SIST EN 12101-6:2022
(Main)Smoke and heat control systems - Part 6: Specification for pressure differential systems - Kits
Smoke and heat control systems - Part 6: Specification for pressure differential systems - Kits
This document applies to pressure differential system kits, positioned on the market and intended to operate as part of a pressure differential system. The purpose of a pressure differential system is to prevent protected spaces from smoke spread by using pressure difference and airflow. This document specifies characteristics and test methods for components and kits for pressure differential systems to produce and control the required pressure differential and airflow between protected and unprotected space.
Rauch- und Wärmefreihaltung - Teil 6: Festlegungen für Differenzdrucksysteme - Bausätze
Dieses Dokument behandelt Bausätze für Differenzdrucksysteme, die im Handel erhältlich und für den Betrieb als Teil eines Differenzdrucksystems vorgesehen sind. Ein Differenzdrucksystem dient dazu, durch Druckdifferenz und Luftströmung zu verhindern, dass Rauch sich in geschützten Räumen ausbreitet. Diese Norm (EN 12101 6) legt die wesentlichen Eigenschaften und Prüfverfahren für Bauteile und Bausätze für Differenzdrucksysteme zur Erzeugung und Steuerung der erforderlichen Druckdifferenz und der Luftströmung zwischen geschützten und ungeschützten Räumen fest.
Systèmes pour le contrôle des fumées et de la chaleur - Partie 6 : Spécifications relatives aux systèmes à différentiel de pression - Kits
Le présent document s’applique aux kits de systèmes à différentiel de pression mis sur le marché et destinés à être employés en tant que partie d’un système à différentiel de pression. L’objectif d’un système à différentiel de pression est d’empêcher la propagation de fumée dans des espaces protégés en utilisant le différentiel de pression et le flux d’air. Le présent document spécifie les caractéristiques et les méthodes d’essai des composants et des kits pour les systèmes à différentiel de pression afin de générer et de réguler le différentiel de pression et le flux d’air entre les espaces protégés et non protégés.
Sistemi za nadzor dima in toplote - 6. del: Sistemi za zagotovitev tlačnih razlik - Oprema
Ta dokument se uporablja za komplete sistemov za zagotovitev tlačnih razlik na trgu, ki se predvidoma uporabljajo kot del sistema za zagotovitev tlačnih razlik. Namen sistema za zagotovitev tlačnih razlik je preprečiti širjenje dima v zaščitenih prostorih z uporabo tlačne razlike in pretoka zraka. Ta dokument določa lastnosti in preskusne metode za komponente oziroma komplete za sisteme za zagotovitev tlačnih razlik za ustvarjanje in nadzor zahtevane tlačne razlike ter pretoka zraka med zaščitenim in nezaščitenim prostorom.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 12101-6:2022
01-junij-2022
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 12101-6:2005
SIST EN 12101-6:2005/AC:2006
Sistemi za nadzor dima in toplote - 6. del: Sistemi za zagotovitev tlačnih razlik -
Oprema
Smoke and heat control systems - Part 6: Specification for pressure differential systems -
Kits
Rauch- und Wärmefreihaltung - Teil 6: Festlegungen für Differenzdrucksysteme -
Bausätze
Systèmes pour le contrôle des fumées et de la chaleur - Partie 6 : Spécifications
relatives aux systèmes à différentiel de pression - Kits
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 12101-6:2022
ICS:
13.220.20 Požarna zaščita Fire protection
SIST EN 12101-6:2022 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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EN 12101-6
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
April 2022
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.220.99 Supersedes EN 12101-6:2005
English Version
Smoke and heat control systems - Part 6: Specification for
pressure differential systems - Kits
Systèmes pour le contrôle des fumées et de la chaleur - Rauch- und Wärmefreihaltung - Teil 6: Festlegungen
Partie 6 : Spécifications relatives aux systèmes à für Differenzdrucksysteme - Bausätze
différentiel de pression - Kits
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 14 February 2022.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists 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, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
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© 2022 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 12101-6:2022 E
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms, definitions, symbols and abbreviated terms . 5
4 Characteristics . 8
4.1 General. 8
4.2 Nominal activation conditions/sensitivity . 9
4.3 Response delay (response time) . 10
4.4 Operational reliability . 11
4.5 Effectiveness of smoke/hot gas extraction (air release/powered air release) . 12
4.6 Performance parameters under fire conditions . 13
4.7 Pressurization performance . 13
4.8 Fire resistance – Integrity (E) . 14
4.9 Fire resistance – Insulation (I) . 15
4.10 Fire resistance – Smoke leakage (S) . 16
4.11 Fire resistance – Mechanical stability . 17
4.12 Fire resistance – Maintenance of cross section . 17
4.13 Durability . 18
5 Test methods . 19
5.1 General. 19
5.2 Nominal activation conditions/sensitivity . 20
5.3 Response delay (response time) . 21
5.4 Operational reliability . 22
5.5 Effectiveness of smoke/hot gas extraction . 32
5.6 Performance parameters under fire conditions . 33
5.7 Pressurization performance . 33
5.8 Fire resistance – Integrity (E) . 34
5.9 Fire resistance – Insulation (I) . 35
5.10 Fire resistance – Smoke leakage (S) . 35
5.11 Fire resistance – Mechanical stability . 36
5.12 Fire resistance – Maintenance of cross section . 37
5.13 Durability . 37
6 Verification of performance . 38
6.1 Type testing . 38
6.2 Factory production control (FPC) . 40
7 Marking, labelling and packaging . 44
Annex A (normative) Pressure differential kit types (pressurization) . 45
Annex B (normative) Test method for hot gas control damper at elevated temperature . 58
Annex C (normative) Test method for powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators with
frequency inverter and operated with variable speed at elevated temperature . 62
Annex D (normative) Installation and maintenance document . 64
Bibliography . 65
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European foreword
This document (EN 12101-6:2022) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 191 “Fixed
firefighting systems”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 2022, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by January 2024.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 12101-6:2005.
