Smoke Leakage Testing
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+44 (0)808 234 1667Warringtonfire’s accredited smoke leakage testing services help you demonstrate the smoke control performance of doorsets and shutter assemblies.
Whether you need accredited test evidence for certification, smoke classification or to support UKCA, CE and CE+UKNI marking requirements, our technical experts can help you develop an efficient testing strategy, generate robust fire and smoke performance evidence, and support your route through to assessment and classification.
What is Smoke Leakage Testing at Warringtonfire?
Smoke leakage testing measures the leakage of cold air and hot gases through doorsets and shutter assemblies, representing the passage of smoke during a fire. Smoke control performance is often a key consideration within a building's overall fire strategy and can influence how fire compartmentation is designed.
At Warringtonfire, we provide smoke leakage testing to evaluate smoke control performance at ambient temperatures and elevated temperatures to 200°C. We help you generate the necessary evidence to benchmark standards for the purpose of meeting relevant product and building regulations.
What Can Warringtonfire Offer You for Smoke Leakage Testing?
- Doorsets
- Shutter assemblies
Test Standards
- EN 1634-3 – Ambient and elevated temperature smoke leakage testing (200°C)
- BS 476-31.1 – Ambient smoke leakage testing
Classification Standard
- EN 13501-2 – Fire classification using data from fire resistance and/or smoke control tests
Testing is conducted using high-quality 3m x 3m smoke leakage test rigs equipped with specialised smoke leakage chambers, controlled pressure systems, flow meters and digital monitoring equipment to accurately measure leakage rates and pressure differentials. The system can evaluate smoke leakage performance under both positive and negative pressure conditions in accordance with the applicable test standard.
Evidence for EN 13501-2 Classification
Warringtonfire provides testing to support smoke control performance requirements and generates the evidence needed to achieve Sa3, Sa4, S200 and S200L classifications in accordance with EN 13501-2. Smoke control S is the ability of the element to reduce below a certain value the passage of gases or smoke from one side of the element to the other. Testing can be carried out as a standalone programme or also integrated with fire resistance testing for doorsets.
Expert Programme Development
Many manufacturers begin testing without fully defining their objectives. This can result in additional testing, delays and evidence that does not support the designs ultimately brought to market.
Warringtonfire’s experts help you optimise your test programmes by ‘reverse engineering’ the appropriate configuration of test specimens, using applicable DIAP/EXAP rules, aligning testing objectives and required product variations to your commercial and compliance goals.
Solutions include:
- Smoke leakage testing to evaluate smoke control performance
- Integrated fire and smoke testing for doorsets
- Reverse engineered test programmes
- Technical assessments, including FoAs, DIAPs and EXAPs
- Formal classification to EN 13501-2
- Voluntary third-party certification and compliance with construction product regulations.
Warringtonfire offers smoke leakage testing and fire resistance testing in one build.
Many manufacturers require both fire resistance and smoke control performance evidence. Managing separate testing programmes can increase cost, duplicate specimen builds and add complexity to certification activities.
At Warringtonfire, we provide integrated one-build fire resistance and smoke leakage testing programmes for doorsets, helping you generate a more coherent evidence package.
By considering fire and smoke performance together from the outset, you reduce duplication, simplify project management and minimise the risk of evidence gaps appearing later in the approval process.
The benefits of a one-build programme include:
- one contract
- one project manager
- one site
- one sample.
Our UKAS-accredited Birchwood laboratory undertakes ambient temperature smoke leakage testing, while our BELAC-accredited Gent laboratory can also undertake testing at elevated as well as ambient temperatures.
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Collating Certification Evidence
Warringtonfire provides accredited smoke leakage test evidence to support UKCA, CE+UKNI and CE marking requirements, third-party certification and smoke classifications.
Managing Separate Test Programmes
Coordinating multiple tests across different locations can increase time and cost. Our laboratories offer integrated fire resistance and smoke control testing within the same accredited facility, with one build, and under one contract.
Anticipating Future Product Variants
Testing programmes can be designed with anticipated product sizes, hardware options and configurations in mind, helping you build a stronger foundation to meet future market requirements and specifications.
Planning for Future Classification Requirements
Prepare for EN-based classification with coordinated fire and smoke testing programmes, expert technical guidance, and the evidence needed for Sa3, Sa4, S200 and S200L classifications.
Why Choose Warringtonfire?
Integrated Fire and Smoke Testing
Reduce duplication, costs and complexity through coordinated doorset testing in one facility.
Accredited Laboratories
Independent testing delivered by UKAS- and BELAC-accredited laboratories.
Expert Programme Design
Reverse engineered test programmes to ensure testing aligns with your certification and commercial objectives.
Beyond Testing
Technical assessments, Field of Application reports, DIAP/EXAP reports and classification expertise from one provider.
FAQs
Why might I need smoke leakage testing?
Smoke leakage testing helps demonstrate smoke control performance and may be required to support certification, classification and regulatory requirements.
What products can be tested?
Testing is available for doorsets and shutter assemblies.
Can smoke leakage testing be combined with fire resistance testing?
Yes. Warringtonfire can support integrated fire resistance and smoke leakage testing programmes for doorsets. Please contact us to discuss the most appropriate laboratory for your requirements.
How do you reverse engineer test programmes?
Test programmes for the purpose of EN classification are designed by using the applicable DIAP and EXAP rules to determine the configuration of test specimen(s) to meet the manufacturer’s stated product design and performance objectives.
Can you support classification and extensions to scope after testing?
Yes. In addition to smoke leakage testing, we can provide technical assessments, Field of Application reports and classification support to help extend the value of your test evidence.
Our Services
Fire Resistance Testing
CE Marking
UKCA Marking for Construction Products
Fire Certification
European Technical Assessments
