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Explanations of fittings
We have summarized the most important information on terms that require explanation for you below.
Explanations of fittings
Panic function E
Use
For doors that should only be accessible from the outside to a specific group of people and may therefore only be opened with a key. The outside of the door is fitted with a knob or push handle and the inside (panic side) with a lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar.
Function
- The door must be opened permanently in the direction of escape (lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar are always coupled).
- The door can only be opened from the outside using a key or the electric strike function (changeover function).
Panic function B
Use
For escape doors where passage from the outside to the inside must be possible at times. The outside is fitted with a lever handle, the inside (panic side) with a lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar.
Function
- The door must be opened permanently in the direction of escape (lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar always coupled)- the latch and deadbolt are retracted when actuated.
- For temporary access, the outside lever handle can be coupled via the profile cylinder – locking the door restores the panic and idle functions (switchover function).
- Even if the lever handle is operated on the inside, the outside lever handle remains disengaged.
Panic function D
Use
For escape doors where it must be possible to pass through from the inside and outside at times. The outside is fitted with a lever handle and the inside (panic side) with a lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar.
Function
- These doors are escape doors that are only used in the event of panic.
- The door must be opened permanently in the direction of escape (lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar are always coupled).
- When the inside lever handle is actuated, the outside lever handle is coupled – allowing emergency services access from the outside (passage function).
- The outside of the door can only be locked again using the key.
Panic function EDS
Use
For escape doors where it must be possible to pass through from the inside and outside at times. The outside of the door is fitted with a lever handle and the inside (panic side) with a lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar. The lock can be controlled via access control systems or devices (card readers/finger scanners/timers) and the lever handle can be engaged or disengaged.
Function
- The door must be opened permanently in the direction of escape (lever handle, panic push bar or panic push bar are always coupled) – the latch and deadbolt are retracted when actuated.
- For temporary access, the outside handle can be engaged or disengaged via the mechatronic components in the lock or via the profile cylinder. When the door is locked, the panic and idle functions are restored.
- The lock enables the following queries:
- Lever handle follower inside and outside
- Bar status
- Profile cylinder actuation
Explanations of fittings
CE marking
The CE mark on construction products confirms their suitability for use and represents a minimum safety standard for the European internal market. This prevents each country from issuing individual regulations for technical products. CE-marked products comply with the minimum requirements of the European Construction Products Regulation (CPR).
The CE mark is not a seal of quality, rather it is to be understood as a “passport”.
DIN EN 179
Locks for emergency exit devices with a fixed knob and door handle as well as a door handle on both sides are used for emergency exit doors in buildings where panic is unlikely to occur. People are familiar with the escape routes and the functions of the emergency exit doors.
Possible areas of application:
- Offices
- Workshops
- Classrooms
- Non-public areas at train stations, airports, etc.
Emergency exit devices for fire and smoke protection doors and doors in escape routes in accordance with DIN EN 179 must bear the CE mark .
In accordance with DIN EN 179, only lever handles that do not have any protruding corners or edges that could cause injury may be used. The free end of the lever handle must point towards the surface of the door.
It must be possible to open the door within one second with a manual operation and a maximum required force of 70 N.
DIN EN 1125
Panic locks with a horizontal operating bar, across the entire width of the door for emergency exit doors, are used in buildings where panic is possible. People are not familiar with the escape routes and the functions of the emergency exit doors.
Panic locks for fire and smoke protection doors and doors in escape routes in accordance with DIN EN 1125 must bear the CE mark.
It must be possible to open the door within one second with manual operation and a maximum required force of 80 N (door without preload) or 220 N (door preloaded with 1,000 N).
DIN EN 1154
The European standard EN 1154 specifies the requirements and test methods for door closers. The requirements are classified in a six-digit designation system.
DIN EN 1527
DIN 1527 specifies requirements for the manual construction system for sliding doors as well as bi-folding and multi-folding doors. Doors and door leaves themselves are excluded.
Cyclic tests, static loads, initial friction and corrosion resistance tests are carried out on Hello There and guide rails. Trolleys for industrial, residential sliding and folding doors are covered. The standard does not apply to sliding doors with corner guide and lightweight bottom-running sliding doors.
DIN EN 1627-1630
Burglar-resistant components in accordance with DIN EN 1627-1630 are defined in various resistance classes. The standard defines a total of 6 resistance classes (RC).
Components in class RC2 have a low level of protection against attempted break-ins using lever tools. The resistance time of the components is 3 minutes. The highest resistance class RC6 withstands break-in attempts by experienced burglars for 20 minutes. This assumes the additional use of very powerful power tools such as drills or angle grinders.
DIN EN 1670
DIN EN 1670 specifies the requirements for the corrosion resistance of window hardware.
