SIST EN 1365-4:1999

Fire resistance tests for loadbearing elements - Part 4: Columns

This part of EN 1365 specifies a method for determining the fire resistance of columns when fully exposed to fire on all sides. This standard is used in conjunction with prEN 1363-1. General guidance on this method of test is given in annex A.

Feuerwiderstandsprüfungen für tragende Bauteile - Teil 4: Stützen

Dieser Teil von EN 1365 legt ein Verfahren für die Bestimmung der Feuerwiderstandsdauer von Stützen fest, die einem direkten allseitigen Brand ausgesetzt sind. Diese Norm gilt in Verbindung mit EN 1363-1. Eine allgemeine Anleitung zu diesem Prüfverfahren ist in Anhang A angegeben.

Essais de résistance au feu des éléments porteurs - Partie 4: Poteaux

La présente partie de l'EN 1365 prescrit une méthode de détermination de la résistance au feu des poteaux lorsqu'ils sont entièrement exposés au feu sur tous les côtés. La présente norme doit être lue conjointement avec le prEN 1363-1. Des lignes directives générales sur cette méthode sont données dans l'annexe A.

Preskusi požarne odpornosti nosilnih elementov – 4. del: Stebri

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-1999
• ICS: 13.220.50 - Fire-resistance of building materials and elements
• ICS: 91.060.99 - Other elements of buildings
• Technical Committee: POZ - Požarna varnost
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Dec-1999
• Due Date: 01-Dec-1999
• Completion Date: 01-Dec-1999
• 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
• Mandate: M/100 - Mandate to CEN/CENELEC concerning the execution of standardization work for harmonized standards on precast concrete products
• Ref Project: EN 1365-4:1999 - Fire resistance tests for loadbearing elements - Part 4: Columns

Overview

SIST EN 1365-4:1999 is a European standard published by CEN that specifies a method for fire resistance testing of loadbearing columns. This standard defines the procedure to determine how columns perform when fully exposed to fire on all sides, ensuring structural safety during fire incidents. It is designed to be used in conjunction with prEN 1363-1, which provides general guidelines for fire resistance tests. Annex A of EN 1365-4 contains additional guidance on the application of the test method.

This standard is crucial for architects, structural engineers, and construction professionals involved in building design and safety compliance, as it provides a consistent and reliable way to evaluate column performance under fire conditions. EN 1365-4 helps ensure buildings maintain their loadbearing capacity, contributing to overall fire safety and occupant protection.

Key Topics

• Fire resistance of loadbearing columns
  The standard addresses full exposure of columns to fire on all sides, simulating real fire scenarios in enclosed spaces.

• Test method specification
  Detailed procedures for conducting fire resistance tests, including sample preparation, test conditions, and performance criteria.

• Integration with prEN 1363-1
  EN 1365-4 relies on the principles and general requirements outlined in prEN 1363-1, forming part of a comprehensive fire testing framework.

• Guidance annex
  Annex A provides practical advice to assist laboratories and testing facilities in implementing the standard method correctly.

• Scope limitation
  The focus is strictly on columns as loadbearing elements, excluding other structural elements covered in other parts of the EN 1365 series.

Applications

• Building design and safety assessments
  Structural engineers apply EN 1365-4 to verify that columns can sustain their load during fire exposure, helping to design safer buildings.

• Material and product development
  Manufacturers of construction materials and fire protective coatings use the standard to assess the fire resistance performance of column components.

• Regulatory compliance
  Compliance with EN 1365-4 supports meeting national and European fire safety regulations for structural fire resistance.

• Fire safety certification
  Testing according to this standard enables certification of column elements, promoting confidence in their fire resistance capabilities.

Related Standards

• prEN 1363-1
  Provides general requirements and guidance on fire resistance testing methods applicable across various structural elements.

• EN 1365 series
  Other parts of this series cover fire resistance tests for different loadbearing elements such as walls and beams.

• EN 13501
  Fire classification of construction products which often refers to performance data obtained following EN 1365 tests.

• ISO 834
  International fire resistance test standard that complements EN methods in global applications.

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SIST EN 1365-4:1999 plays a critical role in ensuring the fire safety performance of loadbearing columns, essential for maintaining structural stability during fire events. Utilizing this standard supports enhanced fire resilience in buildings, safeguarding lives and property.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Preskusi požarne odpornosti nosilnih elementov – 4. del: StebriFeuerwiderstandsprüfungen für tragende Bauteile - Teil 4: StützenEssais de résistance au feu des éléments porteurs - Partie 4: PoteauxFire resistance tests for loadbearing elements - Part 4: Columns91.060.99Drugi stavbni elementiOther elements of buildings13.220.50Požarna odpornost gradbenih materia
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