EN 16139:2013
(Main)Furniture - Strength, durability and safety - Requirements for non-domestic seating
Furniture - Strength, durability and safety - Requirements for non-domestic seating
This European Standard specifies requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of non-domestic seating intended to be used by adults with a weight of not more than 110 kg, including office visitor chairs.
This European Standard does not apply to ranked seating, office work chairs, chairs for educational institutions, outdoor seating and to links for linked seating for which European Standards or drafts exist. It does also not apply to work chairs for industrial use.
This European Standard does not include requirements for the durability of upholstery materials, castors, reclining and tilting mechanisms and seat height adjustment mechanisms.
This European Standard does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing, degradation and flammability.
Annex A contains additional tests.
Annex B contains information on the level of test severity in relation to applications.
Annex C contains dimensional requirements for office visitor chairs.
Möbel - Festigkeit, Dauerhaltbarkeit und Sicherheit - Anforderungen an Sitzmöbel für den Nicht-Wohnbereich
Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen an die Sicherheit, Festigkeit und Dauerhaltbarkeit von allen Arten von Sitzmöbeln für den Nicht-Wohnbereich fest, die für die Benutzung durch Erwachsene mit einem Körpergewicht von nicht mehr als 110 kg bestimmt sind, einschließlich Büro-Besucherstühle.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für fest montiertes Reihengestühl, Büro-Arbeitsstühle, Stühle für Bildungs-einrichtungen, Außensitzmöbel und Verbindungselemente für Reihenbestuhlung, für die eigene Europäische Normen oder Norm Entwürfe bestehen. Sie gilt auch nicht für industriell genutzte Arbeitsstühle.
Diese Europäische Norm enthält keine Anforderungen an die Dauerhaltbarkeit von Polstermaterialien, Rollen, Neige und Kippmechanismen sowie Höhen-Verstell-Einrichtungen an Sitzen.
Diese Europäische Norm enthält keine Anforderungen an die Beständigkeit gegen Alterung, Qualitätsmin-derung und Brennbarkeit.
Anhang A beinhaltet zusätzliche Prüfungen.
Anhang B beinhaltet Informationen zu Prüfstufen im Verhältnis zum Anwendungsbereich.
Anhang C beinhaltet Maßanforderungen an Büro-Besucherstühle.
Mobilier - Résistance, durabilité et sécurité - Exigences applicables aux sièges à usage collectif
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences relatives à la sécurité, à la résistance et à la durabilité de tous les types de sièges à usage non domestique destinés à être utilisés par des adultes d'un poids maximal de 110 kg, y compris les sièges visiteurs.
Cette norme européenne ne s'applique pas aux sièges assemblés en rangées, aux sièges de bureau, aux sièges pour établissements d'enseignement, aux sièges d'extérieur ou aux assemblages de sièges assemblés pour lesquels il existe d'autres normes européennes ou projets de normes européennes. Elle ne s'applique pas aux sièges de travail à usage industriel.
Cette norme européenne ne comprend aucune exigence concernant la durabilité des matériaux de rembourrage, des roulettes, des mécanismes d'inclinaison et de basculement ou des mécanismes de réglage de la hauteur du siège.
Cette norme européenne ne contient aucune exigence relative à la résistance au vieillissement, à la dégradation et à l'inflammabilité.
L’Annexe A contient des essais supplémentaires.
L’Annexe B contient des informations sur le niveau de sévérité du test en relation avec les applications.
L’Annexe C contient des exigences dimensionnelles pour les sièges visiteurs de bureau.
