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EN 12600 specifies the pendulum impact test method for evaluating single-layer flat glass used in buildings.
EN 12600 aims to classify flat glass products into three main categories according to their impact performance and fracture characteristics.
EN 12600 does not specify application requirements or durability requirements.
Clause 8, Fragmentation test based on EN 12150-1:2015+A1:2019 : Glass in building — Thermally toughened soda lime silicate safety glass part 1; Definition and description
EN 12150-1 specifies the tolerances, flatness, edge processing, chipping, and physical and mechanical properties of monolithic flat thermally toughened soda-lime silicate safety glass for architectural applications.
ASTM F2813 specifies the performance requirements for glass used on unenclosed horizontal surfaces of desks and tables with a height below 44 inches (1118 mm).
AS/NZS 2208/Amdt 1/1999-08-05 Safety glazing materials in buildings
AS/NZS 2208 specifies the functional characteristics of various safety glazing materials, including tempered glass, laminated glass, wired glass, glass with organic coatings, and plastics.
EN 15338 specifies the test methods and requirements for evaluating the strength and durability of all types of extension components and their assemblies.It applies to extension components used in all application areas, excluding table extensions.
QB/T 2454:2013 Hardware for Furniture-Guide Rails
QB/T 2454 applies to drawer slides.Other types of slides and sliding components may also be implemented by reference.
Slide test refer to ANSI/BIFMA X5.9 - 2012 Storage Unit - Tests
ANSI/BIFMA X5.9 applies to slides intended to be installed on desks and tables.
ANSI/BHMA A156.9-2020 American National Standard for Cabinet Hardware
ANSI/BHMA A156.9 specifies requirements for cabinet hardware, including hinges, knobs, handles, latches, shelves, standard components and brackets, drawer slides, rotating shelves, and rails with sliding panel guides.
ANSI/BHMA A156.9 includes performance requirements covering operation, cycling, strength, and surface finish criteria.
Slide test Refer to BS 4875-7: 2006 Furniture - Strength and stability of furniture - Part 7: Methods for determination of strength and durability of storage furniture (Test method: ISO 7170)
BS 4875-7 specifies performance requirements for the structural strength and durability of household and contract storage furniture.
Slide Test (Refer to ANSI/KCMA A161.1-2017)
Cabinet products that undergo comprehensive testing may achieve KCMA A161.1 quality certification, demonstrating compliance with relevant performance requirements.
Slide Durability Test (On Request)
Slide rail durability testing is available upon request.The maximum testable load capacity of the guide rail is 50 kg. If the load exceeds this limit, please confirm before requesting a quotation.
BS EN 15570 specifies the test methods and requirements for evaluating the strength and durability of all types of hinges and their components rotating around a vertical axis.It applies to hinges used in all application areas.
BS EN 15828 specifies the test methods and requirements for evaluating the strength and durability of hinges, stays, and related components rotating around a horizontal axis.It applies to hinges, stays, and systems used in all application areas.
QB/T 2189:2013 Hardware for furniture - Cup hinges
QB/T 2189 applies to cup-type concealed hinges used for furniture.Other types of hinges may also be implemented by reference.
Door Hinge Durability Test (Based on ANSI/BIFMA X5.5:2021)
ANSI/BIFMA X5.5 covers traditional desks and tables, which may include drawers or other storage components.The standard also covers benches, height-adjustable tables, slanted-top tables, keyboard trays, and monitor arms.
Door Hinge Durability Test (ANSI/KCMA A161.1:2017)
Cabinet products that undergo comprehensive testing may achieve KCMA A161.1 quality certification, demonstrating compliance with relevant performance requirements.
ANSI/BHMA A156.9-2020 AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR CABINET HARDWARE
ANSI/BHMA A156.9-2020 AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR CABINET HARDWARE
ANSI/BHMA A156.9 specifies requirements for cabinet hardware, including hinges, knobs, handles, latches, shelves, standard components and brackets, drawer slides, rotating shelves, and rails with sliding panel guides.
ANSI/BHMA A156.9 includes performance requirements covering operation, cycling, strength, and surface finish criteria.
Hinge test Refer to BS 4875-7: 2006 Furniture - Strength and stability of furniture - Part 7: Methods for determination of strength and durability of storage furniture (Test method: ISO 7170)
BS 4875-7 specifies the performance requirements for the structural strength and durability of household and contract storage furniture.
Hinge durability test (on request)
Caster Test (Based on ANSI/BIFMA X5.5 - 2021)
ANSI/BIFMA X5.5 covers traditional desks and tables, which may include drawers or other storage components.The standard also covers benches, height-adjustable tables, slanted-top tables, keyboard trays, and monitor arms.
Caster Test (ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 - 2017)
ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 applies to standard office and institutional chairs, including side chairs, guest chairs, stackable chairs, flat-back armchairs, and stools.These seating products are typically single-seat chairs and may include adjustable functions.
