EN 13561:2015

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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 13561
May 2015 ICS 91.060.50 Supersedes EN 13561:2004+A1:2008English Version
External blinds and awnings - Performance requirements including safety
Stores extérieurs - Exigences de performance, y compris la sécurité
Markisen - Leistungs- und Sicherheitsanforderungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 15 February 2015.
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Fabrics — Determination of the elongation of external blinds fabrics under a static load – Test method . 40 Annex B (normative)
List of significant machine hazards . 47 Annex C (informative)
Example of calculation for the wind resistance determination on fixed parts of external blinds in retracted position . 48 Annex ZA (informative)
Clauses of this European Standard addressing the provisions of EU Construction Products Regulation . 49 Annex ZB (informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC . 55 Bibliography . 56
the scope has been modified to integrate Pergola awnings;
4.1 “Resistance to wind loads” has been modified and has been aligned with the revised version of EN 1932 “Test methods”;
4.2 “Resistance of non retractable elements to pressure loads” has been added to integrate requirements on external blinds and awnings in the retracted position;
4.6 “Operating mechanism - Diagrams HPV (“Human Pull Value”)”, the use of the HPV diagram has been clarified;
4.11 “Additional thermal resistance ûo” has been clarified;
4.12 “Total solar energy transmittance gtot” has been added;
4.14 “Materials“, the part related to fabrics has been reviewed completely and EN ISO 105-B04 and EN 12280-2 have been integrated. Requirements for metals have been clarified;
Clause 7 “Assessment and verification of constancy of performance - AVCP” has been aligned with the European template;
Annex B “List of significant machine hazards” has been modified and EN ISO 12100 has been introduced;
Annex C “Example of calculation for the wind resistance determination on fixed parts of external blinds in retracted position” has been added;
Annex ZA has been modified to introduce a new mandated characteristic: the total solar energy transmittance gtot and revised in accordance with requirements of the CPR. SIST EN 13561:2015

folding arm awning, trellis arm awning, pivot arm awning, slide arm awning, vertical roller blind, marquisolette, façade awning, skylight awning, conservatory awning, Pergola awning, Dutch awning, insect screen; brise-soleil. This European Standard does not cover the wind resistance of non-retractable products, e.g. Dutch awnings and brise-soleil. The structural part to which the Pergola awning is fixed is not covered. The products covered by this European Standard may be operated manually, with or without compensating springs or by means of electric motors (power operated products). However, the durability and endurance of the autonomous supply for power operated external blinds and awnings not connected to the mains supply are not covered. This European Standard deals also with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events when external blinds and awnings are used as intended and under conditions of misuse which are reasonably foreseeable by the manufacturer (see Annex B). This European Standard covers external blinds and awnings mounted externally. In case such products are installed internally, they should fulfil all relevant safety requirements defined in EN 13120. The noise emission of power operated external blinds and awnings is not considered to be a relevant hazard according to the machinery health and safety requirements. Therefore this European Standard does not contain any specific requirements on noise health and safety objective. 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 1522, Windows, doors, shutters and blinds - Bullet resistance - Requirements and classification EN 1523, Windows, doors, shutters and blinds - Bullet resistance - Test method EN 1670, Building hardware - Corrosion resistance - Requirements and test methods EN 1932, External blinds and shutters - Resistance to wind loads - Method of testing and performance criteria EN 1933, Exterior blinds - Resistance to load due to water accumulation - Test method EN 12045, Shutters and blinds power operated - Safety in use - Measurement of the transmitted force EN 12194, Shutters, external and internal blinds - Misuse - Test methods EN 12216, Shutters, external blinds, internal blinds - Terminology, glossary and definitions SIST EN 13561:2015

