Fire performance of external cladding systems. Test method for non-loadbearing external cladding systems fixed to, and supported by, a structural steel frame

BS 8414-2:2020

British Standards Institution
Fire performance of external cladding systems. Test method for non-loadbearing external cladding systems fixed to, and supported by, a structural steel frame Download document

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Current

Supplement

Core Supplement

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BS

Abstract

Details tests for assessing the fire performance of non-loadbearing external cladding systems, fixed to and supported by a structural steel frame when exposed to external fire under controlled conditions. Representing a fully-developed (post-flashover) fire in a room, venting through an opening such as a window aperture that exposes the cladding to the effects of external flames, or from an external fire source. This part does not apply to glazed curtain walling systems.

History

Supersedes BS 8414-2:2015+A1:2017. Came into effect 30 April 2020.

ISBN

9780539046083

Subjects

  • Coverings and surface finishes
  • Special subject areas
  • Cladding/covering
  • Fire
  • Fire resistance

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