BIFMA X5.1-2017 Chair Test Facilities
BIFMA X5.1-2017 is the internationally recognized standard developed by the Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) for evaluating the safety, durability, and structural performance of general-purpose office chairs. The standard defines rigorous testing methods that replicate real-world use, including cyclic loading, stability, impact, and fatigue tests, to ensure that seating products meet strict performance and safety requirements.

Accredited test facilities equipped to perform BIFMA X5.1-2017 evaluations provide manufacturers with independent verification of product quality and compliance. For office chair producers, passing these tests demonstrates a commitment to engineering excellence, user safety, and long-term reliability. For global buyers and procurement managers, BIFMA compliance is a trusted benchmark of product integrity, reinforcing confidence in sourcing office chairs that meet the highest international standards.

Casters / Base Durability Test (100,000 cycles).

Base Structural Test.

Seat drop test.

Backrest Strength Test.