EN 581-2:2015
(Main)Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use - Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for seating
Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use - Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for seating
This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of outdoor seating for adults, without regard to materials, design/construction or manufacturing processes.
It does not apply to street furniture.
It does not apply to removable upholstery and covering.
It does not include requirements for the durability of castors/wheels and height adjustment mechanisms.
It does not include requirements for electrical safety.
It does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture.
The test requirements contained within this standard are based on use by persons weighing up to 110 kg.
Außenmöbel - Sitzmöbel und Tische für den Camping-, Wohn- und Objektbereich - Teil 2: Mechanische Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Sitzmöbel
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Mindestanforderungen an die Sicherheit, Festigkeit und Dauerhaltbarkeit für alle Arten von Außensitzmöbeln für Erwachsene, unabhängig von Werkstoffen, Design/Konstruktion oder Herstellungsprozessen, fest.
Sie gilt nicht für öffentlich aufgestellte Straßenmöbel.
Sie gilt nicht für abnehmbare Polster und Bezüge.
Sie enthält keine Anforderungen an die Dauerhaltbarkeit von Rollen/Rädern und an Mechanismen zur Höhenverstellung.
Sie enthält keine Anforderungen an die elektrische Sicherheit.
Sie enthält keine Anforderungen an die Alterungsbeständigkeit und an durch Licht, Temperatur und Feuchtigkeit verursachte Qualitätsminderungen.
Die in dieser Norm enthaltenen Prüfanforderungen beruhen auf dem Gebrauch durch Personen mit einem Körpergewicht bis zu 110 kg.
Mobilier d’extérieur - Sièges et tables à usages domestique, collectif et de camping - Partie 2: Exigences de sécurité, de résistance et de durabilité pour les sièges
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences minimales en matière de sécurité, de résistance et de durabilité de tous les types de sièges d’extérieur pour adultes, indépendamment de la nature des matériaux, de la conception/construction ou des procédés de fabrication.
Elle ne s’applique pas au mobilier urbain.
Elle ne s’applique pas aux garnissages amovibles et revêtements.
Elle n’inclut pas d’exigences relatives à la durabilité des roues/roulettes et des mécanismes de réglage de la hauteur.
Elle n’inclut pas d’exigences relatives à la sécurité électrique.
Elle n’inclut pas d’exigences relatives à la résistance au vieillissement et aux détériorations dues à la lumière, à la température et à l’humidité.
Les exigences d’essai contenues dans la présente norme sont basées sur un usage par des personnes pesant jusqu’à 110 kg.
Zunanje pohištvo - Sedežno pohištvo in mize za domačo in javno uporabo ter taborjenje - 2. del: Mehanske varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode za sedežno pohištvo
Ta del standarda EN 581 določa mehanske varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode zunanjega sedežnega pohištva za domačo in javno uporabo ter taborjenje za odrasle, ne glede na materiale, model/konstrukcijo ali proizvodne postopke. Ta dokument ne velja za zunanje pohištvo za intenzivno javno uporabo, pri katerem so lahko potrebne strožje zahteve, ne za snemljivo oblazinjenje in prevleke, trajno pritrjeno pohištvo ali cestno opremo. Preskusne zahteve, ki jih vsebuje ta evropski standard, temeljijo na uporabi osebe, ki tehta največ 110 kg. Ne vključuje informacij v zvezi s staranjem in razpadom, ki ga povzročajo svetloba, temperatura in vlaga. Priloga A (normativna) določa dodatne preskusne metode za sedeže z nasloni za uporabo v različnih legah. Priloga B (normativna) določa preskusne metode za ležalnike. Priloga C (informativna) določa smernice za informacije o nakupu.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 10-Nov-2015
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-May-2016
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 207 - Furniture
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 207/WG 4 - Outdoor furniture
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 11-Nov-2015
- Due Date
- 06-Jun-2016
- Completion Date
- 11-Nov-2015
Relations
- Effective Date
- 18-Nov-2015
- Effective Date
- 08-Jun-2016
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2020
Overview
EN 581-2:2015 - issued by CEN - specifies mechanical safety requirements and test methods for outdoor seating intended for camping, domestic and contract use. It sets minimum requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of outdoor seating for adults regardless of material or construction. Key exclusions: street furniture, removable upholstery/coverings, durability of castors/wheels and height-adjustment mechanisms, electrical safety, and resistance to ageing from light/temperature/moisture. Test requirements are based on use by persons weighing up to 110 kg.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope and definitions for outdoor seating categories: camping, domestic, contract and loungers (reclined seating).