x pN with
= 1,2:
Nominal wind pressure pN: it represents the wind pressure under which the external blind shall not sustain deformation or deterioration detrimental to its correct operation.
Safety wind pressure pS: it represents the wind pressure under which no deterioration which may be dangerous for the persons shall be observed (e.g. breakage, exit from guiding tracks in case of guided blinds). When tested according to EN 1932, the wind resistance class of external blinds shall be given according to Table 1. Table 1 — Classes of wind resistance Classes 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 Nominal wind pressure pN (N/m2) < 40 40 70 110 170 270 400 Safety wind pressure pS (N/m2) < 48 48 84 132 204 234 480 Table 1 applies to all external blinds. However, the maximum class allowed for folding arm awnings shall be class 2. Classes from 4 to 6 are only allowed for external blinds with fabric running in lateral guide rails and Pergola awnings. NOTE 1 This maximum class for folding arm awnings has been defined to take into account the resistance of the fixing system and the dynamic effect of the wind. The manufacturer shall define a maximum speed above which the external blind shall be retracted. This wind speed shall be indicated in the instructions for use. For folding arm awnings and trellis arm awnings having more than two arms, the size limit for the same class shall be determined considering the maximum width of fabric applied to one arm for the same projection (H). NOTE 2 The conditions to be met in order to fulfil the performance requirement are based on static loads and do not consider the dynamic effect of repeated loads (turbulences) to which the fabric and the frame are submitted in an actual situation. Therefore, the static pressure cannot be used to define the anchoring of the external blinds on the building. 4.2 Resistance of non retractable elements to pressure loads Since some parts of external blinds – for example head boxes, guiderails – cannot be retracted, they shall withstand in some cases very high wind speed. The resulting pressure on the product depends on:
the installation condition, SIST EN 13561:2015

the height of the building,
the location of the building. This clause applies to the external blind itself. It does not cover the fixing of the external blind to its support for which the manufacturer shall give guidance in the instructions for installation (see 6.3.2). NOTE 1 As the criteria determining the resulting pressure applied to the fixed parts of external blinds are depending on installation conditions (location, height,…). National rules – if available – can give such information on the basis of National wind speed map. When calculated according to the following methodology: a) determine the weakest point of the external blind; b) determine the maximum surface where wind stress can be applied; c) determine the worst case angle where the wind can apply; all fixed parts of the external blinds, i.e. the parts that are not retracted when the external blind is in the complete retracted position, shall be designed so that there shall be no permanent deformation after a pressure of 800 Pa has been applied. NOTE 2 An example of determination of wind stress applied is given in Annex C. 4.3 Resistance to snow load (non retractable external blinds only) The resistance to snow load of non retractable external blinds shall be justified by calculation according to the relevant regulation, e.g. Eurocode 3 for steel structures or Eurocode 9 for aluminium structures. 4.4 Resistance to water pocket 4.4.1 General This clause is only applicable to folding arm awnings, trellis arm awnings, Dutch awnings and Pergola awnings. Under the action of precipitation, the external blind may retain water forming a pocket of water. The external blind shall withstand the corresponding load. 4.4.2 Determination of performance The determination of performance shall be in accordance with the test method specified in EN 1933. 4.4.3 Performance requirement For an incline of 14° corresponding to a slope of 25 % (or for a lower incline specified by the manufacturer), the external blind in the fully extended position shall withstand the load created by a possible retention of water by the fabric (no rupture), or the water shall drain off to avoid forming a pocket of water. After releasing the load and drying of the fabric, the operating effort shall be maintained inside the class. The instructions for use supplied by the manufacturer shall remind the necessity of retracting the external blind in case of rain if the slope is less than 25 % or less than the value recommended by the manufacturer. SIST EN 13561:2015

