BS EN 12488:2016 defines principles of glazing as well as recommendations on the selection of
components, e.g. frame sections, beads, drainage holes, etc., for fitting glazing into frames of any
material.This European Standard applies to all basic types of edge supported vertical and sloping glazing
systems, in all types of fixed or opening frames used in buildings.This European standard specifies also the functions, requirements and installation of glazing blocks
within a frame during its manufacturing, transportation, installation and operational life. The standard
applies to glazing blocks used for all types of flat or curved glass, as well as to derived processed types
of glass.For certain glass products, e.g. fire resistant glazing, security glass, other or additional requirements,
rules or recommendations may apply.The standard is applicable to European climate conditions.This European Standard does not apply to the following:glass blocks and glass pavers (EN 1051-1);channel-shaped glass (EN 572-7);structural sealant glazing (see EN 13022-1 and EN 13022-2 and ETAG 002);adhesively bonded glazing in window;point fixed glazing;greenhouses (see EN 13031-1).As this standard gives basic assembly principles only, national requirements, rules or recommendations
may also apply.Cross References:EN 1279-1EN 12365-1EN 13241-1EN 13830EN 14351-1prEN 14351-2EN 16034EN 15651-2EN ISO 868ISO 868EN 572EN 1036EN 1051EN 1096EN 1748-1EN 1748-2EN 1863EN 12150EN 12337EN ISO 12543EN 13022-1:2014EN 13022-2:2014EN 13024EN 13031-1:2001EN 14178EN 14179EN 14321EN 14449prEN 16612ETAG 002EN 12519All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document.