This document is to be read in conjunction with EN 12101-13.
The EN12101 series has the general title “Smoke and heat control systems” and currently consists of the
following parts, which may be expanded in the future:
— Part 1: Specification for smoke barriers;
— Part 2: Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators;
— Part 3: Specification for powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators (fans);
— Part 4: Installed SHEVS systems for smoke and heat ventilation (published as CEN/TR 12101-4);
— Part 5: Design and calculation for smoke and heat exhaust ventilation systems using a steady-state fire
(published as CEN/TR 12101-5);
— Part 6: Specification for pressure differential systems – Kits;
— Part 7: Smoke duct sections;
— Part 8: Smoke control dampers;
— Part 10: Power supplies;
— Part 13: Pressure differential systems (PDS) design and calculation methods, acceptance testing,
maintenance and routine testing of installation.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: 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, Turkey and the United
Kingdom.
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Introduction
Objectives of pressure differential systems
Pressure differential systems offer the facility of maintaining tenable conditions in protected spaces, for
example: escape routes, firefighting access routes, firefighting lift shafts, lobbies, staircases, and other
spaces that require being kept free of smoke. It is necessary to determine not only where the fresh air
supply for pressurization is to be introduced into a building, but also where that air and smoke will leave
the building and what paths it will follow in the process.
The aim therefore is to establish a pressure gradient from the protected space to the unprotected space
(fire room) while the doors are closed, and an airflow while the doors are open.
Smoke control methods
The effect of the air movement forces, described above, are to create pressure differentials across the
partitions, walls and floors and can cause smoke to spread to spaces remote from the fire source. The
technique most commonly used to limit the degree of smoke spread, or to control its effects, is
pressurization.
System components
A typical pressure differential system will comprise three basic components:
a) components for providing supply air and to extract air;
b) components for controlling the pressure difference between the space with higher pressure and the
adjoining space with lower pressure;
c) components for releasing air flowing through the door between the space with higher pressure to
those with lower pressure (to prevent unwanted pressure build up in this space).
Installations of pressure differential systems (PDS) may comprise:
— fans (temperature rated) if necessary;
— air or smoke control ducts to provide a passageway for the transmission of air or smoke;
— ventilation openings to provide leakage of air (including dampers, active or passive controlled);
— power supply;
— connecting cables;
— means of activation;
— means of pressure control;
— control panel;
— smoke control dampers in branches from the ductwork where the ductwork is situated outside the
protected enclosure;
— grilles and diffusers;
— door closers.
The design of pressure differential systems is covered in EN 12101-13.
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1 Scope
This document applies to pressure differential system kits and components, positioned on the market
and intended to operate as part of a pressure differential system. The purpose of a pressure differential
system is to prevent protected spaces from smoke spread by using pressure difference and airflow. This
document specifies characteristics and test methods for components and kits for pressure differential
systems to produce and control the required pressure differential and airflow between protected and
unprotected space.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 1363-1, Fire resistance tests - Part 1: General requirements
EN 12101-2, Smoke and heat control systems - Part 2: Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
EN 12101-3, Smoke and heat control systems - Part 3: Specification for powered smoke and heat control
ventilators (Fans)
EN 12101-8, Smoke and heat control systems - Part 8: Smoke control dampers
EN 13501-4, Fire classification of construction products and building elements - Part 4: Classification using
data from fire resistance tests on components of smoke control systems
EN ISO 13943, Fire safety - Vocabulary (ISO 13943)
EN 1366-8, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 8: Smoke extraction ducts
EN 1366-9, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 9: Single compartment smoke extraction
ducts
EN 1366-10, Fire resistance tests for service installations - Part 10: Smoke control dampers
3 Terms, definitions, symbols and abbreviated terms
3.1 Terms, definitions and abbreviated terms
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN ISO 13943 and the following
apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
3.1.1
air release
means by which pressurizing air or a mixture of pressurizing air and smoke is able to escape from the
accommodation or other unpressurized space to outside the building
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3.1.2
control panel
multi-operational device to activate and/or control a PDS
3.1.3
depressurization
smoke control using pressure differentials between the protected space and the unprotected space with
a lower pressure in the unprotected space
3.1.4
pressure differential system
PDS
combination of at least one kit and additional components intended to produce pressure differential and
airflow between protected and unprotected spaces
3.1.5
pressurization
smoke control using pressure differentials between the protected space and the unprotected space with
a higher pressure in the protected space
3.1.6
pressure differential system (PDS)
combination of at least two components which are necessary to produce and control the required
pressure differential and airflow-between protected and unprotected space
Note 1 to entry: The type of kit is dictated by the PDS design and objectives. Schematic overviews of different
types are given in Annex A.
