A.T.Cowen & Son Ltd

Intoduction to CE Marking

CE Marking is the symbol . The letters "CE" are an abbreviation of the French phrase "Conformité Européene" which literally means "European Conformity".
Under the EU Construction Products Regulation (CPR), from 1st-July-2013 "CE Marking" will become mandatory where a Harmonised European Standard exists such as "Sealed unit manufacture, Window/Door manufacture or Supply and Installation of Windows/Doors.
This applies to all Window/Door manufacturing materials such as PVC-u, Aluminium, Timber and Steel.
"CE Marking" is not a quality standard, It is a to ensure the safety of a product or service.
From the 1st-July-2013 an installer can be deemed responsible for "CE Marking" of window/door products that they install (more information is available below which is more specific to each classification of customer).
Note:- Compliance to EN 14351-1:2006 and CE Marking is not the same as compliance with Building regulations Doc-L (Insulation Regulations) or Doc-N (Safety Regulations).

CE Marking for Window Manufacturers(Manufacturers/Installers)

Companies who manufacture and install their own frames need to have a full System of Factory Production Control in place that meets the requirements of EN14351, Clause 7.3. Failure to have this system in place could lead to prosecution from Trading Standards.
If your company needs help in obtaining EN14351 we advise that you contact CENSolutions Limited, who are the leading consultancy company for the insulating glass and fenestration industries in the UK.
In order to fully comply with EN 14351-1:2006 all companies who buy in Insulated glass units must also ensure that the insulating glass units they purchase also carry a "CE Marking". A.T.Cowen & Son can supply these documents on request or they can be downloaded from our website at A.T.Cowen & Son's CE Marking Declarations of performance.
CENSolutions Limited can be contacted by email using the following email addresses wayne.rogerson@censolutions.com and michael.gaillard@censolutions.com.

CE Marking for Installers (Where frames & sealed units are bought seperately)

A company which purchases it's frames/sealed units from 2 separate sources will need to prepare some simple documentation in order to comply with EN 14351-1:2006.
To achieve EN 14351-1:2006 the company needs to produce a "Factory Production Control (FPC)" Manual and claim compliance under "Self Certification".
This manual is very easy to produce and will include documenting the procedures that are currently being followed. With the help of CENSolutions Limited, A.T.Cowen & Son have produced an "Example/Template FPC Manual" to help customers produce their own. Alternatively we can ask you for specific information and then produce the document for you.
As your Sealed Unit Supplier we would also provide you with "CE Marking Declaration of Performances" for the sealed unit combinations that you purchase and you would need similar from your frame supplier.
These documents then need to be printed, filed and made available for inspection.
Once a company is compliant with EN 14351 it will be able to produce a "CE" Marked document.

Installers EN 14351 "Flow Diagram" (Where frames & sealed units are bought seperately)

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Installers EN 14351 Flow Diagram

This simple document will assist you in ensuring you follow the correct procedure to compliance.

Example / Template "Factory production Control" Manual

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Example/Template FPC Manual

This is an example of what a company should write in their "Factory Production Control" (FPC) manual to ensure compliance with EN 14351. Everything that is printed in Red is example information and can be changed to be specific to your company (Ie. Company details, Staff titles and procedures).
We are more than happy to assist you in the completion of this document. Once it is complete you will be compliant with EN 14351 and will be able to produce a "CE" Marked document.
Having this document will allow you the flexibility of buying frames from one supplier and sealed units from another.

Supporting Documents (Click to download)

Example "Declaration of Performance" for Installers

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Example "Declaration of
Performance" for Installers

Once you have received a "Declaration of Performance and CE Certificate" from your frame and unit supplier, you will be able to produce your own "Declaration of Performance". We are more than happy to assist you in the completion of this document.

Example "CE Certificates" for Installers

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Example CE Certificates
for installers

Once you have received a "Declaration of Performance and CE Certificate" from your frame and unit supplier, you will be able to produce your own "CE Certificates". We are more than happy to assist you in the completion of this document.

