ASTM F3104-21
(Test Method)Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment
Standard Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 The purpose of this document is to provide valid and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment assembled and maintained according to the manufacturer's specifications. Use of these test methods in conjunction with Specification F3105 is intended to maximize the reliability of the equipment’s design and reduce the risk of serious injury resulting from design deficiencies.
SCOPE
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and apparatus used for testing and evaluating Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment for compliance to Specification F3105. Both design and operational parameters will be evaluated. Where possible and applicable, accepted test methods from other recognized bodies will be used and referenced.
1.2 Requirements—This equipment is to be tested in accordance with this test method or Test Methods F2571 for all of the following parameters:
1.2.1 Stability,
1.2.2 Edge and corner sharpness,
1.2.3 Tube ends,
1.2.4 Entrapment and pinch points,
1.2.5 Weight disc retention,
1.2.6 Function of adjustments and locking mechanisms,
1.2.7 Training weight post loading,
1.2.8 Storage weight post loading,
1.2.9 Stop height verification,
1.2.10 Stop load drop test,
1.2.11 Barbell hook dimensions,
1.2.12 Catch hook load drop test,
1.2.13 Barbell support/frame impact test,
1.2.14 Intrinsic loading,
1.2.15 Extrinsic loading,
1.2.16 Endurance loading, and
1.2.17 Documentation and warnings verification.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F3104 − 21
Standard Test Methods for
Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of
Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength
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Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3104; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
The goal of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable methods for the evaluation of
Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight
Storage Equipment. Users of these machines must recognize, however, that conformance to a standard
will not necessarily prevent injuries. Like other physical activities, exercise involving this equipment
involves the risk of injury, particularly if the equipment is not maintained or used properly.
1. Scope 1.2.16 Endurance loading, and
1.2.17 Documentation and warnings verification.
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and apparatus
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
used for testing and evaluating Externally Loaded Strength
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
Weight Storage Equipment for compliance to Specification
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
F3105. Both design and operational parameters will be evalu-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
ated. Where possible and applicable, accepted test methods
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
from other recognized bodies will be used and referenced.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
1.2 Requirements—This equipment is to be tested in accor-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
dance with this test method or Test Methods F2571 for all of
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
the following parameters:
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
1.2.1 Stability,
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
1.2.2 Edge and corner sharpness,
1.2.3 Tube ends,
2. Referenced Documents
1.2.4 Entrapment and pinch points,
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
1.2.5 Weight disc retention,
F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Fa-
1.2.6 Function of adjustments and locking mechanisms,
cility Safety Signage and Labels
1.2.7 Training weight post loading,
F2216 Specification for Selectorized Strength Equipment
1.2.8 Storage weight post loading,
F2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance
1.2.9 Stop height verification,
Characteristics of Fitness Equipment
1.2.10 Stop load drop test,
F3105 SpecificationforExternallyLoadedStrengthTraining
1.2.11 Barbell hook dimensions,
Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External
1.2.12 Catch hook load drop test,
Weight Storage Equipment
1.2.13 Barbell support/frame impact test,
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2.2 European Standards:
1.2.14 Intrinsic loading,
EN 957–1 Stationary Training Equipment—Part 1: General
1.2.15 Extrinsic loading,
Safety Requirements and Test Methods
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and are the direct responsibility contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
of Subcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved March 1, 2021. Published April 2021. Originally the ASTM website.
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approved in 2014. Last previous edition approved in 2014 as F3104 – 14. DOI: Available from European Committee for Standardization (CEN), Avenue
10.1520/F3104-21. Marnix 17, B-1000, Brussels, Belgium, http://www.cen.eu.
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EN 957–2 Stationary Training Equipment—Part 2: Strength 8.1.2 Apparatus and Set-Up—Place sample on a non-skid
Training Equipment, Additional Specific Safety Require- surfaceinclinedat10°intheorientationthatisleaststable.The
ments and Test Methods sample shall rest on the supporting surface without anchoring.
Determine how the user is placed oriented relative to the
3. Terminology
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Designation: F3104 − 14 F3104 − 21 An American National Standard
Standard Test Methods for
Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of
Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength
1
Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3104; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
The goal of these test methods is to provide reliable and repeatable methods for the evaluation of
Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight
Storage Equipment. Users of these machines must recognize, however, that conformance to a standard
will not necessarily prevent injuries. Like other physical activities, exercise involving this equipment
involves the risk of injury, particularly if the equipment is not maintained or used properly.
1. Scope
1.1 These test methods specify procedures and apparatus used for testing and evaluating Externally Loaded Strength Training
Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment for compliance to Specification F3105. Both
design and operational parameters will be evaluated. Where possible and applicable, accepted test methods from other recognized
bodies will be used and referenced.
1.2 Requirements—This equipment is to be tested in accordance with this test method or Test Methods F2571 for all of the
following parameters:
1.2.1 Stability,
1.2.2 Edge and corner sharpness,
1.2.3 Tube ends,
1.2.4 Entrapment and pinch points,
1.2.5 Weight disc retention,
1.2.6 Function of adjustments and locking mechanisms,
1.2.7 Training weight post loading,
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These test methods are under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and are the direct responsibility of
Subcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2014March 1, 2021. Published February 2015April 2021. Originally approved in 2014. Last previous edition approved in 2014 as
F3104 – 14. DOI: 10.1520/F3104-14.10.1520/F3104-21.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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1.2.8 Storage weight post loading,
1.2.9 Stop height verification,
1.2.10 Stop load drop test,
1.2.11 Barbell hook dimensions,
1.2.12 Catch hook load drop test,
1.2.13 Barbell support/frame impact test,
1.2.14 Intrinsic loading,
1.2.15 Extrinsic loading,
1.2.16 Endurance loading, and
1.2.17 Documentation and warnings verification.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of
regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
F1749 Specification for Fitness Equipment and Fitness Facility Safety Signage and Labels
F2216 Specification for Selectorized Strength Equipment
F2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and Performance Characteristics of Fitness Equipment
F3105 Specification for Externally Loaded Strength Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight
Storage Equipment
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2.2 European Standards:
EN 957–1 Stationary Training Equipment—Part 1: General Safety Requirements and Test Methods
EN 957–2 Stationary Training Equipment—Part 2: Strength Training Equipment, Additional Specific Safety Requirements and
Test Methods
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 normal operation, n—the operation of the equipment as defined by the manufacturer.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 The purpose of this document is to provide valid and repeatable test methods for the evaluation of Externally Loaded Strength
Training Equipment, Strength Training Benches and External Weight Storage Equipment assembled and maintained according to
the ma
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