What is BS EN 12259-1 – Sprinklers about?
BS EN 12259-1 discusses fixed firefighting systems. The aim of the BS EN 12259 series is to provide best industry requirements for the safe and reliable use of sprinklers, such that they play a positive role during a fire emergency.
BS EN 12259-1 is a first part of the BS EN 12259 series that specifies requirements for construction and performance of sprinklers which are operated by a change of state of an element or bursting of a glass bulb under the influence of heat, for use in automatic sprinkler systems conforming to EN 12845, Automatic sprinkler systems — Design and installation. Test methods and a recommended test schedule for type approval testing are also given.
Who is BS EN 12259-1 – Sprinklers for?
BS EN 12259-1 on sprinklers is useful for:
- Sprinklers manufactures
- Installers
- Entities involved in fire safety engineering
- Quality control and testing department
- Fire safety departments
- Local authorities
- Regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS EN 12259-1 – Sprinklers?
To prevent hazardous situations, it is necessary components of the sprinkler are designed and built as per the best industry performance requirements.
BS EN 12259-1 provides you with requirements and test methods that can be followed while manufacturing components for sprinklers. This can ensure that components are efficient and help in extinguishing fire immediately.
BS EN 12259-1 helps in the evaluation of conformity of product by using initial type testing and factory production control method that verifies if the performance declarations represent the true behaviour of the product.
If you are a manufacturer, BS EN 12259-1 can ensure that your components contribute to the operational efficiency of the sprinklers and contribute to a successful fire response.