Key 1 rounds of roller tube 2 FCN value 3 FCP value Figure 1 — Folding arm awning — Characterization of a class of operating force with peak 4.6 Operating mechanism — Diagrams HPV (“Human Pull Value”) 4.6.1 General This clause specifies geometrical characteristics of the operating mechanisms taking into account the comfort of the operation. It does not apply to power operated external blinds. 4.6.2 Performances requirements Gear operation Gear with crank or winch handle shall have:
a handle of a length R less than or equal to 0,20 m (R ≤ 0,20 m); SIST EN 13561:2015

a reduction ratio r of the gear less than 1:10 (average or mean reduction ratio when, for the same gear, several reductions exist). NOTE A maximum reduction ratio of 1:10 means it is necessary to make 10 turns or less of the crank to achieve one rotation of the roller tube or axle. Belt, cord or chain operation These operating mechanisms shall have the minimal dimensions specified in the HPV diagrams (see Figure 2 and Figure 3). Apparent cord diameter for HPV for n cords with diameter d d is the diameter of a single cord
Key 1 acceptable 2 non acceptable FC operating effort Figure 2 — HPV Diagrams for cord or chain operation For a given diameter d of a single cord and the number n of cords known, the dhpv (in mm) can be determined by use of the table in Figure 2. The diameter calculated can be tested against the diagram at Figure 2 to determine the acceptability relative to the operating effort. SIST EN 13561:2015

Key 1 acceptable 2 non acceptable FC operating effort Figure 3 — HPV Diagram for belt operation 4.7 Resistance in case of misuse 4.7.1 Curtain and laths 4.7.1.1 General Under the action of abnormal but foreseeable use (misuse), the external blind shall not become misshapen or damaged to the extent that: a) the damage impairs its correct operation; b) the damage which leads to a deterioration in appearance. Misuse operations are related to the displacement of the curtain and to the tilting of the laths. 4.7.1.2 Displacement of the curtain
Rough operation Rough operation occurs during extension and retraction.
Forced operation Forced operation occurs in the direction of extension and retraction, the curtain being either stopped or blocked in extended or retracted position, or blocked in an intermediate position. Figure 4 illustrates the six possibilities of forced operations. SIST EN 13561:2015

Key 1 direction of extension 2 direction of retraction 3 obstruction a curtain fully extended b curtain fully retracted c curtain in intermediate position, obstructed during extension and/or retraction Figure 4 — Illustration of the six possibilities of forced operation In the case of the folding arm awning, only the situations a1 and b2 shall be taken into account.
Reversed operation Reversed operations are only applicable to roller blinds or to products using a rolling mechanism for extension or retraction. For these products, operation in situation a1 or b2 illustrated in Figure 4, is a reversed operation when the movement in the opposite direction is possible with an effort less than the limit of the class of operation. If the movement is not possible, it is a forced operation. Reversed operation occurs on extension with the curtain fully extended and on retraction with the curtain fully retracted. 4.7.1.3 Tilting of the laths
Rough operation Rough operation is not possible, the conditions defining its occurrence are not likely to occur (no excessive speed, no inertia of laths).
Forced operation Forced operation occurs in both closed positions which are the result of tilting the laths in both directions from the open position.
Reversed operation Not applicable. SIST EN 13561:2015

the following appearance defects shall not be visible: no onset of tearing the fabric, no splitting of seams, no permanent damage to front profile or guiderails;
and, for manual operation, the value of operating effort shall be maintained within the limit of the initial class. Some external blinds are not designed to withstand an obstruction of the curtain in situations defined in a2, b1, c1 and c2 illustrated at Figure 4. They will not be subjected to the corresponding tests if the technical instructions of the manufacturer have a warning to the user about the risk of damage in case the curtain is obstructed in these situations. Table 5 — Values of misuse efforts by type of operation Effort of misuse operation Misuse operations Force (N) Torque (Nm) PB = 2 FC Not applicable a rough Movement of curtain / Tilting of laths
PF = 180 CF = 60 × R b forced c d PI ≤ FC CI ≤ FC × R reversed FC = value of the operating effort of the class obtained P = exerted misuse force C = exerted misuse torque B = rough, F = forced, I = reversed R = maximum length of crank handle described in the technical instructions of the manufacturer with
R ≤ 0,20 m a Operation by gear is never rough. b In the case of folding arm awning, CF = 120 x R in situations a1 and b2 of Figure 3. c If the operating mechanism is equipped with a system which limits the force or the torque, the values of PF and CF are those given by this system. d For power operated operations, the effort to be applied is the one produced by the motor. NOTE There are no performance classes. 4.8 Mechanical endurance (repeated operation cycles) 4.8.1 General This clause evaluates the ability of the external blind to withstand a number of operating cycles corresponding to a given usage:
the curtain: one cycle corresponds to a complete operation of extension and retraction including the rest times; SIST EN 13561:2015

