau als Teil einer natürlichen Rauch- und Wärmeabzugsanlage als Dach- oder Wandeinbau vorgesehen sind.

Systemes pour le contrôle des fumées et de la chaleur - Partie 2: Spécifications relatives aux dispositifs d'évacuation naturelle de fumées et de chaleur

Sistemi za nadzor dima in toplote - 2. del: Določila za odvod dima in toplote z naravnim prezračevanjem TC: Sistemi za nadzor dima in toplote - 2. del: Določila za naravni odvod dima in toplote

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Withdrawal Date: 31-Aug-2003
• ICS: 13.220.20 - Fire protection
• ICS: 91.140.30 - Ventilation and air-conditioning systems
• Technical Committee: POZ - Požarna varnost
• Current Stage: 98 - Abandoned project (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 11-Oct-2013
• Due Date: 16-Oct-2013
• Completion Date: 11-Oct-2013
• 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
• Directive:

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  Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
• Mandate: M/109 - Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on fire alarm/detection, fixed firefighting, fire and smoke control and explosion suppression products
• Ref Project: prEN 12101-2 - Smoke and heat control systems - Part 2: Specification for Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators

Relations

• Revised: SIST EN 12101-2:2003 - Smoke and heat control systems - Part 2: Specification for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
• Effective Date: 08-Jun-2022
• Revised: SIST EN 12101-2:2003 - Smoke and heat control systems - Part 2: Specification for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
• Effective Date: 22-Dec-2008

Overview

oSIST prEN 12101-2:2007 is a Slovenian standard that specifies requirements and provides test methods for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators (NSHEVs). Developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), this standard is part of the broader EN 12101 series, which addresses various components and systems for fire protection focusing on control of smoke and heat. This specific part, Part 2, ensures that natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators are reliable and effective as key elements in smoke and heat control systems designed for buildings.

NSHEVs play a critical role in enhancing fire safety in buildings by allowing smoke and hot gases to be naturally ventilated during a fire, thereby supporting evacuation routes' visibility and reducing structural damage.

Key Topics

• Scope of Ventilators: The standard covers only natural (non-mechanical) smoke and heat exhaust ventilators meant for installation as integral components of a larger smoke and heat exhaust system.
• Requirements and Performance: Specifies construction, functional performance, and durability standards for NSHEVs to ensure their reliable operation under fire conditions.
• Testing Methods: Provides standardized test procedures to assess the effectiveness, response, and robustness of NSHEVs in simulated fire environments.
• Safety and Compliance: Establishes the framework for inspection, marking, and documentation to prove compliance with safety requirements relevant to fire protection systems.

Applications

The specifications outlined in oSIST prEN 12101-2:2007 are crucial for:

• Building Design and Construction: Architects and engineers use these guidelines to select appropriate NSHEVs for residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, ensuring compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Fire Protection System Integration: Ensures NSHEVs interface effectively with other elements of smoke control systems to provide efficient smoke management during emergencies.
• Facility Management and Retrofitting: Facility managers and retrofitting specialists rely on this standard for upgrading existing fire protection solutions in accordance with current safety benchmarks.
• Product Manufacturing and Certification: Manufacturers of natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators use these requirements to design products that meet rigorous safety and performance criteria, enabling easier certification and market acceptance.

The ultimate practical value lies in enhanced occupant safety, more effective fire and smoke control, and compliance with international fire protection best practices.

Related Standards

For a complete approach to fire safety and smoke control, consider these related standards:

• EN 12101 Series: A set of European standards covering various components of smoke and heat control systems, such as powered ventilators and control panels.
• ISO 21927: International standards for smoke and heat control systems and components.
• EN 1366-10: Fire resistance tests for various service installations including ventilation systems.
• Local Building Regulations: National and regional fire safety codes may reference or require compliance with EN 12101-2 as part of overall fire protection strategies.

By applying oSIST prEN 12101-2:2007, organizations in Slovenia and across Europe can align with recognized best practices in fire safety, contributing to safer building environments and streamlined regulatory compliance.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
PSIST prEN 12101-2:1995
01-december-1995
Sistemi za odvod dima in toplote - 2. del: Specifikacije za naravni odvod dima in
toplote z vzgonom
Smoke and heat control systems - Part 2: Specification for natural smoke and heat

exhaust ventilators
Ta slovenski
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