EN 12444:2000
(Main)Industrial, commercial and garage doors and gates - Resistance to wind load - Testing and calculation
General Information
- Abstract
1.1 General This European Standard specifies the test method and / or calculation of resistance to wind load for doors in a closed position. The doors are intended for installation in areas in the reach of people, for which the main in-tended uses are giving safe access for goods, vehicles and persons in industrial, commercial or residential premises. The doors may be manually or power operated. This document applies to all doors provided in accordance with prEN 13 241:1998. 1.2 Exclusions It does not apply to: - lock gates and dock gates; - doors on lifts; - doors on vehicles; - armoured doors; - door mainly for the retention of animals; - theatre textile curtains;
- horizontally moving doors less than 2,5 m wide and 6,25 m ² area, designed principally for pedestrian use; - revolving doors of any size;
- doors outside the reach of people (such as crane gantry fences); - railway barriers; - barriers used solely for vehicles.
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 21-Nov-2000
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-May-2001
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 33 - Doors, windows, shutters and building hardware
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 33/WG 5 - Industrial, commercial and garage doors and gates
- Current Stage
- 9092 - Decision on results of review/2YR ENQ - revise - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 30-Jun-2020
- Completion Date
- 23-Sep-2026
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard305/2011 - Regulation (eu) No 305/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 march 2011 laying down harmonised conditions for the marketing of construction products and repealing council directive 89/106/eec
Not Harmonized89/106/EEC - Construction products
Not Harmonized98/37/EC - Machinery
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Overview
EN 12444:2000 is a European standard developed by CEN that specifies the methods for testing and calculating the resistance to wind load for industrial, commercial, and garage doors and gates. The standard is designed to ensure that these doors and gates, when installed in areas accessible to people, are capable of withstanding wind pressure safely in a closed position. This is crucial for maintaining secure and safe access for goods, vehicles, and persons within industrial, commercial, and residential premises. Both manually and power-operated doors are covered under this standard, provided they comply with the related requirements outlined in prEN 13241:1998.
Key Topics
Scope of Application: EN 12444:2000 applies to all doors specified for industrial, commercial, and garage use, including those in residential areas, that provide passage for goods, vehicles, and people.
Testing and Calculation Methods: The standard details both test procedures and calculation methods to determine a door’s resistance to wind load while closed.
Exclusions: The document does not apply to certain specialized doors and barriers, including:
- Lock and dock gates
- Lift doors
- Vehicle doors
- Armoured security doors
- Animal retention doors
- Theatre textile curtains
- Horizontally moving pedestrian doors under specified size limits
- Revolving doors
- Barriers for railway or vehicles only, and structures inaccessible to people
Safety and Durability: Focuses on ensuring structural integrity, safety, and compliance for doors commonly used in environments where human access is frequent.
Applications
EN 12444:2000 is relevant to manufacturers, installers, and inspectors of industrial, commercial, and garage doors and gates who need to guarantee compliance with European requirements for wind load resistance. Practical uses include:
- Design and Specification: Engineers and manufacturers use the standard to design doors that meet required safety levels for wind resistance in their target environments.
- Quality Assurance: Provides a framework for consistent testing and calculation methods, facilitating reliable performance assessments.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensures doors and gates meet local and regional building codes, promoting safety in public and private facilities.
- Installation and Maintenance: Guides installation and maintenance professionals in checking compliance during initial set-up and periodic inspections.
This standard is especially valuable for industrial and commercial facilities needing robust external doors, as well as residential garages and access points exposed to significant wind loads.
Related Standards
Organizations and professionals dealing with industrial doors and gates may also consider the following standards:
- EN 13241: The core product standard for industrial, commercial, and garage doors and gates, specifying product requirements.
- EN 12604 & EN 12605: Related to mechanical and physical properties and testing for durability and safety.
- EN 12453: Focused on the safety in use of power operated doors.
- EN 16361: Specifies requirements for power-operated pedestrian doorsets.
Adherence to EN 12444:2000 and related standards supports consistent product quality, enhances safety, and streamlines market access across the European Union.
Keywords: EN 12444:2000, resistance to wind load, industrial doors, commercial doors, garage gates, wind load testing, safety standard, CEN, European standards, testing and calculation, door compliance, structural integrity.
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- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 08-Jul-2020
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12444:2000 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Industrial, commercial and garage doors and gates - Resistance to wind load - Testing and calculation". This standard covers: 1.1 General This European Standard specifies the test method and / or calculation of resistance to wind load for doors in a closed position. The doors are intended for installation in areas in the reach of people, for which the main in-tended uses are giving safe access for goods, vehicles and persons in industrial, commercial or residential premises. The doors may be manually or power operated. This document applies to all doors provided in accordance with prEN 13 241:1998. 1.2 Exclusions It does not apply to: - lock gates and dock gates; - doors on lifts; - doors on vehicles; - armoured doors; - door mainly for the retention of animals; - theatre textile curtains; - horizontally moving doors less than 2,5 m wide and 6,25 m ² area, designed principally for pedestrian use; - revolving doors of any size; - doors outside the reach of people (such as crane gantry fences); - railway barriers; - barriers used solely for vehicles.
1.1 General This European Standard specifies the test method and / or calculation of resistance to wind load for doors in a closed position. The doors are intended for installation in areas in the reach of people, for which the main in-tended uses are giving safe access for goods, vehicles and persons in industrial, commercial or residential premises. The doors may be manually or power operated. This document applies to all doors provided in accordance with prEN 13 241:1998. 1.2 Exclusions It does not apply to: - lock gates and dock gates; - doors on lifts; - doors on vehicles; - armoured doors; - door mainly for the retention of animals; - theatre textile curtains; - horizontally moving doors less than 2,5 m wide and 6,25 m ² area, designed principally for pedestrian use; - revolving doors of any size; - doors outside the reach of people (such as crane gantry fences); - railway barriers; - barriers used solely for vehicles.
EN 12444:2000 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 91.060.50 - Doors and windows. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12444:2000 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to prEN 13241, EN 12604:2017+A1:2020, EN 12433-1:1999, EN 12433-2:1999, EN ISO 7345:2018, EN 12605:2000, EN 13241-1:2003+A1:2011, EN 12424:2000, EN 13241:2003+A2:2016, EN 12604:2000, prEN 12444. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12444:2000 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 305/2011, 89/106/EEC, 98/37/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/101. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Tore - Widerstand gegen Windlast - Prüfung und BerechnungPortes équipants les locaux industriels, commerciaux et de garage - Résistance a la charge de vent - Essais et calculsIndustrial, commercial and garage doors and gates - Resistance to wind load - Testing and calculation91.090Konstrukcije zunaj stavbExternal structures91.060.50Vrata in oknaDoors and windowsICS
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Tore - Widerstand gegen Windlast - Prüfung und BerechnungPortes équipants les locaux industriels, commerciaux et de garage - Résistance a la charge de vent - Essais et calculsIndustrial, commercial and garage doors and gates - Resistance to wind load - Testing and calculation91.090Konstrukcije zunaj stavbExternal structures91.060.50Vrata in oknaDoors and w
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