BS EN 12046-1:2020

This standard BS EN 12046-1:2020 Operating forces. Test method is classified in these ICS categories:

• 91.190 Building accessories
• 91.060.50 Doors and windows

This document specifies the test method for determining the force required when engaging or releasing the hardware of a window and when commencing the movement of a casement or sash, in both opening and closing directions.

This document is applicable to all types of openable windows where the movement is a manual operation.

This document is applicable to products of any frame material.