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6. Wind load
When installing/dimensioning air-termination systems, the wind load or wind power according to
Eurocode must be observed. The relevant product is dimensioned for the maximum bending stress
and the relevant tilting moment.
The determination of the wind power depends on locational and environmental parameters.
In addition to the base speed and terrain category, the height of the location and object are also
important. The combination of the different factors results in the gust wind speed which must be
used as a basis for dimensioning and installing air-termination systems.
Consequently, the determination of the gust wind speed depends on the relevant object.
More detailed information on this topic can be found in the relevant product catalogue.
Note:
Wind load calculations based on Eurocode differ due to country-specific definitions. The values given
in Table 2 were determined based on the national Annexes for Germany. Country-specific differences
must be observed.