- Test framework: mechanical strength, durability and stability tests are specified using harmonized test methods.
- Test standards referenced: EN 1728 (strength and durability test methods) and EN 1022 (stability determination).
- Test types include:
- Static load tests (seat, back, armrests, legs)
- Durability (cyclic) loading for seat, back and armrests
- Impact (drop) tests and lifting tests for mobile loungers
- Stability tests (forward, rearward and sideways)
- Lounger-specific provisions: loungers are covered within the main standard (not an annex) and have a defined test sequence and pass/fail criteria.
- Acceptance criteria after testing: no fractures of joints/components, no unwanted loosening of rigid joints, continued function after load removal, and resistance to overturning in stability tests.
- Product information: instructions for use and marking (manufacturer details, intended conditions of use) must be provided in the language(s) of sale.
Practical applications - who uses this standard
- Furniture manufacturers and designers: to validate product safety and durability during design and pre-production testing.
- Test laboratories and certification bodies: to perform standardized mechanical and stability tests for outdoor seating.
- Procurement teams and specifiers (contract, hospitality, public-sector): to define minimum safety and durability requirements in tenders and purchase specifications.
- Retailers and quality managers: to ensure compliance with CEN national implementations and to provide correct user information.
Related standards
- EN 581-1 - Outdoor furniture: General safety requirements (complements EN 581-2)
- EN 1728 - Furniture: Seating test methods for strength and durability (normative reference)
- EN 1022 - Determination of stability for seating (normative reference)
EN 581-2:2015 is essential when specifying, testing or certifying outdoor seating for camping, domestic or contract contexts where proven mechanical safety, strength and durability are required.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 581-2:2015 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use - Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for seating". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of outdoor seating for adults, without regard to materials, design/construction or manufacturing processes. It does not apply to street furniture. It does not apply to removable upholstery and covering. It does not include requirements for the durability of castors/wheels and height adjustment mechanisms. It does not include requirements for electrical safety. It does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture. The test requirements contained within this standard are based on use by persons weighing up to 110 kg.
This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of outdoor seating for adults, without regard to materials, design/construction or manufacturing processes. It does not apply to street furniture. It does not apply to removable upholstery and covering. It does not include requirements for the durability of castors/wheels and height adjustment mechanisms. It does not include requirements for electrical safety. It does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture. The test requirements contained within this standard are based on use by persons weighing up to 110 kg.