Pohištvo - Trdnost, trajnost in varnost - Zahteve za sedežno pohištvo za javno uporabo
Ta evropski standard določa zahteve za varnost, trdnost in trajnost za vse vrste sedežnega pohištva za javno uporabo, namenjenega odraslim s težo, ki ne presega 110 kg, vključno s pisarniškimi stoli za obiskovalce. Ta evropski standard se ne uporablja za vrstne sedeže, pisarniške delovne sedeže, sedežno pohištvo za izobraževalne ustanove, zunanje sedežno pohištvo in povezave za povezano sedežno pohištvo, za katere obstajajo evropski standardi ali osnutki. Prav tako
se ne uporablja za delovne stole za industrijsko uporabo. Ta evropski standard ne zajema zahtev za trajnost tapetniških materialov, kolesc, mehanizmov za sklapljanje in prilagajanje naklona ter mehanizmov za nastavitev višine sedeža. Ta evropski standard ne vključuje zahtev za odpornost proti staranju, razpadu in vnetljivosti.
Dodatek A vsebuje dodatne preskuse.
Dodatek B vsebuje informacije o stopnji zahtevnosti glede na uporabo.
Dodatek C vsebuje dimenzijske zahteve za pisarniške stole za obiskovalce.
General Information
- Status
- Withdrawn
- Publication Date
- 05-Mar-2013
- Withdrawal Date
- 22-Sep-2025
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 207 - Furniture
- Current Stage
- 9960 - Withdrawal effective - Withdrawal
- Start Date
- 23-Jul-2025
- Completion Date
- 23-Sep-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 03-Apr-2013
- Replaces
EN 15373:2007 - Furniture - Strength, durability and safety - Requirements for non-domestic seating - Effective Date
- 03-Apr-2013
- Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Corrected By
EN 16139:2013/AC:2013 - Furniture - Strength, durability and safety - Requirements for non-domestic seating - Effective Date
- 29-May-2013
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 16139:2013 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Furniture - Strength, durability and safety - Requirements for non-domestic seating". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of non-domestic seating intended to be used by adults with a weight of not more than 110 kg, including office visitor chairs. This European Standard does not apply to ranked seating, office work chairs, chairs for educational institutions, outdoor seating and to links for linked seating for which European Standards or drafts exist. It does also not apply to work chairs for industrial use. This European Standard does not include requirements for the durability of upholstery materials, castors, reclining and tilting mechanisms and seat height adjustment mechanisms. This European Standard does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing, degradation and flammability. Annex A contains additional tests. Annex B contains information on the level of test severity in relation to applications. Annex C contains dimensional requirements for office visitor chairs.
This European Standard specifies requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of non-domestic seating intended to be used by adults with a weight of not more than 110 kg, including office visitor chairs. This European Standard does not apply to ranked seating, office work chairs, chairs for educational institutions, outdoor seating and to links for linked seating for which European Standards or drafts exist. It does also not apply to work chairs for industrial use. This European Standard does not include requirements for the durability of upholstery materials, castors, reclining and tilting mechanisms and seat height adjustment mechanisms. This European Standard does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing, degradation and flammability. Annex A contains additional tests. Annex B contains information on the level of test severity in relation to applications. Annex C contains dimensional requirements for office visitor chairs.
EN 16139:2013 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.140 - Furniture. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 16139:2013 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13761:2002, EN 15373:2007, EN 16139:2025, EN 16139:2013/AC:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Pohištvo - Trdnost, trajnost in varnost - Zahteve za sedežno pohištvo za javno uporaboMöbel - Festigkeit, Dauerhaltbarkeit und Sicherheit - Anforderungen an Sitzmöbel für den Nicht-WohnbereichMobilier - Résistance, durabilité et sécurité - Exigences applicables aux sièges à usage non domestiqueFurniture - Strength, durability and safety - Requirements for non-domestic seating97.140PohištvoFurnitureICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16139:2013SIST EN 16139:2013en,fr,de01-april-2013SIST EN 16139:2013SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16139
March 2013 ICS 97.140 English Version
Furniture - Strength, durability and safety - Requirements for non-domestic seating
Mobilier - Résistance, durabilité et sécurité - Exigences applicables aux sièges à usage collectif
Möbel - Festigkeit, Dauerhaltbarkeit und Sicherheit - Anforderungen an Sitzmöbel für den Nicht-Wohnbereich This European Standard was approved by CEN on 12 January 2013.
