What is BS EN 13063-3 – Air flue system chimneys about?
BS EN 13063-3 is the third part of the BS EN 13063 series of standards for system chimneys with clay/ceramic flue liners.
BS EN 13063-3 specifies the requirements and test methods for dry (designated D) and/or wet (designated W) air flue system chimneys, including terminals in which the products of combustion are conveyed to the atmosphere through clay/ceramic flue liners and combustion air is conveyed to suitable room sealed appliances through an air duct or an air gap.
Note: BS EN 13063-3 does not apply to structurally independent (free-standing or self-supporting) system chimneys.
Who is BS EN 13063-3 – Air flue system chimneys for?
BS EN 13063-3 on requirements and test methods for air flue system chimneys is useful for:
- Designers of chimneys
- Installers of chimneys
- Architects
- Maintenance personnel
Why should you use BS EN 13063-3 – Air flue system chimneys?
Air flue system chimneys are one of the widely used chimney types both for domestic and commercial purposes. They perform the task of carrying out the smoke of room-sealed appliances outside the building. However, because of the extreme conditions inside the chimney can cause damage and affect its components.
BS EN 13063-3 specifies the requirements for air flue system chimneys and the test methods to help you verify that these requirements are met and maintained. BS EN 13063-3 also specifies the requirements for marking, manufacturer's instructions, product information and evaluation of conformity.
Overall, the guidelines of BS EN 13063-3 enable you to install and maintain air flue system chimney with complete structural integrity.