EN 581-2:2015 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.140 - Furniture; 97.200.30 - Camping equipment and camp-sites. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 581-2:2015 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 581-2:2009, EN 581-2:2015/AC:2016, FprEN 581-2. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use - Part 2:
Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for seating
Außenmöbel - Sitzmöbel und Tische für den Camping-, Wohn- und Objektbereich - Teil
2: Mechanische Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Sitzmöbel
Mobilier d’extérieur - Sièges et tables à usages domestique, collectif et de camping -
Partie 2: Exigences de sécurité, de résistance et de durabilité pour les sièges
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 581-2:2015
ICS:
97.140 Pohištvo Furniture
97.200.30 Oprema za taborjenje in Camping equipment and
tabori camp-sites
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 581-2
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
November 2015
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 97.140; 97.200.30 Supersedes EN 581-2:2009
English Version
Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping,
domestic and contract use - Part 2: Mechanical safety
requirements and test methods for seating
Mobilier d'extérieur - Sièges et tables à usages Außenmöbel - Sitzmöbel und Tische für den Camping-,
domestique, collectif et de camping - Partie 2: Wohn- und Objektbereich - Teil 2: Mechanische
Exigences de sécurité, de résistance et de durabilité Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für
pour les sièges Sitzmöbel
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 12 September 2015.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION
EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2015 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 581-2:2015 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Testing . 5
5 Test equipment . 5
6 Safety, strength and durability requirements for loungers . 5
6.1 General . 5
6.2 Stability, strength and durability . 5
6.2.1 Test sequence and parameters . 5
6.2.2 Requirements . 6
7 Safety, strength and durability requirements for other seating . 7
7.1 General . 7
7.2 Stability, strength and durability . 7
7.2.1 Test sequence and parameters . 7
7.2.2 Requirements . 8
8 Information for use . 8
8.1 General . 8
8.2 Marking for loungers . 8
9 Test report . 9
Annex A (normative) Forward and sideways stability tests for loungers . 10
A.1 Test procedure . 10
Annex B (informative) Purchase information (guidelines) . 12
European foreword
This document (EN 581-2:2015) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 207 “Furniture”,
the secretariat of which is held by UNI.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by May 2016, and conflicting national standards shall be
withdrawn at the latest by May 2016.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
This document supersedes EN 581-2:2009.
Compared to the current version, the main modifications are:
— new requirements for tests, and loungers are no longer in an annex but in the standard, which is a
simplification of the standard (requirements and clauses harmonized with the Clause 7 of the
standard);
— a simplification of chapters has been made: test equipment;
— a modification of reference (EN 1728:2012) has been made.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements for the safety, strength and durability of
all types of outdoor seating for adults, without regard to materials, design/construction or
manufacturing processes.
It does not apply to street furniture.
It does not apply to removable upholstery and covering.
It does not include requirements for the durability of castors/wheels and height adjustment
mechanisms.
It does not include requirements for electrical safety.
It does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing and degradation caused by light,
temperature and moisture.
The test requirements contained within this standard are based on use by persons weighing up to 110
kg.
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 581-1, Outdoor furniture — Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use — Part 1:
General safety requirements
EN 1022:2005, Domestic furniture — Seating — Determination of stability
EN 1728:2012, Furniture — Seating — Test methods for the determination of strength and durability
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
outdoor seating for contract use
outdoor seating intended for non-private use in places with public access
3.2
outdoor seating for domestic use
outdoor seating intended for private use in places use without public access
3.3
outdoor seating for camping use
outdoor seating foldable or knock-down and light-weight, intended for use in connection with camping
and travelling
3.4
lounger
seating intended for reclined posture with at least one backrest position with an “teta angle” between 0°
and 45° and a leg rest which is integral part of the product and which is intended to support the full
body weight of a user
Note 1 to entry: Figure 1 shows teta angle in lounger.
Key
θ teta anfla
Figure 1 — Teta angle in lounger
3.5
street furniture
outdoor furniture use in public space, permanently fixed to the ground or any structure (e.g. bus stop,
wall…) or not able to be manually removed
4 Testing
Testing shall be carried out as specified in EN 1728 and EN 1022.
