PRODUCT CERTIFICATION
CENSolutions: Driving Compliance, Confidence, and Competitive Edge in the Fenestration Sector
CENSolutions is recognised as the UK’s market leaders in providing product certification and testing services within the Window, Door, and Glass industry. With over two decades of experience, we have become the trusted compliance partner for manufacturers seeking to meet—and exceed—industry standards across performance, safety, and security.
Through our strategic partnerships with E.R. Certification Ltd (a UKAS-accredited certification body) and E.R.C. Testing Ltd, we deliver a comprehensive pathway to Secured by Design (SBD) accreditation. This prestigious police-backed initiative sets enhanced security benchmarks for building products, helping manufacturers demonstrate that their windows and doors are designed to resist forced entry and contribute to safer built environments.
Our support includes:
PAS 24:2022 Testing & Certification
We facilitate rigorous testing protocols for enhanced security performance, ensuring products meet the latest PAS 24 requirements—essential for compliance with Approved Document Q and eligibility for SBD.
Factory Production Control (FPC) Documentation
We assist clients in developing robust FPC manuals aligned with BS EN 14351-1 and PAS 24:2022, forming the backbone of third-party certification and audit readiness.
CMS Quality Mark Schemes
Our proprietary Compliance Management System (CMS) schemes offer recognised quality assurance for sealed glass units (BS EN 1279), windows, and doors (BS 6375, PAS 24), endorsed by bodies such as NHBC and NIHE. By enabling self-certification capabilities and reducing reliance on system suppliers, we empower manufacturers to respond swiftly to market demands, introduce new hardware configurations, and maintain compliance agility.
Strategic Advantage in Tendering
Secured by Design accreditation is increasingly sought after in both public and private sector contracts. Our clients leverage this certification to differentiate themselves, win more business, and reinforce their commitment to safety and innovation.
CERTIFICATION SCHEMES
CENSolutions CMS Quality Mark: Recognised Assurance Across the Fenestration Sector
CENSolutions’ Compliance Management System (CMS Mark) Quality Approval schemes are designed to provide manufacturers with a robust, independently verified framework for demonstrating product compliance, performance, and consistency. These schemes are not only aligned with key British and European standards but are also recognised by influential industry bodies, enhancing their value in both regulatory and commercial contexts.
Recognised by Leading Specifiers and Authorities
National House Building Council (NHBC)
Since 2006, the CMS Quality Mark for Insulated Sealed Glass Units (BS EN 1279) has been formally recognised by the NHBC, the UK’s leading warranty and insurance provider for new homes. This endorsement affirms the scheme’s credibility and its alignment with the NHBC’s rigorous quality expectations for glazing products used in residential construction.
Windows & Doors Scheme – EN 14351 / BS 6375 / PAS 24:2022
In 2014, CENSolutions launched its CMS Quality Mark for Windows and Doors, covering essential standards for performance (BS 6375), product conformity (EN 14351), and enhanced security (PAS 24:2022). This scheme was developed in response to evolving market demands and regulatory requirements, including Approved Document Q, and has since become a trusted route to Secured by Design accreditation.
NIHE and LHC Approval
The CMS Mark schemes meet the compliance expectations of other key specifiers such as the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE) and the Local Authority Housing Consortium (LHC). This broad recognition enables manufacturers to confidently tender for public sector contracts and housing projects, knowing their certification aligns with procurement standards.
Strategic Benefits for Manufacturers
Third-Party Validation
Independent certification through CENSolutions enhances product credibility and supports audit readiness, particularly for clients pursuing UKCA marking or SBD accreditation.
Market Differentiation
The CMS Mark is a visible symbol of quality and compliance, helping manufacturers stand out in competitive tenders and specification documents.
Continual Improvement
The schemes are supported by ongoing assessments, technical guidance, and documentation reviews—ensuring clients stay ahead of regulatory changes and maintain consistent product quality.
PRODUCT TESTING
Comprehensive Product Testing Services: Supporting Compliance Across the Fenestration Sector
At CENSolutions, we offer a full suite of product testing services tailored to the unique demands of the Window, Door, and Glass industry. Working in strategic partnership with E.R. Certification Ltd and E.R.C. Testing Ltd, we facilitate testing to a wide range of British and European standards—ensuring your products meet performance, safety, and regulatory benchmarks required for certification, market access, and tender eligibility.
Standards We Support
| Standard | Scope |
|---|---|
| BS EN 1279 | Insulated Sealed Glass Units – covers durability, moisture penetration, gas retention, and long-term performance. |
| BS EN 12150 | Toughened Safety Glass – ensures glass meets fragmentation and mechanical strength criteria for safe use. |
| BS EN 14179 | Heat Soaked Toughened Safety Glass – identifies and eliminates nickel sulphide inclusions to reduce spontaneous breakage. |
| BS EN 14449 | Laminated Safety Glass – verifies adhesion, impact resistance, and post-breakage behaviour for safety-critical applications. |
| BS EN 14351 | Windows & External Pedestrian Doorsets – assesses conformity for CE/UKCA marking, including thermal, acoustic, and structural performance. |
| PAS 24:2022 | Enhanced Security for Windows & Doors – tests resistance to forced entry, essential for Secured by Design and Approved Document Q compliance. |
| BS 6375 (Parts 1–3) | Weather Performance – evaluates air permeability, water tightness, and wind resistance under simulated environmental conditions. |
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