A.T.Cowen & Son's CE Marking Declarations of performance

A.T.Cowen & Son Ltd. is fully compliant in the following products:

Single Toughened Glass- A.T.Cowen & Son Ltd. are compliant with EN 12150 on the basis of Type Testing to EN12150 and EN12600, together with an EN12150 compliant Factory Production Control system.

Declaration of Performance Single Toughened Glass

4 to 10mm Clear Toughened

Soft Coat Toughened

Hard Coat Toughened

4 & 6mm Obscure Toughened

Insulating Glass Units (Double & Triple Glazed) - Twinseal are compliant with EN1279/5 on the basis of Type Testing to EN1279 parts 2 & 3 (Argon) together with Part-6 compliant Factory Production Control system.

Declaration of Performance Insulating Glass Units

Characteristic Worst Case

4mm Clr-6-4mm Clr

4mmClr-16 Air-4mm
Soft Coat

4mmClr-20 Air-4mm
Soft Coat

4mm Clr-16 or 20 Arg-4mm Soft Coat

Single Glazed (Non Toughened) Products - All products that A.T Cowen & Son Limited purchase in stock form from manufacturers (such as Laminated glass or Mirrors) are covered under CE Marking Declaration of Performances from the manufacturer.

Guardian
6mm Laminated

Guardian
8mm Laminated

Guardian
10mm Laminated

Guardian
ClimaGuard A+

Guardian
Float

Guardian
Satindeco

Guardian
SunGuard SN 4023 HT

Guardian
SunGuard SN 7037 HT

Pilkington
4mm Clear Annealed

Pilkington
4mm Optimirror (OW) Annealed

Pilkington
4mm Optimirror Plus Annealed

Pilkington
4mm Optiwhite

Pilkington
6mm Laminated

Pilkington
Optifloat Grey(4mm Annealed)

Pilkington
Optifloat Grey (6mm Annealed)

Pilkington
Pilkington K

Pilkington
Pyroshield 2 Safety Clear (6mm)

Pilkington
Pyroshield 2 Textured (7mm)

Pilkington
Texture (4mm Autumn)

Saint-Gobain
6.4mm Planitherm Total+ Laminated

Saint-Gobain
Bioclean + Cool-lite ST

Saint-Gobain
Bioclean

Saint-Gobain
Planilux

Saint-Gobain
Planitherm 4S

Saint-Gobain
Planitherm ONE II

Saint-Gobain
Planitherm Total+

AGC Glass
Pyrosec 7

Questions & Answers

Is "CE Marking" required for all products and services?
No, it only applies to some products/services.

What if I change frame or sealed unit manufacturer in the future?
You will need to obtain a "Declaration of Performance" (DOP) to the correct specification from your new frame/sealed unit supplier.

What if my frame supplier can't offer me a "Declaration of Performance" (DOP)?
This could mean that they have not complied with the requirements of EN 14351 and therefore you would not be able to meet your obligations. This could lead to either one or both of you facing prosecution from Trading Standards.

Will these changes help the industry?
These changes will make it almost impossible for non complying companies to continue trading and will give the more responsible companies a better chance of a level playing field. Hopefully the back street windows/insulated glass unit manufacturers will cease to exist.

Once I comply with "CE Marking" do I need to physically mark my products ?
No, but you do need to have the documentation CE Marking Declaration of Performances and other information available upon request.

What should I do next?

Depending on which company category you fall into, you need to ensure that you are fully compliant in all relevant areas. If you are an Installer who buys frames and sealed units separately and you are unsure of the process, you are welcome to contact Billy Cowen by email:
billy@atcglass.co.uk
or telephone (01347) 811 773 and he will discuss the process with you and offer you assistance in complying.

CE Marking Document Pack

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CE Document Pack

Full CE Document Pack (38 pages)

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