SNZ TS 4211:2022
Classification for the performance of windows
Objective of this technical specification is to provide a methodology for classifying windows and exterior doors in accordance with their suitability for various design and building situations. It is intended for use by window suppliers, manufacturers, and designers. It establishes a basis for decisions about the likely performance of windows relative to their exposure, and for demonstrating compliance with the minimum requirements of the New Zealand Building Code. SNZ TS 4211 is for use with discrete window and door units to be installed within the walls of buildings. Changes to the title, layout, and emphasis of the document reflect its role in providing a classification system for windows used in New Zealand buildings. This classification system ensures that appropriate windows can be manufactured and selected for the situations in which they will be used. This specification excludes the installation details at the window perimeter and excludes building facades and curtain walls. In addition, this specification does not cover durability, thermal, acoustic, or fire-rating performance requirements for windows.
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SNZ TS 4211 2022 Specification for the classification of windows
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Acknowledgement
Copyright
Referenced documents
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Foreword
CONTENTS
1 GENERAL
1.1 Scope
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Interpretation
1.4 Definitions
1.5 Abbreviations
1.6 Notations
2 CLASSIFICATION
2.1 Determination of exposure
2.2 Classification
2.3 Application to production windows
2.4 Labelling
2.5 Reporting
3 SPECIMEN PREPARATION
3.1 Test facilities
3.2 Test specimen
3.3 Installation of test specimen
4 SEQUENCE OF TESTS
4.1 Sequence of measurements and tests
5 TEST METHODS
5.1 Deflection of structural members test
5.2 Operating force test
5.3 Air permeability test
5.4 In-plane lateral displacement
5.5 Water penetration resistance test – Static pressure
5.6 Water penetration resistance test – Cyclic pressure
5.7 Ultimate strength test
5.8 Torsional rigidity
6 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
6.1 Deflection of structural members
6.2 Operating force test
6.3 Air permeability test 1
6.4 In-plane lateral displacement
6.5 Air permeability test 2
6.6 Water penetration test pressures – Static
6.7 Water penetration test pressures – Cyclic
6.8 Ultimate strength test
6.9 Torsional rigidity test
APPENDIX A – HARDWARE
APPENDIX B – TYPICAL CONFIGURATIONS AND STRUCTURAL MEMBERS
APPENDIX C – IMPACTS ON TORSIONAL RIGIDITY TESTS
APPENDIX D – SPRAY NOZZLE LAYOUT
APPENDIX E – TORSIONAL TEST RIG
TABLES
Table 1 – Exposure rating
Table 2 – Threshold values for air permeability classes
Table 3 – Sequence of measurements and tests
Table 4 – Maximum operating force for panels
Table 5 – Water penetration test pressures – Static
Table 6 – Water penetration test pressures – Cyclic
FIGURES
Figure 1 – Air permeability class
Figure 2 – Allowable dimensional increase
Figure 3 – Examples of complying labels for marking a window
Figure B1 – Configuration examples – Windows
Figure B2 – Configuration examples – Sliding
Figure B3 – Configuration examples – Hinged and bi-folding
Figure B4 – Configuration examples – Miscellaneous
Figure D1 – Spray nozzle layout for water application
Figure E1 – Example of a torsional test rig assembly
- B1
- E2
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References
Testing of building facades
Windows, external glazed, timber and composite doors - Methods of test - Part 1: Test sequence, sampling and test methods
Garage doors and other large access doors
Insulating glass units
Design for access and mobility: Buildings and associated facilities
Glazing in buildings - Part 3: Human impact safety requirements
Glazing in buildings - Part 4: Wind, dead, snow, and live actions
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AS/NZS 1905.1:1997
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Windows, external glazed, timber and composite doors - Methods of test - Part 1: Test sequence, sampling and test methods -
AS/NZS 4505:2012
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AS/NZS 4505:2012 A1
Garage doors and other large access doors: Amendment 1:2015
SNZ TS 4211 2022 Specification for the classification of windows
Committee representation
Acknowledgement
Copyright
Referenced documents
Latest revisions
Review
Foreword
CONTENTS
1 GENERAL
1.1 Scope
1.2 Objectives
1.3 Interpretation
1.4 Definitions
1.5 Abbreviations
1.6 Notations
2 CLASSIFICATION
2.1 Determination of exposure
2.2 Classification
2.3 Application to production windows
2.4 Labelling
2.5 Reporting
3 SPECIMEN PREPARATION
3.1 Test facilities
3.2 Test specimen
3.3 Installation of test specimen
4 SEQUENCE OF TESTS
4.1 Sequence of measurements and tests
5 TEST METHODS
5.1 Deflection of structural members test
5.2 Operating force test
5.3 Air permeability test
5.4 In-plane lateral displacement
5.5 Water penetration resistance test – Static pressure
5.6 Water penetration resistance test – Cyclic pressure
5.7 Ultimate strength test
5.8 Torsional rigidity
6 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
6.1 Deflection of structural members
6.2 Operating force test
6.3 Air permeability test 1
6.4 In-plane lateral displacement
6.5 Air permeability test 2
6.6 Water penetration test pressures – Static
6.7 Water penetration test pressures – Cyclic
6.8 Ultimate strength test
6.9 Torsional rigidity test
APPENDIX A – HARDWARE
APPENDIX B – TYPICAL CONFIGURATIONS AND STRUCTURAL MEMBERS
APPENDIX C – IMPACTS ON TORSIONAL RIGIDITY TESTS
APPENDIX D – SPRAY NOZZLE LAYOUT
APPENDIX E – TORSIONAL TEST RIG
TABLES
Table 1 – Exposure rating
Table 2 – Threshold values for air permeability classes
Table 3 – Sequence of measurements and tests
Table 4 – Maximum operating force for panels
Table 5 – Water penetration test pressures – Static
Table 6 – Water penetration test pressures – Cyclic
FIGURES
Figure 1 – Air permeability class
Figure 2 – Allowable dimensional increase
Figure 3 – Examples of complying labels for marking a window
Figure B1 – Configuration examples – Windows
Figure B2 – Configuration examples – Sliding
Figure B3 – Configuration examples – Hinged and bi-folding
Figure B4 – Configuration examples – Miscellaneous
Figure D1 – Spray nozzle layout for water application
Figure E1 – Example of a torsional test rig assembly
- B1
- E2
Previous versions
SNZ TS 4211:2022
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