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.
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Additional tests . 12 Annex B (informative)
Test severity in relation to applications . 13 Annex C (informative)
Dimensional requirements for office visitor chairs . 14 C.1 General . 14 C.2 Dimensional requirements . 14 C.2.1 Seat height [a] . 14 C.2.2 Seat depth [b] . 14 C.2.3 Seat width [d] . 14 C.2.4 Distance between arm rests [r] . 14 C.3 Determination of reference points . 14 C.3.1 Point “A” . 14 C.3.2 Back supporting point “S” . 14 C.4 Determination of dimensions . 14 C.4.1 Seat height [a] . 14 C.4.2 Seat depth [b] . 15 C.4.3 Seat width [d] . 15 C.4.4 Distance between arm rests [r] . 15 Bibliography . 16
1 Scope This European Standard specifies requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of non-domestic seating intended to be used by adults with a weight of not more than 110 kg, including office visitor chairs. This European Standard does not apply to ranked seating, office work chairs, chairs for educational institutions, outdoor seating and to links for linked seating for which European Standards or drafts exist. It does also not apply to work chairs for industrial use. This European Standard does not include requirements for the durability of upholstery materials, castors, reclining and tilting mechanisms and seat height adjustment mechanisms. This European Standard does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing, degradation and flammability. Annex A contains additional tests. Annex B contains information on the level of test severity in relation to applications. Annex C contains dimensional requirements for office visitor chairs. 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 1022, Domestic furniture – Seating – Determination of stability EN 1335-2:2009, Office furniture – Office work chair – Part 2: Safety requirements EN 1335-3:2009, Office furniture – Office work chair – Part 3: Test methods 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 accessible part part to which access can easily be gained by the user when the seating is in its intended configuration of use and for which the probability of unintentional user contact is high 3.2 part accessible during setting up and folding part to which access can only be gained when setting up and folding the furniture SIST EN 16139:2013
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Die Norm EN 16139:2013 ist ein entscheidendes Dokument, das spezifische Anforderungen an die Sicherheit, Festigkeit und Haltbarkeit von nicht-domestischen Sitzmöbeln festlegt, die für Erwachsene mit einem Gewicht von bis zu 110 kg konzipiert sind. Diese Norm ist besonders relevant für die Entwicklung und den Einsatz von Büro-Gästestühlen, da sie klare Richtlinien bietet, die die Qualität und Sicherheit dieser Möbelstücke gewährleisten. Ein wesentliches Merkmal der EN 16139:2013 ist ihr umfassender Anwendungsbereich, der sicherstellt, dass verschiedene Arten von nicht-domestischen Sitzen strengen Anforderungen an die Festigkeit und Haltbarkeit genügen. Diese Schnittstelle zu Büro- und öffentlichen Räumen ist besonders wichtig, da sie eine erhöhte Nutzung und entsprechende Belastungen der Möbel berücksichtigt. Stärken der Norm liegen in der klaren Definition der Sicherheitsanforderungen und der Festigkeit, die es Herstellern ermöglichen, Produkte zu entwickeln, die sowohl funktionell als auch zuverlässig sind. Annex A bietet zusätzliche Tests, um die Robustheit der Möbel unter verschiedenen Bedingungen zu prüfen, während Annex B Informationen zur Testschärfe in Bezug auf spezifische Anwendungen liefert. Diese Aspekte verbessern nicht nur die Produktqualität, sondern fördern auch das Vertrauen der Verbraucher in die Sicherheit der Möbel. Die EN 16139:2013 ist relevant, da sie nicht nur Standardanforderungen festlegt, sondern auch dazu beiträgt, die Langlebigkeit der Produkte im nicht-domestischen Umfeld zu erhöhen. Indem sie die Gestaltung sicherer und dauerhafter Sitzmöbel für eine Vielzahl von Anwendungen unterstützt, spielt diese Norm eine wesentliche Rolle in der Möbelindustrie, die zunehmend Wert auf Gesundheit und Sicherheit legt. Obwohl die Norm nicht für andere Möbeltypen wie Reihenbestuhlung oder spezielle Arbeitsstühle gilt, schafft sie dennoch einen wichtigen Rahmen für die Entwicklung von Möbeln, die den Anforderungen des modernen Arbeitsplatzes gerecht werden. Die Tatsache, dass sie spezifische Anforderungsprofile ausschließt, ermöglicht es, gezielte Normen für andere spezialisierte Produkte zu entwickeln. Insgesamt bietet die EN 16139:2013 wertvolle Leitlinien für Hersteller und Verbraucher, die auf der Suche nach hochwertigen, sicheren und langlebigen Sitzlösungen im nicht-domestischen Bereich sind.
