HES 9600 Certifications
The HES 9600 holds 8 major certifications: ANSI/BHMA A156.31 Grade 1, ANSI/SDI A250.13 windstorm, ASTM E330, Florida Building Code FL# 14307, UL 294, UL 305, UL 1034, and RoHS compliance. These certifications qualify the HES 9600 for hurricane zone applications, high-security installations, and access control system integration per UL standards.
What certifications does the HES 9600 hold?
The HES 9600 is certified to ANSI/BHMA A156.31 Grade 1, UL 294, UL 1034, and Florida Building Code (FL# 14307). These certifications verify the strike meets security, safety, and windstorm resistance standards required for commercial and high-wind zone installations.
| Certification | Standard | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| ANSI/BHMA A156.31 | Grade 1 | Highest electric strike performance grade |
| ANSI/SDI A250.13 | Windstorm | Steel door windstorm resistance |
| ASTM E330 | Wind Load | Structural wind pressure testing |
| Florida Building Code | FL# 14307 | Hurricane zone approval |
| UL 294 | Access Control | Access control system components |
| UL 305 | Panic Hardware | Panic hardware compatibility |
| UL 1034 | Burglary-Resistant | Attack resistance (indoor/outdoor) |
| RoHS | Compliant | Lead-free/environmentally safe |
What is ANSI/BHMA A156.31 Grade 1?
ANSI/BHMA A156.31 Grade 1 is the highest performance grade for electric strikes, requiring 1,500 lbs static strength and 70 ft-lbs dynamic resistance. The HES 9600 exceeds these requirements with 2,000 lbs static strength (133% of requirement) and 120 ft-lbs dynamic resistance (171% of requirement).
| Test | Grade 1 Requirement | HES 9600 Performance | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Static Strength | 1,500 lbs minimum | 2,000 lbs | +33% |
| Dynamic Resistance | 70 ft-lbs minimum | 120 ft-lbs | +71% |
| Endurance | 250,000 cycles | 1,000,000+ cycles | +300% |
Grade 1 certification ensures the strike can withstand sustained attack attempts and high-traffic operation. Specify Grade 1 for all commercial, institutional, and high-security applications where reliable access control is critical.
What is ANSI/SDI A250.13 windstorm certification?
ANSI/SDI A250.13 certifies the HES 9600 for use in windstorm-rated steel door assemblies. This standard tests the strike's ability to maintain structural integrity under cyclic wind pressure loading simulating hurricane conditions. The certification requires fail-secure mode operation.
ANSI/SDI A250.13 Requirements
- Positive pressure: Strike must resist specified PSF without failure
- Negative pressure: Strike must resist outward forces during wind reversal
- Cyclic loading: 9,000 cycles of alternating pressure
- Debris impact: Large and small missile impact resistance
- Fail-secure mode: Required for windstorm compliance
Converting the HES 9600 to fail-safe operation removes the windstorm rating. For hurricane zone compliance, the strike must remain in fail-secure mode where power is required to unlock.
What is Florida Building Code FL# 14307?
Florida Building Code approval FL# 14307 authorizes the HES 9600 for hurricane-rated openings in Florida's High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ). This approval confirms the strike has passed TAS 201, TAS 202, and TAS 203 testing protocols administered by the Florida Product Approval system.
| Florida Test Protocol | Description |
|---|---|
| TAS 201 | Large missile impact test (9 lb. 2×4 at 50 fps) |
| TAS 202 | Cyclic pressure differential test (9,000 cycles) |
| TAS 203 | Structural load test (uniform pressure to failure) |
Learn more about HES 9600 in hurricane zones →
What is UL 294?
UL 294 certification verifies the HES 9600 meets safety and performance requirements for access control system components. This listing confirms the strike is suitable for integration with card readers, keypads, and other access control devices while maintaining safe electrical operation.
UL 294 Covers
- Electrical safety under normal and abnormal conditions
- Surge and transient protection
- Temperature rise limits during continuous operation
- Compatibility with low-voltage access control systems
What is UL 1034?
UL 1034 certifies the HES 9600 as burglary-resistant for both indoor and outdoor applications. This listing involves physical attack testing including prying, drilling, and impact resistance. The outdoor rating confirms suitability for exterior doors exposed to weather.
| UL 1034 Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Attack Resistance | Withstand prying, drilling, and impact attempts |
| Indoor Rating | Suitable for interior security applications |
| Outdoor Rating | Suitable for weather-exposed exterior doors |
| Temperature Cycling | Operate through thermal extremes |
What is UL 305?
UL 305 certification confirms the HES 9600 is compatible with panic hardware (exit devices) for egress applications. This listing ensures the electric strike does not impede emergency exit when the panic bar is activated, regardless of the strike's powered state in fail-safe configurations.
What does RoHS compliance mean?
RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) compliance certifies the HES 9600 is manufactured without lead, mercury, cadmium, and other restricted materials. This environmental certification is required for products sold in the European Union and is increasingly specified for green building projects worldwide.
Certification Summary by Application
Different applications require different certification combinations. Use this reference to verify the HES 9600 meets project requirements:
| Application | Required Certifications | HES 9600 Compliance |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Interior | ANSI Grade 1, UL 294 | ✓ Compliant |
| Commercial Exterior | ANSI Grade 1, UL 1034 | ✓ Compliant |
| Florida Hurricane Zone | FL# approval, fail-secure | ✓ FL# 14307 |
| Coastal High-Wind | ANSI/SDI A250.13, ASTM E330 | ✓ Compliant |
| Panic Hardware Exit | UL 305 | ✓ Compliant |
| Access Control System | UL 294 | ✓ Compliant |
| Fire-Rated Assembly | Fire rating required | ✗ Use HES 9500 |
When specifying the HES 9600, use this certification language: "Electric strike shall be ANSI/BHMA A156.31 Grade 1 certified, UL 294 and UL 1034 listed, and ANSI/SDI A250.13 windstorm rated. Product shall be Florida Building Code approved (FL# 14307) for High-Velocity Hurricane Zone applications."
Download official HES documentation confirming certifications: