ANSI/BIFMA 5.1-1993 Arm Strength Test
(Vertical and Horizontal Application)

Vertical Application

The purpose of these test is to evaluate the ability of the chair arms to withstand stresses that may occur as the result of the user pushing down on the arms.
BIFMA 5.1 Arm StrengthTest - Vertical  Application
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Horizontal Application

The purpose of these test is to evaluate the ability of the chair arms to withstand stresses that may occur as the result of the user pushing out on the arms.
BIFMA 5.1 Arm StrengthTest - Horizontal  Application BIFMA 5.1 Arm StrengthTest - Horizontal  Application
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