SIST EN 16139:2013は、非家庭用座席に関するヨーロッパの標準であり、成人が使用することを目的とした座席の安全性、強度、および耐久性に関する要件を規定しています。この標準は特に、体重110kgを超えない大人向けのすべてのタイプの非家庭用座席に適用されますが、オフィスワーカー用椅子や教育機関の椅子、屋外の座席、およびリンクされた座席については適用外です。 この標準の強みは、商業環境で使用される座席の安全性と耐久性を保証するための具体的な要件を提供している点にあります。特にオフィス訪問者用の椅子に関する次元要件が含まれており、さまざまな設置環境での適切な使用を確保しています。そのため企業や施設が安全で高品質な座席を選定する際の指針となります。 また、附属書Aには追加の試験が記載されており、座席の性能をさらに評価するための基準が提供されています。一方、附属書Bでは、試験の厳しさのレベルがどのように異なるアプリケーションに関連しているかが解説されており、座席の使用条件に応じた適切な評価が可能です。 ただし、この標準には、張り地の耐久性、キャスター、リクライニングおよびティルト機構、座面の高さ調整機構に関する要件は含まれていないため、これらの要因を考慮する際には他の基準や規格を参照する必要があります。また、経年劣化や可燃性に関する要求も含まれていないため、利用者はこれらの特性に対する対応を別途考慮する必要があります。 SIST EN 16139:2013は、特に商業用スペースでの座席の選定において、重要な役割を果たす標準であり、職場環境の安全性と効率を保証するための信頼性の高いガイドラインを提供します。
La norme EN 16139:2013 est essentielle pour garantir la sécurité, la résistance et la durabilité des sièges non domestiques destinés à un usage adulte, avec un poids maximum de 110 kg. Ce document standardisé contribue significativement à l'établissement de critères rigoureux pour les meubles tels que les chaises visiteur de bureau. L'un des points forts de cette norme est sa portée précise, qui englobe tous les types de sièges non domestiques, excluant toutefois des catégories spécifiques telles que les sièges en rang, les chaises de travail de bureau, ou celles destinées aux institutions éducatives. En ciblant précisément les chaises de visiteur pour bureaux, la norme assure l'adéquation des produits par rapport aux besoins du marché professionnel tout en maintenant des niveaux de sécurité élevés. La norme offre également des annexes précieuses, notamment l'Annexe A, qui détaille des tests supplémentaires pour évaluer les sièges selon des critères de performance stricts. L'Annexe B aborde le niveau de sévérité des tests en fonction des applications, ce qui renforce la pertinence de la norme dans différentes situations d'utilisation. L'Annexe C précise les exigences dimensionnelles des chaises visiteur, garantissant ainsi l'uniformité et l'ergonomie des produits concernés. En ne couvrant pas les exigences relatives aux matériaux de rembourrage, aux roulettes ou aux mécanismes de réglage en hauteur, cette norme se concentre sur les aspects essentiels de force et de longévité, ce qui permet une meilleure interprétation des besoins spécifiques pour les sièges non domestiques. Ainsi, la norme EN 16139:2013 s'impose comme une référence incontournable pour les fabricants et les utilisateurs de meubles professionnels, assurant une qualité supérieure et une sécurité optimale des produits.
