Technical Information
Windows and Doors
BS7413
The majority or Rehau S706 profiles are accredited to the above standard. This standard requires the testing of the profiles themselves for performance and surface quality. The current Rehau S706 Profile print lists all profiles that confirm to the above standard.
BBA
Rehau holds a model certificate for the BBA testing Rehau S706. Currently this applies to all profiles white and foiled.
Fabricator Accreditation
Rehau S706 has been tested in accordance with BS7412 (performance of finished windows), BS7950 (windows security test) PAS23/24 (door security).
Window locking mechanisms are Maco espag locking.
Door locking mechanisms are Rhino Two hook with night latch facility.
Roofs
Built to last
All Prior Conservatories roofs are approved by the Government sponsored test agency, the British board of Agrement (BBA) to last at least 25 years. Imagine what weather imposes on your roof. Over an average of 25 years it could include:
- 15,300mm of rainfall
- 450 days with snow falling
- 67 days of hail the size of peas
- 9,125 days with temperatures on the range of: - -15’C in winter to +35’C in summer
- 300 Visits by window cleaners, House painters and aerial riggers
So you can see why it needs to be tough.
Statutory Obligations
All Prior Conservatories roofs are designed in accordance with all relevant British Standards and Codes of Practice.
- BS5516 Parts 1 & 2: 2004-Sloping glazing for buildings
- BS8118 Part 2: 1997– wind loads
- BS6399 Part 3: 1998– snow loads
- BS8118 Part 3: 1991– Structural use of aluminium – design
- Bs8118 Part 1: 1991– Structural use of aluminium – materials and workmanship
Our roofs were the first in the industry to be approved by the BBA.
So, all the industry ‘firsts’ are ours – we created industry standards when there were none and that passion for excellence continues today through our extensive and market leading product range.
Comfortable and Controllable Environment
The position of the conservatory in relation to its surroundings is a key factors in the creation of a comfortable conservatory interior whatever the weather.
Good installation and heating will required if the conservatory faces North, whilst additional ventilation and shading (e.g. shaded polycarbonate) for South facing conservatories is essential.
We do this to ensure that weather its rain or shine outdoors, your conservatory has a comfortable interior temperature for you to enjoy all year round.
The patented ridge and eaves beam gives all year round ventilation minimising the possibility of condensation forming. It has also been designed to provide the ultimate in security.
Safety and Security
When double glazed glass units are used in the roof, they are required to meet full safety glazing material to BS6206. Polycarbonate glazing material is specified, this is strong and shatterproof. Conservatory roofs can aid escape from windows above in the event of a fire.Prior Conservatories roof system incorporate specially designed glazing bar features to prevent thieves removing the glazing material to gain access.
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