Crush Testing

PIKUS TESTING DATA AND RESULTS

Through testing and engineering, Pikus has successfully engineered prints to hold up under dropping weights according to BIFMA regulations. Along with BIFMA testing, Pikus will ensure all drop testing and crush testing follows the appropriate ASTM, ISO, and/or local jurisdictional code. We test every seating object that goes out the door using BIFMA standards and likewise test all relevant projects and prints.

CATALOG

ANSI/BIFMA X5.41-2021 Testing: Tests 300LBS dropped from 6” with a minimum of 250LBS of pressure on each seating area.
Testing with no internal supports v. testing with internal supports resulting in a pass.
Standardized testing throughout all projects.
Products are tested after two weeks of curing.

TESTING DETAILS:

Pikus Testing

DOWNLOADABLES AND EXTRA CONTENT

Here you will find access to aspects of Pikus testing data and useful information. If you would like access to information beyond that, please contact Pikus directly.

Downloads and Extras:

BIFMA Data

Safety Data

Warranty

Crush Testing

Passing Results v. Fail Results

Testing fails occur when the print cracks under the weight from the drop test. This usually occurs within the first three drops when there is no reinforcement from PSM-28 or other internal supports. When a product fails the BIFMA test, it is then re-printed and reinforced before it is retested.
The product will pass BIFMA testing after 3 rounds of properly weighted and positioned drop tests. A pass may occur with or without internal supports, depending on the shape, size, topper, or coatings of the print. Records of pass and fail results may be provided upon request. All seating and similarly used prints are required to pass all crush testing before shipment.