SIST EN 16139:2013 표준은 비주거용 좌석의 안전성, 강도 및 내구성 요구사항을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 성인 기준 체중 110kg 이하의 사용자를 위해 설계된 모든 종류의 비주거용 좌석에 적용됩니다. 특히 사무실 방문자 의자와 같은 특정 제품에 대한 요구사항이 명시되어 있어 관련 분야에서의 안전성을 강화하는 데 기여하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 비주거용 좌석의 각종 요구사항을 명확하게 정의하고 있다는 점입니다. 이는 사용자가 의자 선택 시 품질과 안전성을 보장받을 수 있도록 합니다. 아울러 부속서 A에서는 추가적인 시험 절차를 제시하여 실제 사용 환경에서의 내구성을 보다 철저히 평가할 수 있게 지원합니다. 부속서 B는 테스트의 심각도 수준에 대한 정보를 제공하여 각 응용 프로그램에 적합한 기준을 설정하게 해줍니다. 이 모든 요소는 비주거용 좌석의 품질 보증에 결정적인 역할을 합니다. SIST EN 16139:2013 표준이 특히 주목받는 점은 사무실 방문자 의자와 같은 특정 제품군에 대한 치수 요구사항을 부속서 C에서 명확히 하여 설계자와 제조자가 효율적으로 적용할 수 있도록 돕는 것입니다. 이러한 규정은 결과적으로 시장에서 경쟁력을 높이며, 소비자에게 보다 안전하고 신뢰할 수 있는 제품을 제공합니다. 전반적으로 EN 16139:2013 표준은 비주거용 좌석의 안전성, 강도 및 내구성에 대한 명확한 기준을 제시하며, 다양한 응용 분야에 적합성을 통해 비주거용 좌석 시장의 발전에 중요한 기여를 하고 있습니다. 이와 같은 표준은 제조업체가 품질 관리 및 제품 설계에 있어서 필수적으로 참고해야 할 중요한 기준으로 자리 잡고 있습니다.
The EN 16139:2013 standard sets a comprehensive framework for the safety, strength, and durability of non-domestic seating intended for adult use, specifically accommodating individuals with a maximum weight of 110 kg. This standard is pivotal as it categorizes the requirements for various types of seating, including office visitor chairs, thereby laying a solid foundation for quality assurance in the furniture industry. One of the strengths of EN 16139:2013 is its clear delineation of scope; it explicitly excludes certain categories such as ranked seating, office work chairs, and outdoor seating, which could dilute the focus on non-domestic applications. By doing so, the standard ensures that manufacturers and designers can concentrate on the applicable areas, enhancing the relevance of the guidelines provided. Furthermore, the exclusion of specific mechanisms like reclining and tilting features indicates a targeted approach, ensuring that the critical aspects of strength and durability are not overshadowed by secondary elements. Additionally, the standard’s annexes, particularly Annex A and Annex B, contribute to its robustness. Annex A introduces additional tests to evaluate the durability and strength of the seating, while Annex B offers insight into the severity levels of these tests in relation to various applications. This adds significant value, allowing manufacturers to understand the practical implications and necessary rigor based on how the seating will be utilized. Moreover, Annex C's dimensional requirements for office visitor chairs address the ergonomic considerations essential in non-domestic environments, ensuring that seating design not only adheres to safety standards but also promotes comfort for users. The EN 16139:2013 standard is inherently relevant in today’s market, as industries increasingly prioritize safety and quality within workplace environments. By adhering to these stringent requirements, furniture manufacturers can safely meet consumer expectations, thereby enhancing trust and compliance with European regulatory standards. This standard stands as a crucial reference for businesses aiming to produce seating solutions that not only meet the immediate functional needs but also foster lasting durability and safety for users.
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