Element Urges PAS 24 Compliance to Address New Attack Methods

Updates have been made to the PAS 24 enhanced security standard for windows and doors. Element Materials Technology is encouraging manufacturers to prepare for these changes sooner rather than later.

PAS 24:2022+A1:2024 details methods to evaluate the security performance of doorsets and windows.

This includes testing for updated attack methods to simulate typical burglary techniques.

Adherence to PAS 24 is often necessary for obtaining insurance cover and may assist with Building Control compliance for both residential and commercial properties. 

The updates to the standard require lock cylinders to pass a new test that simulates modern attack methods, which is beneficial to the property owner.

The change also follows on from recently released Office for National Statistics metrics, which show that for the year ending December 2024 there were an estimated 422,000 domestic burglary offences across England and Wales. 

The attack methods often used by burglars target the cylinder functionality, specifically aiming to disable the security mechanism.

Manufacturers must now demonstrate that their products can withstand the latest attack methods to maintain compliance with the PAS 24:2022+A1:2024 standard.

Andrew Sumner, Certification Schemes Manager at Element Materials Technology, said:

“As opportunistic individuals continually devise new methods to breach doors and windows, it's crucial that our certification and testing processes evolve accordingly.

“These updated requirements will ensure that windows and doorsets are able to meet the latest test methods, helping to safeguard the property owner against break-ins.”

There will be a transitional period for the new requirements, during which the previous version will remain in effect until January 2027.

After this date, all doorsets seeking PAS 24 certification must pass the newly developed cylinder test.

Alternatively, cylinders can comply with the latest requirements of TS 007-1:2024 standard or alternative compliance such as being Sold Secure Diamond rated (SS312:2024).

It should be highlighted that there are other options available to meet the enhanced security requirements, such as additional cylinder protection.

Element is encouraging manufacturers to update their products and processes to align with the updated standard before the deadline. Element Materials Technology has state of the art facilities that are equipped and able to test to the requirements of the recently updated standards.

Element offers full PAS 24 testing alongside a host of other cylinder, lock and hardware testing services at its laboratory in Wednesbury.

For more information, please visit: https://www.element.com/construction/building-products/doors-and-windows-testing/physical-security-testing

To enquire about testing services at Element, please visit: https://www.element.com/locations/europe/wednesbury

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