3.1.7
active control
pressure control actuated from measured pressure and using external energy (e.g. motor driven damper,
frequency inverter-controlled fans, etc.)
3.1.8
barometric relief damper
damper activated by local pressure difference that opens to permit airflow and therefore controls the
pressure
3.1.9
activation signal
signal to initiate from stand-by to the active mode of the pressure differential system
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3.2 Symbols
The symbols and abbreviations below are used in the document:
Symbol Unit Description
measured air release volume flow rate from space 1 (representing the
protected space in the building) to space 2 (representing the unprotected
3
V
m /h
ar
space in the building) via open air release path during the test (nominal
value given by the manufacturer)
required leakage flow rate if necessary for the function of the PDS kit. If
the building leakages (always present) are at the same rate or larger,
3
V
m /h
RL
during the test (nominal value given by the manufacturer), the component
to produce the defined leakage is part of the PDS kit under test
3
m /h volume flow rate through temporary openings (e.g. open doors from
staircases on different levels from fire level, open escape/exit door) in
V
TO
ps
case of pressurization during the test (nominal value given by the
manufacturer)
3
m /h volume flow rate through temporary openings (e.g. open doors from
staircases on different levels from fire level, open escape/exit door) in
V
TO
dp
case of depressurization during the test (nominal value given by the
manufacturer)
3
m /h
V
exhaust volume flow rate out of space 2 for combined systems
ex
3
m /h required minimum leakage volume flow rate at nominal pressure
V
rl
difference ∆p
Nom
3
m /h lower limit of volume flow rate through air release
V
ar,ll
VV= 09, *
ar,ll ar
3
m /h
V
supply air volume flow rate measured at inlet nozzle
sa
3
m /h total controlled volume flow rate of the PDS kit as sum of flow rate air
V release V + flow rate through temporary openings V (nominal value
TC ar TC
given by the manufacturer)
3
m /h
V
bypass air volume flow rate
BP
Pa pressure differential between space 1 and reference pressure (static
∆p
tr1
pressure in test hall)
Pa pressure differential between space 2 and reference pressure (static
∆p
tr2
pressure in test hall)
Pa nominal pressure differential to be maintained by the PDS kit with closed
∆p
nom
air release opening and closed temporary openings (static conditions)
Pa
∆p
pressure difference across the open-air release path
ar
∗
Pa
∆p
Upper limit of nominal pressure differential ∆p = 12, ∆P
Nom,ul
Nom,ul Nom
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Symbol Unit Description
s
Time period needed to establish volume flow rate (flow criteria – see
V
ar,ll
∆t
V
Figure 6)
s
∆t
Pressure stabilizing time period (pressure criteria - see 5.7)
p
s
∆t
time to establish volume flow rate in TCS cycle i
V ,i
s
∆t
pressure stabilizing time in TCS cycle i
p,i
−1
fr s frequency of the frequency inverter from the PDS kit where equipped
−1
s minimal frequency of the frequency inverter at the passed test with all
fr openings closed and at lowest required leakage – shall be stated in the test
min
report
−1
s highest frequency of the frequency inverter at the passed test with air
fr release path and temporary opening open and at highest required
max
leakage – shall be stated in the test report
I A absorbed current of the fan (motor)
fan
TCS test cycle sequence
4 Characteristics
4.1 General
This clause gives details of the characteristics and additional test details. The structure of this clause is
mirrored in Clause 5. The characteristics are listed here, with the corresponding test reference in
Clause 5.
NOTE This structure was used, as it mirrors the requirements for harmonized product standards to ensure all
the relevant subjects are covered.
For example, in Clause 4.2.2.1 the characteristics for natural smoke and heat exhaust dampers are shown and
the matching Clause 5.2.2.1 provides the test method. This is continued throughout these 2 clauses.
The kit shall be shown to be able to fulfil the specific pressure differential application that it is designed
to provide. To demonstrate this, certain components have their own requirements and will need to fulfil
these. Any component with no specific characteristics shown below shall be listed as part of the kit and
included in the kit testing.
