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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Company: Shiffler Equipment Sales Inc. Sample Submitted Date: 9/25/2019
Company Address: 745 South Street Sample Test Date: 9/25/2019
Chardon, OH 44024 Report Date: 9/26/2019
Contact Person: Kristen Hamer
Contact Number: 800-547-1539 Tested By: Seth Setzer & Cody Whitener
Contact Email: [email protected] Reported By: Cody Whitener
Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 5
Sample ID: Method Stool Rear Stability
Sample Condition: New/ Good
Test Description:
Pre Test Inspection:
Pre Test Photos
*Unit is labeled as if you were sitting in it
*Unless otherwise stated all measurements are in inches and pounds
Test Deviations if any: N/A
Sample is in new condition with no defects.
Sample is placed on the test platform and the rear legs are blocked to prevent sliding. The seat of the
sample is loaded per specification with stability disks and a force (F=1.1(47-H)lbs.) is applied parallel .25”
down from the top of the highest stability disk.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
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Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Setup Time: 0.5 hrs. Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 5
Run Time: N/A Rear Stability
Fixtures used: Stability disks, polypropylene sheet, PT738 Gauge
Horizontal Force: 22 lbf
Setup Photo
Post Test Inspection:
Acceptance Level: Test sample did not tip
Sample showed no signs of tipping and remains in good condition.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Company: Shiffler Equipment Sales Inc. Sample Submitted Date: 9/25/2019
Company Address: 745 South Street Sample Test Date: 9/26/2019
Chardon, OH 44024 Report Date: 9/26/2019
Contact Person: Kristen Hamer
Contact Number: 800-547-1539 Tested By: Cody Whitener
Contact Email: [email protected] Reported By: Cody Whitener
Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 5
Sample ID: Method Stool Front Stability
Sample Condition: Good
Test Description:
Pre Test Inspection:
Pre Test Photos
*Unit is labeled as if you were sitting in it
*Unless otherwise stated all measurements are in inches and pounds
Test Deviations if any: N/A
Sample is placed on the test platform and a front legs are blocked to prevent sliding. The front stability
fixture is placed in the seat at the specified location and the correct load for the seat size is applied. A
4.5 lb force is applied in line with the seat.
Sample is in good condition with no defects.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Setup Time: 0.5 hrs Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 5
Run Time: N/A Front Stability
Fixtures used: Front stability fixture, weight bags
Dead Weight load: 135 lbs
Horizontal Pull Force: 4.5 lbf
Setup Photo
Post Test Inspection:
Acceptance Level: Test sample did not tip
Sample did not tip over do to the pull force and remains in good condition.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Company: Shiffler Equipment Sales Inc. Sample Submitted Date: 9/25/2019
Company Address: 745 South Street Sample Test Date: 10/14/2019
Chardon, OH 44024 Report Date: 10/14/2019
Contact Person: Kristen Hamer
Contact Number: 800-547-1539 Tested By: Cody Whitener
Contact Email: [email protected] Reported By: Cody Whitener
Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 6
Sample ID: Method Stool Backrest Strength- Static
Sample Condition: Good
Test Description:
Pre Test Inspection:
Pre Test Photos
*Unit is labeled as if you were sitting in it
*Unless otherwise stated all measurements are in inches and pounds
Test Deviations if any: N/A
Sample is placed on the test platform and the base is restrained from movement without affecting the
backrest or arms. A loading device is attached at the specified height on the vertical centerline of the
backrest. The specified functional load for the chairs size is applied 90 degrees from the plane of the
backrest each for 60 seconds. Upon completion the proof load is applied for 10 seconds.
Sample is in good condition with no structrual defects.
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Conover NC 28613
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Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Setup Time: .5 hrs Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 6
Run Time: N/A Backrest Strength- Static
Fixtures used: arm strength 1, radius 8
Setup Photo
proof load
Post Test Inspection:
Acceptance Level: Functional- No loss of servicability
Proof- No sudden or major change in structural integrity
Sample performed well for both loads. There was a substancial amount of deflection but with the load
removed a full recovery was made.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Company: Shiffler Equipment Sales Inc. Sample Submitted Date: 9/25/2019
Company Address: 745 South Street Sample Test Date: 9/30/2019
Chardon, OH 44024 Report Date: 10/4/2019
Contact Person: Kristen Hamer
Contact Number: 800-547-1539 Tested By: Seth Setzer
Contact Email: [email protected] Reported By: Seth Setzer
Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 7
Sample ID: Method Stool Backrest Durability- Cyclic
Sample Condition: Good
Test Description:
Pre Test Inspection:
Pre Test Photos
*Unit is labeled as if you were sitting in it
*Unless otherwise stated all measurements are in inches and pounds
Test Deviations if any: N/A
Sample is placed on the test platform and the base is restrained from movement without affecting the
backrest or arms. A loading device is attached at the specified height on the vertical centerline of the
backrest. A specified load is placed in the seat of the sample based on sample size. The specified force is
applied and removed 90 degrees from the plane of the backrest for 120k cycles.
Sample in good condtion at the start of testing. No damage could be seen.
