EN 13561:2004/prA1
(Amendment)External blinds - Performance requirements including safety
External blinds - Performance requirements including safety
This European Standard specifies the performance requirements which external blinds shall fulfil when fitted to a building. It deals also with the significant hazards for construction, transport, installation, operation and maintenance of the external blinds (see list of significant machine hazards in annex B).
It applies to all external blinds as well as similar products whatever their design and nature of the materials used, as follows and defined in EN 12216:
- folding arm awning, trellis arm awning, pivot arm awning, slide arm awning, vertical roller awning, marquisolette, façade awning, skylight awning, conservatory awning, Dutch awning, insect screen;
- solar screen.
This European Standard does not cover the wind resistance of fixed nor semi-fixed products, e.g. Dutch awnings, fixed or mobile and solar screen. They are not exempt from wind resistance requirements although no test methods have been established at the present time. 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). This document is not applicable to external blinds which are manufactured before the date of publication of this document.
Markisen - Leistungs- und Sicherheitsanforderungen
Stores extérieurs - Exigences de performance, y compris la sécurité
Zunanja senčila - Zahtevane lastnosti, vključno z varnostjo
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 33 - Doors, windows, shutters and building hardware
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 33/WG 3 - Blinds and shutters
- Current Stage
- 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
- Start Date
- 17-Jul-2008
- Completion Date
- 17-Jul-2008
- Directive
- 89/106/EEC - Construction products
- Directive
- 98/37/EC - Machinery
Relations
- Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 13561:2004/prA1 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies the performance requirements and safety criteria for external blinds fitted to buildings. This standard covers various types of external blinds, including awnings, rollers, and solar screens, focusing on their construction, transport, installation, operation, and maintenance. It is applicable to both manually operated and motorized external blinds.
This standard ensures that manufacturers, installers, and users benefit from enhanced safety and reliable performance, addressing significant hazards associated with these products. However, it does not include wind resistance requirements for fixed or semi-fixed products, as specific test methods for these are not yet established.
Key Topics
- Scope and Product Range: Applies to all external blinds such as folding arm awnings, trellis arm awnings, vertical roller awnings, façades awnings, insect screens, and solar screens, as defined by EN 12216.
- Performance Requirements: Sets criteria to guarantee the durability, safety, and functionality of external blinds.
- Safety Measures: Identifies significant machine hazards related to construction, handling, transport, installation, operation, and ongoing maintenance.
- Operational Modes: Covers manual operation (with or without compensating springs) and electric motor-powered products.
- Exclusions: Does not cover noise aspects or wind resistance criteria for fixed/semi-fixed blinds; these may be governed by other standards or regulations.
- Compliance with EU Directives: Supports conformance with the Essential Requirements of EU Machinery Directives (98/37/EC and 2006/42/EC), providing manufacturers with a presumption of conformity when clauses are met.
Applications
EN 13561:2004/prA1 is essential for:
- Manufacturers aiming to design and produce external blinds that meet European safety and performance benchmarks.
- Installers and Contractors who require guidelines to ensure safe and compliant installation.
- Building Owners and Facility Managers seeking reliable external shading solutions that comply with EU regulatory requirements.
- Safety Inspectors and Regulators enforcing compliance on construction sites and in building maintenance.
- Product Designers incorporating safety considerations and machine hazard identification in new external blind products.
The standard is highly relevant across residential, commercial, and industrial buildings where external shading is necessary to control sunlight, enhance comfort, and optimize energy efficiency. It also supports the integration of motorized and automated external shading systems.
Related Standards
- EN 12216 – Defines types and terminology related to external blinds.
- EU Machinery Directive 98/37/EC and 2006/42/EC – Regulates machinery safety, with which EN 13561 conforms through fulfilling essential safety requirements.
- National standards derived from EN 13561 provide localized regulations complementary to European safety and performance criteria.
- Other building and construction standards concerning wind resistance, noise reduction, and structural performance may also apply depending on the product and installation context.
By adhering to EN 13561:2004/prA1, stakeholders ensure that external blinds are both safe and performant, aligning with European machinery regulations and improving overall product reliability and user safety. This standard is a foundational document for advancing the quality and safety of external shading solutions in the EU market.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13561:2004/prA1 is a amendment published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "External blinds - Performance requirements including safety". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the performance requirements which external blinds shall fulfil when fitted to a building. It deals also with the significant hazards for construction, transport, installation, operation and maintenance of the external blinds (see list of significant machine hazards in annex B). It applies to all external blinds as well as similar products whatever their design and nature of the materials used, as follows and defined in EN 12216: - folding arm awning, trellis arm awning, pivot arm awning, slide arm awning, vertical roller awning, marquisolette, façade awning, skylight awning, conservatory awning, Dutch awning, insect screen; - solar screen. This European Standard does not cover the wind resistance of fixed nor semi-fixed products, e.g. Dutch awnings, fixed or mobile and solar screen. They are not exempt from wind resistance requirements although no test methods have been established at the present time. 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). This document is not applicable to external blinds which are manufactured before the date of publication of this document.
This European Standard specifies the performance requirements which external blinds shall fulfil when fitted to a building. It deals also with the significant hazards for construction, transport, installation, operation and maintenance of the external blinds (see list of significant machine hazards in annex B). It applies to all external blinds as well as similar products whatever their design and nature of the materials used, as follows and defined in EN 12216: - folding arm awning, trellis arm awning, pivot arm awning, slide arm awning, vertical roller awning, marquisolette, façade awning, skylight awning, conservatory awning, Dutch awning, insect screen; - solar screen. This European Standard does not cover the wind resistance of fixed nor semi-fixed products, e.g. Dutch awnings, fixed or mobile and solar screen. They are not exempt from wind resistance requirements although no test methods have been established at the present time. 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). This document is not applicable to external blinds which are manufactured before the date of publication of this document.
EN 13561:2004/prA1 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.060.50 - Doors and windows. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13561:2004/prA1 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13561:2004+A1:2008, EN 13561:2004. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 13561:2004/prA1 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC, 305/2011, 89/106/EEC, 98/37/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/079, M/101, M/396. 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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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2008
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External blinds - Performance requirements including safety
Markisen - Leistungs- und Sicherheitsanforderungen
Stores extérieurs - Exigences de performance, y compris la sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13561:2004/prA1
ICS:
91.060.50 Vrata in okna Doors and windows
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 13561:2004
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
April 2008
ICS 91.060.50
English Version
External blinds - Performance requirements including safety
Stores extérieurs - Exigences de performance, y compris la Markisen - Leistungs- und Sicherheitsanforderungen
sécurité
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 33.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13561:2004. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
This draft amendment was established by CEN in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made
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Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
: This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
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Foreword
This document (EN 13561:2004/prA1:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 33 “Doors,
windows, shutters, building hardware and curtain walling”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This document is currently submitted to the Unique Acceptance Pr
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