scope:

This European Standard specifies performance requirements for the strength and durability of hardware for the operation of movable sashes of windows and door height windows including requirements and test methods common to all hardware. This European Standard is applicable to the hardware suitable for windows and door height windows in Table 1, whatever the material used for the construction of the window. This European Standard does not apply to the following: Fusible links, hardware for lifting side-hung windows, fixing devices that are used to assemble or install a fixed window, devices that are used for the permanent fixing of a complete window into a building structure, mechanisms for the pneumatic or hydraulic remote operation of windows; also single axis hinges (other than those, which provide a pivot-function for windows) and dead bolts suitable for both door and window sashes, as covered in EN 1935 and EN 12051 respectively. NOTE 1 If fire/smoke resistance is required, reference should be made to the respective standards mentioned in 5.5. NOTE 2 If burglar resistance is required, reference should be made to EN 1627, EN 1628, EN 1629 and EN 1630.