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Conover NC 28613
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Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Setup Time: 0.5 hrs. Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 7
Run Time: 96 hrs. Backrest Durability- Cyclic
Fixtures used: Radius 8, Weight Bags
Fixture height: Flush with top of backrest
Backrest load applied: 75 lbf
Dead weight in seat: 240 lbs
Setup Photo
75 lbs. Applied
Post Test Inspection:
Acceptance Level: No loss of servicability
Sample performed well throughout test with no structural change.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Company: Shiffler Equipment Sales Inc. Sample Submitted Date: 9/25/2019
Company Address: 745 South Street Sample Test Date: 10/14/2019
Chardon, OH 44024 Report Date: 10/14/2019
Contact Person: Kristen Hamer
Contact Number: 800-547-1539 Tested By: Cody Whitener
Contact Email: [email protected] Reported By: Cody Whitener
Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 8
Sample ID: Method Stool Drop Test- Dynamic
Sample Condition: Good
Test Description:
Pre Test Inspection:
Pre Test Photos
*Unit is labeled as if you were sitting in it
*Unless otherwise stated all measurements are in inches and pounds
Test Deviations if any: N/A
Sample is placed on a rigid surface. The drop bag is loaded with the functional load and raised 6” above
the center of the seat. The load is allowed to free fall. Upon completion the bag is loaded with the proof
load and the drop is repeated.
Sample is in good condition with no structural defects.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Setup Time: .5 hrs Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 8
Run Time: N/A Drop Test- Dynamic
Fixtures used: weight bag #4, hoist, quick release mech.
Setup Photo
Proof dropped
Post Test Inspection:
Acceptance Level: Functional- No loss of servicability
Proof- No sudden or major change in structural integrity
Sample performed well for both drops with no change noticed.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Company: Shiffler Equipment Sales Inc. Sample Submitted Date: 9/25/2019
Company Address: 745 South Street Sample Test Date: 10/4/2019
Chardon, OH 44024 Report Date: 10/10/2019
Contact Person: Kristen Hamer
Contact Number: 800-547-1539 Tested By: Seth Setzer & Cody Whitener
Contact Email: [email protected] Reported By: Cody Whitener
Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 10
Sample ID: Method Stool Seating Durability- Cyclic
Sample Condition: Good
Test Description:
Pre Test Inspection:
Pre Test Photos
*Unit is labeled as if you were sitting in it
*Unless otherwise stated all measurements are in inches and pounds
Test Deviations if any:
Impact Test- Sample is placed on a rigid surface and restrained to keep impact of load in center of seat without
adding support to structure. If the sample has less than 1.75” of cushion in the seat a specified piece of foam will be
added. The drop bag is loaded with the specified load and raised 1.4” above the seat and allowed to free fall. This is
repeated for the specified number of cycles. Front
Corner Load Ease Test- Sample is placed on the test platform and restrained from movement. A specified diameter
disk is placed flush with the front and one side of the seat structure. Disk is raised and compressed to 200lbf for 20k
cycles. Upon completion the disk is moved to the other front corner and the test is repeated.
Sample is in good condition with no structural defects.
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Conover NC 28613
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Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Setup Time: 2 hrs Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 10
Run Time: 85 hrs Seating Durability- Cyclic
Setup Photo
Impact test Front corner load ease
Post Test Inspection:
Acceptance Level: Impact Test- No loss of servicability
Front Corner Load Ease- No loss of servicability
Sample performed well throughout test with no structural change.
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301 Conover Station SE
Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
828-327-7000
Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Company: Shiffler Equipment Sales Inc. Sample Submitted Date: 9/25/2019
Company Address: 745 South Street Sample Test Date: 10/10/2019
Chardon, OH 44024 Report Date: 10/14/2019
Contact Person: Kristen Hamer
Contact Number: 800-547-1539 Tested By: Seth Setzer & Cody Whitener
Contact Email: [email protected] Reported By: Cody Whitener
Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 14
Sample ID: Method Stool Caster Durability- Cyclic
Sample Condition: Good
Test Description:
Pre Test Inspection:
Pre Test Photos
*Unit is labeled as if you were sitting in it
*Unless otherwise stated all measurements are in inches and pounds
Test Deviations if any:
Sample is attached to a cycling device that will travel 30“ forward and back. The first 2k cycles will be
over obstacles. The remaining 23k cycles will run with the obstacles removed. The seat of the sample
will be loaded with the specified weight during test. Upon completion a 5 lb pull force is applied in line
with the stem of each caster.
Sample is in good condition with no structural defects.
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Conover NC 28613
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Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Setup Time: 1 hr Test ID: BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 14
Run Time: 52 hrs Caster Durability- Cyclic
Setup Photo
Post Test Inspection:
Acceptance Level: Durability Cycling- No loss of servicability
Caster Retention- Caster did not separate from the base
Sample performed well throughout test with no structural change. Casters remained intacted with pull
force applied.
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Conover NC 28613
Structural Testing Report
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Contacts: Seth Setzer Ext. 4449
Cody Whitener Ext. 4490
Testing Order: 1 BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 5- Stability Tests
2 BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 7- Backrest Durability - Cyclic
3 BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 10 Seating Durability Tests
4 BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 14- Caster Durability test
5 BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 8- Drop Test Dynamic
6 BIFMA X6.1-2018 Sec. 6- Backrest Strength Horizontal
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