DIN EN 12211
Windows and doors - Resistance to wind load - Test method; German version EN 12211:2016
Fenster und Türen - Widerstand gegen Windlast - Prüfverfahren; Deutsche Fassung EN 12211:2016
Overview
This European Standard defines the method of test to determine the resistance to wind load for completely assembled windows and doors of any materials when submitted to positive and negative test pressures. This test method is designed to take account of conditions in use, when the window or door is installed in accordance with the manufactures specification and the requirements of relevant European Standards and codes of practice. This European Standard does not apply to joints between the window or door frame and the building construction. This European Standard is not intended to evaluate strength of the glass. The committee responsible for this standard is NA 005-09-01 AA "Türen, Tore, Fenster, Abschlüsse, Baubeschläge und Vorhangfassaden (SpA zu CEN/TC 33 und ISO/TC 162)" ("Doors, windows, shutters, building hardware and curtain walling (Mirror Committee of CEN/TC 33 and ISO/TC 162)") at DIN Standards Committee Building and Civil Engineering (NaBau).