Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use - Part 3: Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for tables

This European Standard specifies the mechanical safety requirements and test methods for outdoor tables used by adults for camping, domestic and contract use without regard to materials, design/construction or manufacturing processes. This standard excludes tables using glass in their construction.
This document does not apply to outdoor furniture for severe contract use where higher requirements may be necessary, nor does it apply to street furniture and furniture permanently fixed to the ground/wall.
Annex A (informative) specifies guidelines for purchase information.
Information regarding ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture has not been included.

Außenmöbel - Sitzmöbel und Tische für Camping-, Wohn- und Objektbereich - Teil 3: Mechanische Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Tische

Mobilier d'extérieur - Siege et tables a usages domestique, collectif et de camping - Partie 3: Exigences et essais de sécurité mécanique des tables

La présente Norme européenne prescrit les exigences et les essais de sécurité mécanique des tables d’extérieur pour adultes à usages domestique, collectif et de camping. Elle ne tient pas compte des matériaux, de la conception/construction ou des procédés de fabrication.
Le présent document ne s’applique pas au mobilier d’extérieur destiné à des usages collectifs à fortes contraintes et pouvant nécessiter des exigences plus strictes, ni au mobilier urbain et au mobilier fixé de façon permanente au sol ou au mur.
L’Annexe A (informative) spécifie les instructions générales pour les informations à l’achat.
Le document ne comprend pas d’informations sur le vieillissement et les détériorations dues à la lumière, la température et l’humidité.

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General Information

Status
Withdrawn
Publication Date
15-Aug-2007
Withdrawal Date
20-Sep-2017
Technical Committee
POH - Furniture
Current Stage
9900 - Withdrawal (Adopted Project)
Start Date
20-Sep-2017
Due Date
13-Oct-2017
Completion Date
21-Sep-2017

Relations

Effective Date
01-Sep-2007
Effective Date
01-Nov-2017

Frequently Asked Questions

SIST EN 581-3:2007 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use - Part 3: Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for tables". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the mechanical safety requirements and test methods for outdoor tables used by adults for camping, domestic and contract use without regard to materials, design/construction or manufacturing processes. This standard excludes tables using glass in their construction. This document does not apply to outdoor furniture for severe contract use where higher requirements may be necessary, nor does it apply to street furniture and furniture permanently fixed to the ground/wall. Annex A (informative) specifies guidelines for purchase information. Information regarding ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture has not been included.

This European Standard specifies the mechanical safety requirements and test methods for outdoor tables used by adults for camping, domestic and contract use without regard to materials, design/construction or manufacturing processes. This standard excludes tables using glass in their construction. This document does not apply to outdoor furniture for severe contract use where higher requirements may be necessary, nor does it apply to street furniture and furniture permanently fixed to the ground/wall. Annex A (informative) specifies guidelines for purchase information. Information regarding ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture has not been included.

SIST EN 581-3:2007 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.

SIST EN 581-3:2007 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 581-3:2001, SIST EN 581-3:2017. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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Standards Content (Sample)


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Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use - Part 3:
Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for tables
Außenmöbel - Sitzmöbel und Tische für Camping-, Wohn- und Objektbereich - Teil 3:
Mechanische Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Tische
Mobilier d'extérieur - Siege et tables a usages domestique, collectif et de camping -
Partie 3: Exigences et essais de sécurité mécanique des tables
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 581-3:2007
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.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 581-3
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
April 2007
ICS 97.140; 97.200.30 Supersedes EN 581-3:1999
English Version
Outdoor furniture - Seating and tables for camping, domestic
and contract use - Part 3: Mechanical safety requirements and
test methods for tables
Mobilier d'extérieur - Siège et tables à usages domestique, Außenmöbel - Sitzmöbel und Tische für Camping-, Wohn-
collectif et de camping - Partie 3: Exigences et essais de und Objektbereich - Teil 3: Mechanische
sécurité mécanique des tables Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Tische
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 15 March 2007.
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 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 Management Centre has the same status as the
official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,
Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATION
COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION
EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG
Management Centre: rue de Stassart, 36  B-1050 Brussels
© 2007 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 581-3:2007: E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents Page
Foreword.3
1 Scope.4
2 Normative references.4
3 Terms and definitions .4
4 General test conditions.4
5 Test equipment.5
5.1 General.5
5.2 Floor.5
5.3 Steel test tube .5
6 Test methods and requirements .5
6.1 General.5
6.2 Stability.5
6.2.1 Stability test under vertical load .5
6.2.2 Tables where the structure is intended to support a parasol. .7
6.3 Vertical static load test.7
6.3.1 Vertical static load on the table top .7
6.3.2 Vertical static load test on end extensions.9
6.4 Horizontal fatigue test .9
6.5 Test sequence and test parameters.13
7 Instruction for use .13
8 Test report.14
Annex A (informative) Purchase information (Guidelines) .15
Annex B (informative) Significant technical changes in revised edition of this standard .16

