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Various documents, including BS 8214,
stress the importance of specifying the appropriate
classification of doors to ensure longterm performance under
anticipated uses. At the time of publication of this
document these classifications are best derived from tests
described in BS DD 171 : 1987, ‘Guide to specifying
performance requirements for hinged or pivoted doors
(including test methods)’, although equivalent
European standards are now available.
The following classifications apply:
The contents of
this guide represents Leaderflush Shapland's interpretation
and opinions of the documents discussed. No responsibility
or liability can be accepted for any loss or damage arising
from any error or omission contained in this guide.
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