— Where there is a need for air or smoke release (cold or hot) to the outside through an opening fitted
with a natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilator shall be used;
— Where air volume and pressure are to be controlled using mechanical pressure relief a barometric
damper or controlled damper in accordance with this document shall be used;
— Where ambient air is to be supplied using fans, the fans shall be further shown to be in accordance
with this document;
— Where air or smoke is to be extracted by the pressure differential systems (cold or hot) this shall be
done using powered heat exhaust ventilators (smoke control fans);
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— Where air or smoke is to be extracted (cold or hot) using ductwork, the ductwork shall be smoke
control duct (Builders work shafts may be used as an option and this is not within the scope of this
document);
— Where dampers are needed to open and close to provide a path for air or smoke (cold or hot) to the
outside and maintain compartmentation, these shall be smoke control dampers;
— Where volume control around high temperature fans is to be provided using motorized control
dampers these shall be hot gas control dampers in accordance with this document.
NOTE fans/shafts/ductwork used to balance stack effects in the staircase do not need to have a temperature
rating.
4.2 Nominal activation conditions/sensitivity
4.2.1 Kit
The PDS kit shall be activated automatically by smoke detectors and it shall be possible to trigger it
manually by an external switch.
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4.
In addition, the following components shall have their own characteristics when functioning as a part of
the kit.
4.2.2 Components
4.2.2.1 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
The characteristics for nominal activation conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-2 shall be met – see 5.2.2.1.
4.2.2.2 Pressure control dampers (e.g. barometric dampers, motorized control dampers)
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4.
4.2.2.3 Fans
4.2.2.3.1 Ambient air supply fans
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4.
4.2.2.3.2 Smoke control fans (powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators)
In addition to any response time required by the kit (4.3.1), the characteristics for nominal activation
conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-3 shall be met – see 5.2.2.3.2.
See also Annex C for additional tests with smoke fans controlled by frequency inverters.
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4.2.2.4 Smoke control ducts
Smoke control ducts have no nominal activation conditions/sensitivity requirements as they have no
moving parts.
4.2.2.5 Smoke control dampers
The characteristics for nominal activation conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-8 shall be met– see 5.2.2.5.
4.2.2.6 Hot gas control dampers
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4; and
c) characteristics as determined in Annex B.
4.3 Response delay (response time)
4.3.1 Kit
4.3.1.1 General
The proxy characteristics in 4.3.1.2 and 4.3.1.3 shall be taken into account.
4.3.1.2 Initial response time
The kit shall achieve operating status within a time period of less than 60 s after the activation signal.
This shall be tested in accordance with 5.4.1.
4.3.1.3 Response time of door opening and door closing
The kit shall achieve at least 90 % of the nominal airflow rate within 3 s of a door being fully opened
(opening angle 90°) in accordance with test method in 5.4.1.2.
The kit shall reach the nominal pressure differential in the protected space Δp ± 20 % within 3 s after
nom
a door to the unprotected space or a temporary opening is closed completely. The pressure differential
shall not exceed Δp = Δp ⋅ 1,2 for a time period of more than 3 s. This shall be demonstrated in
nom,ul nom
accordance with the test method in 5.4.1.
The kit shall re-establish behaviour under the conditions of the oscillating test in 5.4.1.11 even in the case
of several door closing/opening cycles in accordance with test method in 5.4.1.11.
4.3.2 Components
4.3.2.1 General
In addition, the following components shall have their own requirements when functioning as a part of
the kit.
4.3.2.2 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
The characteristics for response delay (response time) in EN 12101-2 shall be met – see 5.3.2.1.
4.3.2.3 Pressure control dampers (e.g. barometric dampers, motorized control dampers)
The pressure control dampers shall meet the response time characteristics as shown in 4.3.1 when tested
as part of the kit – see 5.3.2.2.
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4.3.2.4 Fans
4.3.2.4.1 Ambient air supply fans
The ambient supply fans shall meet the response time characteristics as shown in 4.3.1 when tested as
part of the kit – see 5.3.2.3.1.
4.3.2.4.2 Smoke control fans (powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators)
In addition to any response time required by the kit (4.3.1), if the product requires it, the characteristics
for nominal activation conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-3 shall be met – see 5.3.2.3.2.
4.3.2.5 Smoke control ducts
Smoke control ducts have no response delay requirements as they have no moving parts.
4.3.2.6 Smoke control dampers
The characteristics for response delay (response time) in EN 12101-8 shall be met – see 5.3.2.5.
4.3.2.7 Hot gas control dampers
The characteristics shown in Annex B shall be reported against the listed classifications. The dampers
shall meet the requirements in 4.3.1 and move to the required position in less than 3 s (4.3.1) and be
proven that the average operation time as determined in Annex B under elevated temperature conditions
and is no more than plus 20 % of that determined at ambient temperature.
4.4 Operational reliability
4.4.1 Kit
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account: the ability of the kit to fulfil the volume
flow rate and pressurization values as part of the functionality test – see 5.4.1.