Foreword
This document (EN 581-3:2007) 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 October 2007, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at
the latest by October 2007.
This document supersedes EN 581-3:1999.
Informative Annex B provides details of significant technical changes between this European Standard and
the previous edition.
This document consists of following parts with the general title, Outdoor furniture – Seating and tables for
camping, domestic and contract use:
Part 1: General safety requirements
Part 2 (ENV): Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for sampling
Part 4: (CEN/TR) Requirements and test methods for durability under the influence of climatic conditions
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, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain,
Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This European Standard specifies the mechanical safety requirements and test methods for outdoor tables
used by adults for camping, domestic and contract use without regard to materials, design/construction or
manufacturing processes.
This document does not apply to outdoor furniture for severe contract use where higher requirements may be
necessary, nor does it apply to street furniture and furniture permanently fixed to the ground/wall.
Annex A (informative) specifies guidelines for purchase information.
Information regarding ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture has not been
included.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. 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 1730, Domestic furniture – Tables – Test methods for determination of strength, durability and stability
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
outdoor tables for contract use
outdoor tables intended for non-private use in places with public access such as restaurants, open-air
swimming pools, beaches and vocational and leisure sites
3.2
outdoor tables for domestic use
outdoor tables intended for private use in places without public access such as gardens, winter gardens,
terraces, balconies etc…
3.3
outdoor tables for camping use
outdoor tables, foldable or knock-down and light-weight, intended for use in connection with camping and
travelling
4 General test conditions
The general test conditions shall be as specified in EN 1730 with the exception of the conditioning time, which
shall be at least 24 h, instead of 1 week.
The tests are described in term
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SIST EN 581-3:2007は、アウトドア用のテーブルに関するメカニカルセーフティ要件および試験方法を定めた重要な欧州基準です。この基準は、成人向けのキャンプ用、家庭用、契約用のテーブルを対象としており、使用される材料、デザイン/構造、製造プロセスに関係なく適用されます。これにより、さまざまなタイプのテーブルに対して一貫した安全性を確保することが可能です。 この基準の強みは、アウトドアテーブルの機械的な安全性に特化している点です。具体的には、テーブルの強度や安定性に関する基準が明確に示されているため、安全な使用を求める消費者や業者にとって重要な指針となります。また、ガラスを含む構造のテーブルは除外されているため、より強固で長-lasting な材料に焦点を当てることができるのも利点です。 SIST EN 581-3:2007の適用範囲は広範で、個人のキャンプ使用だけでなく、契約用途にも適用されるため、業務用の環境でも適切です。一方、厳しい契約用途に関しては別の要件が求められる可能性があるため、特定の用途における安全性を確認することが重要です。さらに、道路家具や壁に永久に固定された家具には適用されないため、使用シチュエーションごとの注意が必要です。 付属文書Aでは、購入に関する情報を提供するためのガイドラインが示されており、消費者が適切なアウトドアテーブルを選択する一助となります。しかし、老化や光、温度、湿気による劣化に関する情報が含まれていない点については、今後の改訂での改善が期待されます。 全体として、SIST EN 581-3:2007は、アウトドア家具における安全性を確保し、消費者や製造業者にとって信頼性の高い基準を提供するものであり、その relevance はますます重要性を増しています。

The SIST EN 581-3:2007 standard is a critical guideline that outlines the mechanical safety requirements and test methods for outdoor tables intended for use in camping, domestic environments, and contract settings. Its comprehensive scope makes it immensely relevant for manufacturers and consumers alike, ensuring that outdoor furniture meets established safety criteria regardless of the materials, design, or manufacturing processes employed-except for glass materials. One of the standard's main strengths lies in its focus on safety, which is paramount for outdoor furniture utilized by adults. By clearly specifying mechanical safety requirements, it mitigates risks associated with structural failures that could lead to accidents. This detail-oriented approach enhances consumer confidence in the durability and reliability of outdoor tables. The exclusion of certain furniture types, such as those constructed with glass and outdoor furniture designed for severe contract use, demonstrates a targeted approach, allowing the standard to address specific needs while recognizing where different safety or performance criteria may be necessary. Additionally, the standard's differentiation between casual and severe contract use helps delineate expectations for quality and safety standards, ensuring that manufacturers can focus on relevant design specifications. Furthermore, the inclusion of Annex A serves as a valuable resource by providing guidelines for purchase information, optimizing the decision-making process for consumers and businesses alike. However, the omission of information concerning the effects of aging and degradation due to environmental factors such as light, temperature, and moisture is notable; addressing these aspects could further strengthen the standard's applicability to real-world scenarios. Overall, the SIST EN 581-3:2007 standard plays a pivotal role in standardizing mechanical safety requirements and test methods for outdoor tables, reinforcing the importance of safety in outdoor furniture design and use while fostering confidence among stakeholders in the industry.

