The elevator is the most widely used mode of transportation in France, with 100 million daily trips and 637,000 units, 60% of which are in residential buildings. Subject to strict regulations, elevator doors play a key role in safety. Our doors comply with EN 81-20/50 standards, ensuring reliability, compliance, and accessibility.
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The EN 81-20 and EN 81-50 standards are currently in effect. They define the standard safety requirements for the construction and installation of elevators.
EN 81 includes specific rules for elevator doors. For example, EN 81-20, which concerns elevators and freight elevators, states that landing and car doors must be equipped with devices to keep the panels securely closed in the event of a stop between floors. Additionally, they must have sufficient mechanical resistance to withstand potential impacts.
EN 81-70 addresses elevator accessibility by defining requirements for dimensions, controls, and accessories to facilitate access for people with disabilities.
EN 81-71 sets additional requirements for elevators exposed to the risk of vandalism. It defines two levels of resistance depending on the required protection level, and ensures specific measures to protect elevators against vandalism.
The choice between category 1 or 2 depends on several factors, such as usage frequency, environment, elevator visibility, building security, and user behavior. These criteria determine the necessary resistance level to meet optimal safety requirements.
Fire-resistant doors comply with the EN 81-58 standard, classification E. This standard requires elevator manufacturers to ensure that doors are flame-tight, preventing the spread of fire through the elevator shaft and into the rest of the building.
Fire-rated doors, on the other hand, meet EN 81-58 standard classification EI. They offer added protection by not only blocking flame propagation but also providing thermal insulation that keeps the cabin side at a temperature of ambient + 180°C maximum. This thermal insulation acts as a barrier, slowing down temperature rise and ensuring increased safety for users.
Regarding EN 81-71 and EN 81-58 EI standards, some of our models are specifically designed to meet these requirements.
Directive 2014/33/EU concerns elevators and their safety components. It applies to elevators serving buildings and intended for the transport of people and goods, excluding certain types such as funiculars or low-speed elevators.
The key points of the Directive include the requirement for elevators and their components to bear the CE marking, certifying their compliance with European safety standards. Manufacturers must carry out a conformity assessment and provide technical documentation.
By choosing our products, you are opting for elevator doors that comply with the strictest standards, thus ensuring safety and comfort for all users.
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