Complete the 10 000 cycles requirement.
In addition, the following components shall have their own requirements when functioning as a part of
the kit.
4.4.2 Components
4.4.2.1 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
The characteristics for operational reliability in EN 12101-2 shall be met – see 5.4.2.1.
4.4.2.2 Pressure control dampers (e.g. barometric dampers, motorized control dampers)
The pressure control dampers shall meet the operational reliability as shown in 4.4.1 when tested as part
of the kit – see 5.4.2.2.
4.4.2.3 Fans
4.4.2.3.1 Ambient air supply fans
The ambient supply fans shall meet the operational reliability characteristics as shown in 4.4.1 when
tested as part of the kit – see 5.4.2.3.1.
4.4.2.3.2 Smoke control fans (Powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators)
In addition to any operational reliability required by the kit test (4.4.1), the smoke control fans shall meet
the operational reliability requirements of EN 12101-3 – see 5.4.2.3.2.
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See also Annex C for additional tests with smoke fans controlled by frequency inverters
4.4.2.4 Smoke control ducts
Smoke control ducts have no operational reliability requirements as they have no moving parts.
4.4.2.5 Smoke control dampers
The characteristics for operational reliability in EN 12101-8 shall be met – see 5.4.2.5.
4.4.2.6
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oSIST prEN 12101-6:2020
01-september-2020
Sistemi za nadzor dima in toplote - 6. del: Sistemi za zagotovitev tlačnih razlik -
Oprema
Smoke and heat control systems - Part 6: Specification for pressure differential systems -
Kits
Rauch- und Wärmefreihaltung - Teil 6: Festlegungen für Differenzdrucksysteme -
Bausätze
Systèmes pour le contrôle des fumées et de la chaleur - Partie 6 : Spécifications
relatives aux systèmes à différentiel de pression - Kits
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN 12101-6
ICS:
13.220.20 Požarna zaščita Fire protection
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DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
prEN 12101-6
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
July 2020
ICS 13.220.99 Will supersede EN 12101-6:2005
English Version
Smoke and heat control systems - Part 6: Specification for
pressure differential systems - Kits
Systèmes pour le contrôle des fumées et de la chaleur - Rauch- und Wärmefreihaltung - Teil 6: Festlegungen
Partie 6 : Spécifications relatives aux systèmes à für Differenzdrucksysteme - Bausätze
différentiel de pression - Kits
This draft European Standard is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 191.
If this draft becomes a European Standard, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations
which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration.
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms, definitions, symbols and abbreviated terms . 5
3.1 Terms, definitions and abbreviated terms . 5
3.2 Symbols . 7
4 Characteristics . 8
4.1 General. 8
4.2 Nominal activation conditions/sensitivity . 9
4.3 Response delay (response time) . 10
4.4 Operational reliability . 11
4.5 Effectiveness of smoke/hot gas extraction . 12
4.6 Performance parameters under fire conditions . 13
4.7 Pressurization/depressurization performance . 13
4.8 Fire resistance – integrity (E) . 14
4.9 Fire resistance – insulation (I) . 15
4.10 Fire resistance – leakage (S) . 16
4.11 Fire resistance – mechanical stability . 16
4.12 Fire resistance – maintenance of cross section . 17
4.13 Durability . 18
5 Test methods . 19
5.1 General. 19
5.2 Nominal activation conditions/sensitivity . 20
5.3 Response delay (response time) . 20
5.4 Operational reliability . 21
5.5 Effectiveness of smoke/hot gas extraction . 32
5.6 Performance parameters under fire conditions . 33
5.7 Pressurization performance . 33
5.8 Fire resistance – Integrity (E) . 34
5.9 Fire resistance – Insulation (I) . 35
5.10 Fire resistance – smoke leakage (S) . 35
5.11 Fire resistance – mechanical stability . 36
5.12 Fire resistance – maintenance of cross section . 36
5.13 Durability . 37
6 Verification of performance . 38
6.1 Type testing . 38
6.2 Factory production control (FPC) . 40
7 Marking, labelling and packaging . 43
Annex A (normative) Examples of function principles of pressure differential kit types
(pressurization) . 44
Annex B (normative) Test method for hot gas control damper at elevated temperature . 53
Annex C (normative) Test method for powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators with
frequency inverter and operated with variable speed at elevated temperature . 56
Annex D (normative) Installation and maintenance document . 58
Bibliography . 59
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European foreword
This document (prEN 12101-6:2020) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 191 “Fixed
firefighting systems”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI.
This document is currently submitted to the CEN Enquiry.
This document together with prEN 12101-13 will replace EN 12101-6:2005, which will be withdrawn.