With the exception of seating with a seat and back made of one piece of flexible material (e.g. textile),
attached at the upper and lower ed
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EN 581-2:2015は、キャンプ、家庭および契約使用のための屋外家具に関するヨーロッパ規格であり、特に屋外の座席に焦点を当てた機械的安全要件および試験方法を規定しています。この標準は、材料、デザイン/構造、製造プロセスに関係なく、大人向けのすべてのタイプの屋外座席に対する安全性、強度、および耐久性に関する最低要件を明確にしています。 この標準の重要な強みは、屋外家具における座席の機械的な安全性を確保することにあります。具体的には、成人が使用する際の最大体重を110 kgとして、その使用条件に基づいています。このため、様々な環境での使用を考慮した十分な耐久性が求められています。また、屋外家具の設計において重要な要素である安全性を重視することで、使用者の事故を未然に防ぐための枠組みを提供しています。 ただし、この標準にはいくつかの適用外事項があります。例えば、街路樹の家具や、取り外し可能な表面材、キャスターや高さ調整メカニズムの耐久性、電気的安全性、高温や湿気、光による劣化への耐久性の要件は含まれていません。これらの条件については、別の規格や基準が適用される可能性がありますので、関係者は注意が必要です。 全体として、EN 581-2:2015は、屋外の座席に対する機械的安全要件を体系化し、利用者の安全を確保する重要な基準となっています。この標準は、屋外家具の企画、設計、製造に深く関連しており、業界全体における品質基準の向上に寄与しています。
La norme EN 581-2:2015 est essentielle pour garantir la sécurité et la durabilité des meubles d'extérieur, en particulier des sièges pour adultes. La portée de cette norme est clairement définie, spécifiant les exigences minimales nécessaires pour assurer la robustesse et la sécurité des meubles, sans distinction de matériaux, de design ou de processus de fabrication. Cela permet une large application de la norme, englobant divers types de sièges destinés à un usage domestique, en camping ou en contract. Parmi les points forts de la norme, on note l'approche rigoureuse concernant les exigences de sécurité mécanique. Les tests définis permettent d'évaluer la résistance des sièges aux charges, garantissant qu'ils supportent un poids allant jusqu'à 110 kg. Cette spécification est cruciale pour les consommateurs et les fabricants, car elle assure que les produits commercialisés répondent à des critères de performance minimaux. Cependant, il est important de comprendre aussi les limites instaurées par cette norme. Elle ne couvre pas certains aspects, comme la durabilité des roues, les ajustements de hauteur, ou encore la sécurité électrique, ce qui peut être pertinent pour des applications spécifiques. De plus, la norme exclut des considérations sur la résistance à l'âge et la dégradation, que ce soit par la lumière, la température ou l'humidité, souvent cruciales pour l'usage extérieur prolongé. En somme, la norme SIST EN 581-2:2016 représente un cadre solide pour garantir la sécurité mécanique des sièges d'extérieur, tout en faisant preuve de clarté sur ses limites. Cette transparence concernant son champ d'application et ses exigences renforce sa pertinence dans le secteur des meubles d'extérieur, assurant une base solide pour la confiance des consommateurs et la conformité des fabricants.
The EN 581-2:2015 standard provides a crucial framework for ensuring the mechanical safety of outdoor seating and tables designed for camping, domestic, and contract use. Its scope effectively outlines the minimum safety, strength, and durability requirements specifically tailored for adult outdoor seating, ensuring user protection without limiting innovation in design, materials, or manufacturing processes. One of the strengths of this standard is its comprehensive approach to mechanical safety requirements, which are essential for preventing accidents and ensuring user confidence in outdoor seating. By establishing a benchmark for strength and durability, the EN 581-2:2015 standard not only supports manufacturers in creating reliable products but also informs consumers of the necessary safety standards to look for when purchasing outdoor furniture. Furthermore, the clarity in the scope - specifying that it does not apply to street furniture or removable upholstery - allows manufacturers and users to clearly understand the boundaries of the standard. This delineation helps focus compliance efforts on the relevant products and avoids confusion regarding applicability. The testing methods outlined within the document, which cater to users weighing up to 110 kg, emphasize the importance of practical and realistic assessments for outdoor furniture. This targeted approach contributes to the standard’s relevance in the market, providing manufacturers with concrete guidelines to ensure safety across a range of outdoor seating products. Overall, EN 581-2:2015 stands out as a vital standard that balances safety requirements with flexibility in design and construction, making it a cornerstone reference for manufacturers and consumers alike in the outdoor furniture sector.