There are five classes of corrosion resistance (classes 1 to 5) depending on the different conditions of use. These apply to both coated and uncoated surfaces.
DIN EN 12101-2
DIN EN 12101-2 describes the European requirements for natural smoke and heat exhaust ventilators (NSHEV).
The standard states that only tested complete solutions (NSHEV), consisting of window and drive as well as cornice, NSHEV hardware, skylight dome and wind guide, which have a certificate of usability prescribed in Section 17 of the Model Building Code (MBO) may be used. This can either be a CE marking for legally regulated construction products for standard devices or an approval in individual cases (ZiE) for individually designed façades and roof designs.
DIN EN 12209
DIN EN 12209 specifies requirements and test methods for the long-term functionality, strength, protective effect and mode of operation of mechanically operated locks and their striking plates. Typically, locks in accordance with DIN EN 12209 are used on doors, French windows and entrance doors.
DIN EN 18251
DIN 18251 specifies the dimensions of locks. It replaces the old editions DIN 18251-1/-2/-3 and 18250. The requirements for locks such as permanent function, strength, etc. are now only defined in DIN EN 12209.
DIN EN 18263-1
DIN 18263-1 “Door closing devices with controlled closing sequence” describes the requirements and test methods for swing door drives with self-closing function. In many cases, these automatic, i.e. power-operated swing doors must also meet fire protection requirements.
DIN 18273
DIN 18273 certifies door handle sets for fire and smoke protection doors that are designed in such a way that, when used properly and with appropriate maintenance, the function and protective effect of the hardware is permanently ensured even after prolonged use. The standard applies to all types of lever handles in single or double-leaf design.
DIN EN 1935
DIN EN 1935 is the European standard for single-axis door and window hinges. Depending on the area of application, the hinges are divided into four different usage classes (light, medium, strong, very strong). Door weights and dimensions as well as the maximum torque resulting from the frictional resistance during the continuous operation test are essential for the assessment.
According to the standard, all single-axis screw-on hinges and hinges with fixed pins for use on entrance doors and windows must be assessed according to an 8-digit classification key.
- Utility class (classes 1 – 4)
- Continuous functionality (classes 3, 4, 7)
- Mass of the door (classes 0-7)
- Fire resistance (classes 0-1)
- Safety (class 1)
- Corrosion resistance (class 0-4)
- Protection and burglar resistance (class 0, 1)
- Band class (grades 0-14)
QM 328
Hello There fittings tested in accordance with the QM 328 certification program of ift Rosenheim meet the RAL requirements for turn and turn-tilt fittings. Certification in accordance with QM 328 ensures the interchangeability of the Hello There, based on technical comparability in components in accordance with DIN EN 14351-1.
The QM 328 is issued for a period of 5 years. This is followed by re-certification for a further 5 years.
As a manufacturer of high-quality window fittings, we are committed to in-house production control to ensure the consistent properties of our Hello There. This includes incoming goods inspection, production monitoring and a check of the labeling.
RAL
The RAL quality seal is awarded by the “German Institute for Quality Assurance and Certification”.
The RAL quality seal is awarded to companies that meet the strict quality and testing requirements for their product or service. Compliance with the regulations is guaranteed after an initial inspection by regular in-house and neutral external monitoring.
Explanations of fittings
Whisper trap
The whisper latch significantly reduces the closing noise of a door. The remaining noise sounds “richer” and thus gives doors a higher quality impression.
A special plastic insert on the latch eliminates the need for regular lubrication and thus also possible dirt deposits from lubricants.
Finger scan
Thanks to intelligent locking technology, you don’t necessarily need a key to open doors and gates today – a fingerprint is enough. The front door unlocks automatically when you place your finger on it thanks to an electric motor.
And the fingerprint is unique and cannot be copied. It cannot be lost or forgotten.
Core pull protection rosette
Flat stainless steel core pull protection rosettes protect the profile cylinder against tampering and prevent the cylinder core from being pulled.
Electronic handle control
Locks with electronic handle control protect people, rooms or sensitive data from unauthorized access. The time or person-related restrictions on access rights are operated via timers, finger scanners or card readers.
Switching lock
Switching locks, e.g. 14.288. of the 200 series system locks, are used for double-leaf systems. They are installed in the upper area of the inactive leaf. When the locking rods of the panic backplate or the rebate shoot bolt are fully retracted, the single-stage latching action of the cam locks prevents the spring-loaded locking rods from extending. Possible damage to the floor and unsecured closing of the passive leaf are prevented.
Dead man's control
Dead man’s controls can be found on gates with operators. They cause the operator to open or close only as long as the button is pressed. If it is released, the operator stops.
