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BS 5873-3:1985

Superseded
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Educational furniture Specification for strength and stability of tables for educational institutions
Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

28-02-2007

Language(s)

English

Published date

30-09-1985

Foreword
Committees responsible
Specification
1. Scope
2. Definitions
3. Performance ratings
4. Strength
5. Stability
6. Marking
Appendices
A. Vertical static load test
B. Overturning damage test
C. Guide to the relationship between the tests and
    use in practice
Table
1. Performance ratings and test levels
Figures
1. Loading points for vertical static load test
    (normal use)
2. Loading points for vertical static load test
    (severe use)
3. Vertical static load test
4. Horizontal static load test
5. Sustained load test
6. Vertical fatigue test
7. Drop test
8. Vertical impact test
9. Stability test

Gives requirements for two grades for strength and stability of both stacking and non-stacking tables. Includes requirements for tables containing other components such as drawers and shelves.

Committee
FW/0
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes 83/35664 DC and 90/39720 DC. (06/2004)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
16
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy

BS 5873-2:1991 Educational furniture Specification for strength and stability of chairs for educational institutions
BS 5873-1:1980 Educational furniture Specification for functional dimensions, identification and finish of chairs and tables for educational institutions

BS 4875-6:1985 Strength and stability of furniture Methods for determination of stability of tables and trolleys
BS 4875-8:1985 Strength and stability of furniture Methods for determination of stability of storage furniture
BS 4875-7:1985 Strength and stability of furniture Methods for determination of strength of storage furniture
BS 5873-1:1980 Educational furniture Specification for functional dimensions, identification and finish of chairs and tables for educational institutions

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