Caster Test (ANSI-ICWM-2004 )
BS EN 12528:1999 Castors and Wheels - Castors for Furniture – Requirements
BS EN 12528 specifies technical requirements, applicable dimensions, and performance requirements for furniture casters.It applies to casters used in general furniture applications but excludes casters for swivel chairs and other specialized applications.
BS EN 12529 specifies technical requirements, applicable dimensions, and performance requirements for casters used on swivel chairs.It applies to casters with or without braking devices commonly used on swivel chairs.
BS EN 12530 specifies the technical requirements, applicable dimensions, and testing criteria for casters and wheels used in manually propelled institutional applications.
EN 12531:1999 Casters and wheels - Hospital bed casters
EN 12531 specifies technical requirements, applicable dimensions, and other requirements for hospital bed casters.It applies to hospital beds equipped with swivel casters with a central floating mechanism and a wheel diameter of 100 mm or greater.
ISO 22880:2016 Castors and wheel s - Requirements for castors for swivel chairs
ISO 22880 specifies the technical requirements, applicable dimensions, and testing criteria for casters and wheels used on swivel chairs.These casters may include braking mechanisms and/or locking devices.
ISO 22881 specifies the technical requirements, applicable dimensions, and testing criteria for casters and wheels used in manually propelled institutional equipment.The casters may include brakes and/or locking devices and are particularly suitable for applications in retail stores, restaurants, hotels, educational buildings, hospitals, and similar environments.
ISO 22879:2016 Castors and wheels — Requirements for castors for furniture
ISO 22879 specifies the technical requirements, applicable dimensions, and testing criteria for furniture casters.
ISO 22879 applies to casters used in general furniture applications but excludes casters for swivel chairs and other specialized applications.
QB/T 4765-2014 Furniture Casters
QB/T 4765 applies to non-powered furniture casters.It is not applicable to office chair (swivel chair) casters.
JIS S1038-1994 - Castors for office chairs
Durability test for Gas Spring
This test applies to cylinder components used in applications such as toy boxes, clothing storage boxes, and lift-up bed slats.The nominal force of the cylinder component shall be less than 130 kg (1300 N).
GB/T 29525-2013 Technical Specifications for Seat Lift Gas Springs
GB/T 29525 applies to lockable gas springs used for seat height adjustment, using nitrogen or other inert gases as the energy storage medium.
GB/T 25751-2010 Compression gas spring technical specification
GB/T 25751 applies to gas springs using nitrogen or other inert gases as the energy storage medium.
Corrosion Resistance test
ASTM F 3096 Standard Performance Specification for Tipover Restraint(s) Used with Clothing Storage Unit(s)
Tilt Mechanism Test (ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 - 2017)
Cylinder Test (ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 - 2017)
Base Test (ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 - 2017)
Arm Test (ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 - 2017)
ANSI/BIFMA X5.1 applies to standard office and institutional chairs, including side chairs, guest chairs, stackable chairs, flat-back armchairs, and stools.These seating products are typically single-seat chairs and may include adjustable functions.
ANSI/BHMA A156.14-2019 Sliding and Folding Door Hardware
ANSI/BHMA A156.14 specifies the requirements for hardware used in sliding doors and folding doors.The standard includes cycle testing, abuse testing, static load durability testing, smoothness testing, static friction testing, dynamic friction testing, and surface treatment testing.It covers hardware for doors ranging from light-duty to extra-heavy-duty applications, serving both residential and industrial markets.
Knobs test refer to ANSI/BHMA A156.9-2020 AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD FOR CABINET HARDWARE
ANSI/BHMA A156.9 specifies requirements for cabinet hardware, including hinges, knobs, handles, latches, shelves, standard components and brackets, drawer slides, rotating shelves, and slides equipped with sliding panel guides.
The standard includes performance requirements covering operational performance, cycle testing, strength testing, and surface finish criteria.
EN 15939:2019 Hardware for furniture - Strength and loading capacity of wall attachment devices
EN 15939 specifies test methods for verifying the load-bearing capacity of all types of wall attachment devices used for storage furniture and their components across all application areas.
EN 15939 is not applicable to devices intended to prevent furniture from overturning during storage use.
EN 15939 is not applicable to wall-fixing devices specifically designed for anti-tip purposes.
BS EN 15706 It specifies the test methods and requirements for the strength and durability of all types of sliding door hardware, applicable to all types of sliding doors and rolling doors that slide horizontally or vertically, as well as their component parts.
BS EN 15706 The testing encompasses the application of loads, forces, and velocities that simulate normal functional use, as well as reasonably foreseeable misuse.
SATISFY offers one-stop testing services for furniture hardware components, including preliminary assessments, preparation and submission of relevant documentation, end-to-end test monitoring, report interpretation, data analysis, and recommendations for corrective actions.For more information about our testing services, please contact SATISFY customer service.
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