This document has the general title “Smoke and heat control systems” and consists of the following 13
parts:
— Part 1: Specification for smoke barriers;
— Part 2: Specification for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators;
— Part 3: Specification for powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators;
— Part 4: Fire and smoke control installations – Kits;
— Part 5: Design and calculation for smoke and exhaust ventilation systems (published as CR 12101-5);
— Part 6: Specification for pressure differential systems – Kits;
— Part 7: Smoke control ducts;
— Part 8: Specification for smoke control dampers;
— Part 9: Control panels and emergency control panels;
— Part 10: Power supplies;
— Part 11: Smoke control in covered vehicle parks;
— Part 12: SHEVS – Time dependant Fires;
— Part 13: Pressure differential systems (PDS) design and calculation methods, acceptance testing,
maintenance and routine testing of installation.
EN 12101 is included in a series of European Standards planned to cover also:
a) Gas extinguishing systems (EN 12094 and ISO 14520);
b) Sprinkler systems (EN 12259);
c) Powder systems (EN 12416);
d) Explosion protection systems (EN 26184);
e) Foam systems (EN 13565);
g) Hose reel systems (EN 671);
h) Water spray systems (EN 14816).
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Introduction
Objectives of pressure differential systems
Pressure differential systems offer the facility of maintaining tenable conditions in protected spaces, for
example: escape routes, firefighting access routes, firefighting lift shafts, lobbies, staircases, and other
areas that require being kept free of smoke. It is necessary to determine not only where the fresh air
supply for pressurization is to be introduced into a building, but also where that air and smoke will
leave the building and what paths it will follow in the process. Similar considerations apply to
depressurization schemes, i.e. the route for the exhaust air, plus consideration for the inlet replacement
air and the paths it will follow.
The aim therefore is to establish a pressure gradient from the protected space to the unprotected space
(fire room) while the doors are closed, and an airflow while the doors are open.
Smoke control methods
The effect of the air movement forces, described above, are to create pressure differentials across the
partitions, walls and floors and can cause smoke to spread to areas remote from the fire source. The
techniques most commonly used to limit the degree of smoke spread, or to control its effects, are:
a) Pressurization;
b) Depressurization.
System components
A typical pressure differential system will comprise three basic components:
a) the means for providing supply air and to extract air;
b) the means for controlling the pressure difference between the area with higher pressure and the
adjoining area with lower pressure;
c) the means for releasing air flowing through the door between the area with higher pressure to
those with lower pressure (to prevent unwanted pressure build up in this area).
This document covers kits made up from items a) and b) only. The effect of item c) is considered only in
terms of the resistance to air flow that it exerts.
Installations of pressure differential systems (PDS) may comprise:
• fans (temperature rated) if necessary;
• air ducts to provide a passageway for the transmission of air or smoke;
• ventilation openings to provide leakage of air (including dampers, active or passive controlled);
• power supply;
• connecting cables;
• means of activation;
• means of pressure control;
• control panel;
• fire/smoke dampers in branches from the ductwork where the ductwork is situated outside the
protected enclosure;
• grilles and diffusers;
• door closers.
The design of pressure differential systems is covered in prEN 12101-13.
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1 Scope
This document applies to pressure differential system kits, positioned on the market and intended to
operate as part of a pressure differential system. The purpose of a pressure differential system is to
prevent protected spaces from smoke spread by using pressure difference and airflow. This document
specifies characteristics and test methods for components and kits for pressure differential systems to
produce and control the required pressure differential and airflow between protected and unprotected
space.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 1363-1, Fire resistance tests — Part 1: General requirements
EN 12101-2, Smoke and heat control systems — Part 2: Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
EN 12101-3, Smoke and heat control systems — Part 3: Specification for powered smoke and heat control
ventilators (Fans)
EN 12101-7, Smoke and heat control systems — Part 7: Smoke duct sections
EN 12101-8, Smoke and heat control systems — Part 8: Smoke control dampers
EN 13501-4, Fire classification of construction products and building elements — Part 4: Classification
using data from fire resistance tests on components of smoke control systems
EN ISO 13943, Fire safety — Vocabulary (ISO 13943)
EN 1366-10, Fire resistance tests for service installations — Part 10: Smoke control dampers
3 Terms, definitions, symbols and abbreviated terms
3.1 Terms, definitions and abbreviated terms
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in EN ISO 13943 and the following
apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
• ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
3.1.1
air inlet
connection to outside air which allows the entry of air from outside to the construction works
3.1.2
air release
means by which pressurizing air or a mixture of pressurizing air and smoke is able to escape from the
accommodation or other unpressurized space to outside the building
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3.1.3
control panel
multi-operational device to activate and/or control a PDS
3.1.4
depressurization
smoke control using pressure differentials between the protected space and the unprotected space with
a lower pressure in the unprotected space
3.1.5
over-pressure relief
provision for releasing excess pressurizing air from the pressurized space
3.1.6
over-pressure relief vent
device which opens automatically at a certain pressure difference (design pressure difference) to give a
free flow path from a pressurized space (e.g. a staircase or lift shaft) to the open air
3.1.7
pressure differential system
PDS
combination of at least one kit and additional components intended to produce pressure differential
and airflow between protected and unprotected spaces
3.1.8
pressurization
smoke control using pressure differentials between the protected space and the unprotected space with
a higher pressure in the protected space
3.1.9
test rig
test equipment used for testing the pressure differential system kit
3.1.10
pressure differential systems – kit
PDS kit
combination of at least two components which are necessary to produce and control the required
pressure differential and airflow-between protected and unprotected space
Note 1 to entry: The type of kit is dictated by the PDS design and objectives. Schematic overviews of different
types are given in Annex A.