Die Norm EN 581-2:2015 ist ein wesentlicher Leitfaden für die Sicherheitsstandards von Outdoor-Möbeln, insbesondere für Sitzgelegenheiten. Der Anwendungsbereich dieser europäischen Norm umfasst die Mindestanforderungen an Sicherheit, Stärke und Langlebigkeit aller Arten von Außenmöbeln für Erwachsene, unabhängig von den verwendeten Materialien, dem Design oder den Herstellungsverfahren. Diese umfassende Norm stellt sicher, dass Produkte für den Camping-, Haushalts- und Vertragsgebrauch eine Vielzahl von sicherheitsrelevanten Aspekten erfüllen. Eine der Stärken der EN 581-2:2015 liegt in der klaren Definition der mechanischen Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfmethoden für Sitzmöbel. Die Norm legt fest, dass die Produkte für Personen mit einem Gewicht von bis zu 110 kg ausgelegt sein müssen, was die Nutzerfreundlichkeit und Sicherheit signifikant erhöht. Besonders hervorzuheben ist, dass die Norm einen klaren Rahmen für die Untersuchung und Bewertung der Funktionalität und Stabilität von Sitzmöbeln im Freien bietet. Dies ist besonders relevant für Hersteller und Händler von Outdoor-Möbeln, da die Einhaltung dieser Norm nicht nur gesetzliche Anforderungen berücksichtigt, sondern auch das Vertrauen der Verbraucher in die Sicherheit und Langlebigkeit der Produkte stärkt. Die EN 581-2:2015 ist auch von Bedeutung, da sie sich spezifisch auf die Anforderungen für Sitzmöbel konzentriert und dabei andere Produktkategorien, wie Straßenmöbel und Materialien wie abnehmbare Polsterungen, explizit ausschließt. Diese Fokussierung hilft, den Standardsatz präzise und anwendbar für die spezifischen Bedürfnisse der Outdoor-Möbelindustrie zu gestalten und unterstützt die Einhaltung der Norm durch die Hersteller. Insgesamt zeigt die Norm EN 581-2:2015 eine hohe Relevanz und Notwendigkeit für die Branche von Outdoor-Möbeln. Sie fördert die Sicherheit und Qualität der Produkte durch klar definierte Sicherheitsanforderungen und Testmethoden, was letztendlich sowohl den Herstellern als auch den Verbrauchern zugutekommt.
표준 EN 581-2:2015는 캠핑, 가정 사용 및 계약용으로 설계된 실외 가구, 특히 성인을 위한 좌석에 대한 기계적 안전 요구 사항 및 시험 방법을 명확히 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 모든 유형의 성인용 실외 좌석에 대한 안전성, 강도 및 내구성의 최소 요건을 설정하며, 재료, 디자인/구성 또는 제조 공정에 관계없이 적용됩니다. 이 표준의 강점은 다양한 환경과 용도에서 실외 좌석의 안전성과 내구성을 보장하는 점입니다. 모든 유형의 소재에서 성인 사용자를 위한 실외 좌석에서 요구되는 기본적인 안전 기준을 제공함으로써 소비자와 제조업체 모두에게 신뢰를 줍니다. 이 표준은 최대 110 kg의 체중을 가진 사용자를 기준으로 테스트 요구 사항을 제시하여, 다양한 사용자에 대한 안전성을 고려하고 있습니다. 그러나 EN 581-2:2015는 거리 가구에는 적용되지 않으며, removable upholstery 및 커버링에 대한 요구 사항, 캐스터/바퀴 및 높이 조절 메커니즘의 내구성에 대한 요구 사항, 전기 안전 요구 사항, 및 빛, 온도 및 습도로 인한 노화 및 열화 저항에 대한 요구 사항은 포함하지 않습니다. 따라서 이 표준은 특정한 범위를 가진 안전 기준으로, 실외 좌석의 기계적 안전에 중점을 두고 있습니다. 종합적으로, EN 581-2:2015는 실외 가구의 안전성을 높이는 중요한 기준으로, 특히 캠핑 및 가정 사용에 적합한 제품을 제조할 때 기준으로 삼을 수 있는 유용한 자료입니다.
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