Our acrylic fabric has successfully passed the EN-13561 certification

🔍 1. Certification Scope & Authority

• EN 13561 is a European harmonized standard for outdoor blinds, awnings, and shutters, covering safety, mechanical performance, durability, and weather resistance 

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• Maintained by CEN (European Committee for Standardization), it is recognized across all EU member states and non-EU countries like Switzerland, Norway, and Iceland 

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⚙️ 2. Key Performance Validations for Your Acrylic Fabric

a) Mechanical Durability

• Tensile Strength: Certified fabrics must withstand:

• Warp direction: ≥100 daN (≈1,000 N)

• Weft direction: ≥60 daN (≈600 N) 

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• After accelerated weathering (1,000 hours UV/rain exposure per EN ISO 105-B04), tensile strength loss must not exceed 20% 

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b) Weather Resistance

• Dimensional Stability: Post-weathering, fabric deformation limits are:

• Warp: [-3%, +1%]

• Weft: [-1%, +1%] 

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• Water Resistance: Post-immersion in demineralized water (24 hours), waterproof performance decline must be ≤15% (tested via EN 20811 Schopper method) 

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c) Safety & Functionality

• Structural Integrity: Validated against wind loads (e.g., stability under high winds) and safety mechanisms (e.g., anti-pinch design) 

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• Colorfastness: Minimum Grade 4 on the grey scale (EN 20105-A02) after UV exposure 

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🌍 3. Commercial & Regulatory Advantages

• Market Access: Compliance enables CE marking, mandatory for sales in the EU/EEA and highly valued globally 

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• Competitive Edge: Certifies 5+ years of outdoor reliability (color retention, mildew/mold resistance, UV stability) 

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  , aligning with premium outdoor product warranties.

📝 4. Documentation & Compliance Maintenance

• Technical File: Includes test reports (mechanical, weather, safety), production records, and conformity declarations 

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• Continuous Compliance: Requires annual audits and batch testing to ensure ongoing adherence 

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💎 Conclusion

Passing EN 13561 certifies your acrylic fabric as a high-performance, safety-compliant solution for demanding outdoor applications (awnings, pergolas, etc.). This not only validates product durability but also unlocks European and global markets through CE marking. For sustained competitiveness, prioritize:

• Transparently promoting certification in marketing (e.g., highlighting UV/weather resistance ≥5 years) 

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• Maintaining rigorous production controls to ensure batch-to-batch compliance 

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