3.1.11
active control
pressure control actuated from measured pressure and using external energy (e.g. motor driven
damper, frequency inverter-controlled fans, etc.)
3.1.12
barometric relief damper
damper being activated by local pressure difference between both sides of the damper blade(s) and
permits airflow to control pressure
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3.1.13
activation signal
signal to initiate from stand-by to the active mode of the pressure differential system
3.2 Symbols
The symbols and abbreviations below are used in the document:
Symbol Unit Description
measured air release volume flow rate from test room 1 (representing the
protected space in the building) to test room 2 (representing the
3
V m /h
ar
unprotected space in the building) via open air release path during the test
(nominal value given by the manufacturer)
required leakage flow rate if necessary for the function of the PDS kit. If the
building leakages (always present) are at the same rate or larger, during the
3
test (nominal value given by the manufacturer), the component to produce
V m /h
RL
the defined leakage is part of the PDS kit under test
3
m /h volume flow rate through temporary openings (e.g. open doors from
V
staircases on different levels from fire level, open escape/exit door) in case
TO
ps
of pressurization during the test (nominal value given by the manufacturer)
3
m /h volume flow rate through temporary openings (e.g. open doors from
staircases on different levels from fire level, open escape/exit door) in case
V
TO
dp
of depressurization during the test (nominal value given by the
manufacturer)
3
m /h exhaust volume flow rate out of the test room 2 for depressurization and
V
ex
combined systems
3
m /h required minimum leakage volume flow rate at nominal pressure difference
V
rl
∆p
Nom
3
m /h lower limit of volume flow rate through air release
V
ar,ll
VV= 09, *
ar,ll ar
3
m /h
V supply air volume flow rate measured at inlet nozzle
sa
3
m /h total controlled volume flow rate of the PDS kit as sum of flow rate air
V V V
release + flow rate through temporary openings (nominal value
TC ar TC
given by the manufacturer)
3
m /h
V bypass air volume flow rate
BP
Pa pressure differential between test room 1 and reference pressure (static
∆p
tr1
pressure in test hall)
Pa pressure differential between test room 2 and reference pressure (static
∆p
tr2
pressure in test hall)
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Symbol Unit Description
Pa nominal pressure differential to be maintained by the PDS kit with closed air
∆p
norm
release opening and closed temporary openings (static conditions)
Pa
∆p pressure difference across the open-air release path
ar
Pa pressure difference exhaust path measured between test room 2 and
∆p exhaust fan (at depressurization kit), (nominal value given by the
ex
manufacturer)
Pa ∗
∆p ∆p = 12, ∆P
Upper limit of nominal pressure differential
Nom,ul Nom,ul Nom
s
Time period needed to establish volume flow rate V (flow criteria – see
ar,ll
∆t
V
Figure 7)
s
∆t
Pressure stabilizing time period (pressure criteria - see 5.7)
p
s
∆t
time to establish volume flow rate in TCS cycle i
V ,i
s
∆t
pressure stabilizing time in TCS cycle i
p,i
−1
fr s frequency of the frequency inverter from the PDS kit where equipped
−1
s minimal frequency of the frequency inverter at the passed test with all
fr openings closed and at lowest required leakage – shall be stated in the test
min
report
−1
s highest frequency of the frequency inverter at the passed test with air
fr release path and temporary opening open and at highest required leakage –
max
shall be stated in the test report
I A absorbed current of the fan (motor)
fan
TCS test cycle sequence
4 Characteristics
4.1 General
The kit shall be shown to be able to fulfil the specific pressure differential application that it is designed
to provide. To demonstrate this, certain components have their own requirements and will need to fulfil
these. Any component with no specific characteristics shown below shall be listed as part of the kit and
included in the kit testing.
• Where there is a need for air release to the outside or air supply into the building through an
opening (e.g. roof vent, windows, etc.) a natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilator shall be used;
• Where air volume and pressure are to be controlled using mechanical pressure relief a barometric
damper or controlled damper in accordance with this document shall be used;
• Where ambient air is to be supplied using fans, the fans shall be further shown to be in accordance
with this document;
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• Where air is to be extracted by the pressure differential systems this shall be done using powered
heat exhaust ventilators (smoke control fans);
• Where air is to be extracted using ductwork, the ductwork shall be smoke control duct (Builders
work shafts may be used as an option and this is not within the scope of this document);
• Where dampers are needed to open and close to provide a path for smoke to the outside and
maintain compartmentation, these shall be smoke control dampers;
• Where volume control around high temperature fans is to be provided using control dampers these
shall be hot gas control dampers in accordance with this document;
This section gives details of the characteristics and additional test details.