the laths: one tilt cycle is defined as a complete movement of the pivoting mechanism, moving the slats or vanes from one extreme position to the other and then back again. 4.8.2 Determination of performance The determination of performance shall be in accordance with the test methods specified in EN 14201. 4.8.3 Performance requirement 4.8.3.1 General After carrying out the cycles related to the appropriate class, the following requirements shall be fulfilled. 4.8.3.2 Manual operation
The value of the operating effort shall be maintained within the limit of the initial class. For folding arm awning with box, correct closing of box shall be ensured;
The appearance criteria shall be fulfilled: no onset of tearing of fabric, no splitting of seams, no permanent damage to front profile or guiderails;
Operating mechanisms shall not sustain significant damage. NOTE The capability for use of a gear with crank handle, supplied on the market, intended to be incorporated in an external blind may be determined according to EN 14203. Using gear with crank handle conforming to EN 14203 may allow external blind manufacturers to reach a higher endurance class. 4.8.3.3 Power operated operation
Variation of the speed under load The ratio 121100−× shall be less than or equal to 20 % where T1 is the time needed for a complete retraction of the curtain, measured at the beginning of the endurance test, after five cycles of functioning. T2 is the time needed for a complete retraction of the curtain measured at the end of the endurance test.
Accuracy of the positions of limit stops The variation of the fully retracted and fully extended positions, measured in the two rotation directions and expressed as an angle in relation to the initial value, shall remain in the range of values given in Table 6. Table 6 — Power operated products — Accuracy of the positions of limit stops Motorisation type Limit stops drift Class 1 Class 2 Tubular ±15° ±5° Square ±10° ±3° SIST EN 13561:2015

Characteristics of the mechanical brake
Stopping the movement of the curtain shall not lead to an angular displacement of more than 20°.
The displacement of the front profile, after applying an overload of 15 % of the weight of the curtain for 12 h, shall not exceed 5 mm, the measurement being carried out at an intermediate position. NOTE A mechanical brake is a brake applied mechanically by stored energy (spring force) until released with an external sustained electrical power supply under the control of the operator or automatically.
Grease and oil traces There shall be no visible traces of grease and oil. The suitability for use of a power operated drive, supplied on the market, intended to be incorporated in an external blind may be determined according to EN 14202. Using a power operated drive conforming to EN 14202 may allow external blind manufacturers to reach a higher endurance class. 4.8.4 Classes of endurance Table 7 gives the number of cycles corresponding to the three endurance classes specified. Table 7 — Classes of endurance Number of cycles Class 1 Class 2 Class 3 Extension / retraction 3 000 7 000 10 000 Tilting 6 000 14 000 20 000 NOTE Class 2 corresponds to 10 years use with 2 cycles per day. 4.9 Operation in frosty conditions If the external blind cannot be operated in frosty conditions (in case of formation of ice), the information for use shall provide the following warning: “The operation in frosty conditions may damage the product.” 4.10 Safety in use 4.10.1 General The significant machinery hazards related to power operated external blinds are listed in Annex B. 4.10.2 Falling of persons 4.10.2.1 General In the case of buildings with projecting awnings, an automatic activation of the external blinds (sun, clock, anemometer, etc.) shall not endanger and create a risk of falling to persons working on the facade. 4.10.2.2 Determination of performance The requirement specified in 4.10.2.3 shall be fulfilled. 4.10.2.3 Safety requirement A supervised control priority locking device shall be capable of preventing all operation. SIST EN 13561:2015
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