EN 1522:1998
(Main)Windows, doors, shutters and blinds - Bullet resistance - Requirements and classification
Windows, doors, shutters and blinds - Bullet resistance - Requirements and classification
This standard specifies the requirements and classification that windows, doors, shutters and blinds must satisfy when tested in accordance with prEN 1523. This standard is applicable to attacks by hand guns, rifles and shotguns on windows, doors, shutters and blinds complete with their frames and infills, for use in both internal an external locations in buildings. Shutters and blinds should be tested separately and not in conjunction with a window or door, in order to achieve classification in terms of bullet resistance.
Fenster, Türen, Abschlüsse - Durchschußhemmung - Anforderungen und Klassifizierung
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Anforderungen und Klassifizierung für Fenster, Türen, zusätzliche Abschlüsse und Schutzeinrichtungen fest, wenn diese nach prEN 1523 geprüft werden. Diese Europäische Norm kann angewendet werden für Angriffe mit Faustfeuerwaffen, Büchsen und Flinten auf Fenster, Türen, zusätzliche Abschlüsse und Schutzeinrichtungen einschließlich deren Rahmen und Füllungen zur Verwendung im Innen- und Außenbereich von Gebäuden. Zusätzliche Abschlüsse und Schutzeinrichtungen sollten einzeln und nicht in Verbindung mit einem Fenster oder einer Tür geprüft werden,
Fenêtres, portes, fermetures et stores - Résistance aux balles - Prescriptions et classification
La présente norme spécifie les exigences et la classification auxquelles doivent satisfaire les fenêtres, portes, fermetures et stores lorsqu'ils sont soumis à essai conformément au prEN 1523. La présente norme s'applique aux attaques menées aux pistolets et revolvers, aux fusils d'assaut et carabines et aux fusils de chasse sur les portes, les fenêtres, les fermetures et les stores ainsi que sur leurs dormants et remplissages, utilisées tant à l'intérieur qu'à l'extérieur des bâtiments.
Okna, vrata, polkna in rolete - Odpornost proti izstrelkom iz strelnega orožja - Zahteve in klasifikacija
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 20-Oct-1998
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 33 - Doors, windows, shutters and building hardware
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 33/WG 1/2 - Windows and doors
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2024
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2024
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
Overview
EN 1522:1998 is a European standard developed by CEN that defines the bullet resistance requirements and classification for windows, doors, shutters, and blinds. This standard ensures these building components provide adequate protection against ballistic threats from various firearms, including handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Applicable to both internal and external building locations, EN 1522:1998 addresses the need for enhanced safety and security in constructions vulnerable to projectile attacks.
The standard specifies testing methods in accordance with prEN 1523 to classify the resistance levels. It differentiates between window and door assemblies, as well as shutters and blinds, which must be tested separately to ascertain their specific bullet resistance capabilities. By following EN 1522 guidelines, manufacturers and architects can guarantee the performance and classification of security glazing, frames, and infill materials.
Key Topics
Scope and Applicability
EN 1522 applies to windows, doors, shutters, and blinds complete with their frames and infills, intended for both interior and exterior use. The requirements cover resistance against handguns, rifles, and shotgun attacks.Bullet Resistance Testing
Testing is conducted per prEN 1523 procedures that simulate firearm attacks to evaluate the resistance level. Windows, doors, shutters, and blinds are each tested independently to establish clear, reliable bullet-resistant classifications.Classification System
The classification system ranks products based on their ability to withstand ballistic impact, providing an easy reference for selecting appropriate security solutions. This assists customers and specifiers in matching security components to threat levels.Material and Assembly Considerations
The standard accounts for the complete assembly, including frames and infills, which are critical to the overall bullet resistance. Shutters and blinds are assessed separately to ensure each element meets the necessary standards.
Applications
Security Building Design
EN 1522:1998 is integral for architects and engineers designing buildings requiring enhanced protection against firearms, such as banks, government facilities, embassies, and law enforcement buildings.Residential Security Solutions
The standard supports manufacturers of reinforced home doors, windows, and shutters aimed at deterring or preventing ballistic intrusion in high-risk residential areas.Commercial and Industrial Installations
Commercial properties and industrial sites vulnerable to criminal activity benefit from compliance with EN 1522, enhancing occupant safety and asset protection.Retrofit and Renovation Projects
Upgrading existing structures with EN 1522-certified components ensures improved security without full replacements, supporting cost-effective safety enhancements.
Related Standards
prEN 1523 – Specifies test methods for bullet resistance, complementing EN 1522’s requirement for classification through rigorous testing.
EN 1063 – Focuses on bullet-resistant glazing, detailing performance criteria for glass elements that may be part of windows and doors.
EN 1627 – Addresses resistance to burglary, relevant for comprehensive security applications involving doors and windows.
ISO 16933 – Details ballistic test methods for protective materials, providing additional technical guidance for testing bullet resistance.
By adhering to EN 1522:1998, manufacturers, designers, and security consultants can ensure that windows, doors, shutters, and blinds meet stringent bullet resistance requirements, offering reliable protection in environments at risk of ballistic threats. This standard plays a crucial role in advancing building security and occupant safety while cataloging products for consistent classification and performance evaluation.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1522:1998 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Windows, doors, shutters and blinds - Bullet resistance - Requirements and classification". This standard covers: This standard specifies the requirements and classification that windows, doors, shutters and blinds must satisfy when tested in accordance with prEN 1523. This standard is applicable to attacks by hand guns, rifles and shotguns on windows, doors, shutters and blinds complete with their frames and infills, for use in both internal an external locations in buildings. Shutters and blinds should be tested separately and not in conjunction with a window or door, in order to achieve classification in terms of bullet resistance.
This standard specifies the requirements and classification that windows, doors, shutters and blinds must satisfy when tested in accordance with prEN 1523. This standard is applicable to attacks by hand guns, rifles and shotguns on windows, doors, shutters and blinds complete with their frames and infills, for use in both internal an external locations in buildings. Shutters and blinds should be tested separately and not in conjunction with a window or door, in order to achieve classification in terms of bullet resistance.
EN 1522:1998 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.310 - Protection against crime; 91.060.50 - Doors and windows. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1522:1998 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Okna, vrata, polkna in rolete - Odpornost proti izstrelkom iz strelnega orožja - Zahteve in klasifikacijaFenster, Türen, Abschlüsse - Durchschußhemmung - Anforderungen und KlassifizierungFenetres, portes, fermetures et stores - Résistance aux balles - Prescriptions et classificationWindows, doors, shutters and blinds - Bullet resistance - R
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