4.2 Nominal activation conditions/sensitivity
4.2.1 Kit
The PDS kit shall be activated automatically by smoke detectors and it shall be possible to trigger it
manually by an external switch.
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4.
In addition, the following components shall have their own characteristics when functioning as a part of
the kit.
4.2.2 Components
4.2.2.1 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
The characteristics for nominal activation conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-2 shall be met before
inclusion in a kit – see 5.2.2.1.
4.2.2.2 Pressure control damper (e.g. barometric dampers, control dampers)
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4.
4.2.2.3 Fans
4.2.2.3.1 Ambient air supply fans
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4.
4.2.2.3.2 Smoke control fans (powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators)
In addition to any response time required by the kit (4.3.1), the characteristics for nominal activation
conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-3 shall be met before inclusion in a kit – see 5.2.2.3.2.
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4.2.2.4 Smoke control ducts
Smoke control ducts have no nominal activation conditions/sensitivity requirements as they have no
moving parts.
4.2.2.5 Smoke control dampers
The characteristics for nominal activation conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-8 shall be met before
inclusion in a kit – see 5.2.2.5.
4.2.2.6 Hot gas control dampers
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account:
a) the response time – see 4.3; and
b) the operational reliability – see 4.4; and
c) characteristics as determined in Annex B.
4.3 Response delay (response time)
4.3.1 Kit
4.3.1.1 General
The proxy characteristics in 4.3.1.2 and 4.3.1.3 shall be taken into account.
4.3.1.2 Initial response time
The kit must achieve operating status within t ≤ 60 seconds after the activation signal. This shall be
p
tested in accordance with 5.4.1.
4.3.1.3 Response time of door opening and door closing
The kit shall achieve at least 90 % of the nominal airflow rate within 3 s of a door being fully opened
(opening angle 90°) in accordance with test method in 5.4.1.2.
The kit shall reach the nominal pressure differential in the protected space Δp ± 20 % within 3 s after
nom
a door to the unprotected space or a temporary opening is closed completely. The pressure differential
shall not exceed Δp = Δp * 1,2 for a time period of more than 3 s. This shall be demonstrated in
nom,ul nom
accordance with the test method in 5.4.1.
The kit shall stay in a stable operating condition even in the case of several door closing/opening cycles
in accordance with test method in 5.4.1.
In addition, the following components shall have their own requirements when functioning as a part of
the kit.
4.3.2 Components
4.3.2.1 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
The characteristics for response delay (response time) in EN 12101-2 shall be met before inclusion in a
kit – see 5.3.2.1.
4.3.2.2 Pressure control damper (e.g. barometric dampers, control dampers)
The overpressure device shall meet the response time characteristics as shown in 4.3.1 when tested as
part of the kit – see 5.3.2.2.
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4.3.2.3 Fans
4.3.2.3.1 Ambient air supply fans
The ambient supply fans shall meet the response time characteristics as shown in 4.3.1 when tested as
part of the kit – see 5.3.2.3.1.
4.3.2.3.2 Smoke control fans (powered smoke and heat exhaust ventilators)
In addition to any response time required by the kit (4.3.1), the characteristics for nominal activation
conditions/sensitivity in EN 12101-3 shall be met before inclusion in a kit – see 5.3.2.3.2.
4.3.2.4 Smoke control ducts
Smoke control ducts have no response delay requirements as they have no moving parts.
4.3.2.5 Smoke control dampers
The characteristics for response delay (response time) in EN 12101-8 shall be met before inclusion in a
kit – see 5.3.2.5.
4.3.2.6 Hot gas control dampers
The characteristics shown in Annex B shall be reported against the listed classifications. The damper
shall meet the requirements in 4.3.1 and move to the required position in less than 3 s (4.3.1) and be
proven that the average operation time as determined in Annex B at temperature is no more than 20 %
of that determined at ambient temperature.
4.4 Operational reliability
4.4.1 Kit
The following proxy characteristics shall be taken into account: the ability of the kit to fulfil the volume
flow rate and pressurization values as part of the functionality test – see 5.4.1.
Complete 10 000 cycles.
In addition, the following components shall have their own requirements when functioning as a part of
the kit.
4.4.2 Components
4.4.2.1 Natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators
The characteristics for operational reliability in EN 12101-2 shall be met before inclusion in a kit – see
5.4.2.1.
4.4.2.2 Pressure control damper (e.g. barometric dampers, control dampers) dampers
The overpressure device shall meet the operational reliability as shown in 4.4.1 when tested as part of
the kit – see 5.4.2.2.
4.4.2.3 Fans
4.4.2.3.1 Ambient air supply fans
The ambient supply fans shall meet the operational reliability characteristics as shown in 4.4.1 when
tested as
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