Die Norm SIST EN 581-3:2007 behandelt die mechanischen Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfmethoden für Tische im Freien, die für Erwachsene in Camping-, privaten und gewerblichen Anwendungen verwendet werden. Ihre Relevanz erstreckt sich über eine Vielzahl von Einsatzbereichen und gewährleistet die Sicherheit der Nutzer, indem klare Richtlinien für die mechanische Stabilität und Sicherheit der Tische festgelegt werden. Ein wesentliches Merkmal der Norm ist ihre Unabhängigkeit von Materialien, Design oder Herstellungsprozessen, was eine breite Anwendbarkeit für unterschiedliche Herstellungsverfahren und Produkte ermöglicht. Dies trägt dazu bei, dass Herstellern eine flexiblere Gestaltung ihrer Produkte erlaubt wird, während sie dennoch die grundlegenden Sicherheitsanforderungen erfüllen können, die für den Gebrauch im Freien notwendig sind. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die klare Abgrenzung des Anwendungsbereichs. Die Norm schließt ausdrücklich Tische aus, die aus Glas bestehen, was für Hersteller und Verbraucher von Bedeutung ist, da dies potenzielle Sicherheitsrisiken berücksichtigt und auf spezifische Sicherheitsstandards abstellt. Darüber hinaus wird deutlich, dass die Norm nicht für Möbel für extremen Vertragsgebrauch oder für dauerhaft im Freien befestigte Möbel gilt, was sicherstellt, dass die Anforderungen an die Haltbarkeit in diesen spezifischen Bereichen nicht unter den allgemeinen Anforderungen der Norm stehen. Die informative Anlage A bietet zusätzliche Leitlinien für Kaufinformationen, was es Verbrauchern erleichtert, informierte Entscheidungen zu treffen. Obwohl Hinweise zu Alterung und Abbaueffekten durch Licht, Temperatur und Feuchtigkeit nicht in die Norm aufgenommen wurden, bleibt die Norm für ihre Zielsetzung, Sicherheit und Stabilität von Outdoor-Tischen zu regulieren, dennoch von großer Bedeutung. Insgesamt bietet die SIST EN 581-3:2007 einen soliden Rahmen für die mechanischen Sicherheitsanforderungen und Testmethoden von Tischen für den Außenbereich. Die Stärkung der Sicherheitsstandards und die Berücksichtigung von verschiedenen Verwendungszwecken machen diese Norm zu einem wichtigen Bestandteil für die Entwicklung und den Einsatz von Outdoor-Möbeln.

SIST EN 581-3:2007 표준은 캠핑, 가정용 및 계약용으로 사용되는 야외 테이블에 대한 기계적 안전 요구사항 및 시험 방법을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 성인이 사용하는 야외 테이블에 적용되며, 재료, 디자인/구성 또는 제조 과정에 관계없이 적용됩니다. 특히 유리로 구성된 테이블은 이 표준의 적용에서 제외됩니다. 이는 안전성 보장을 위한 명확한 기준들을 마련하여 제작자와 사용자가 신뢰할 수 있는 제품을 설계하고 선택하는 데 도움을 줍니다. 또한, 표준은 심각한 계약용으로 사용되는 야외 가구에는 적용되지 않으며, 이 경우 더 높은 요구사항이 필요할 수 있음을 명시하고 있습니다. 이러한 조항은 다양한 사용 환경에서 안전한 제품을 제공하기 위한 철저한 기준을 강조하며, 사용자의 안전을 최우선으로 고려하고 있음을 보여줍니다. 부록 A에서는 구매 정보에 대한 지침을 제공하여 사용자와 제조업체 간의 정보 전달을 원활하게 하고, 보다 안전하고 적합한 제품 선택을 도와줍니다. 다만, 노화 및 열, 습도에 의해 발생하는 열화에 관한 정보는 포함되어 있지 않으므로, 사용자들은 추가적인 고려가 필요한 부분임을 인식해야합니다. 전체적으로 SIST EN 581-3:2007 표준은 야외 테이블의 기계적 안전성을 보장하고, 사용자에게 안전한 사용 환경을 제공하기 위한 충분한 기준을 갖추고 있습니다. 이러한 면에서 이 표준은 야외 가구 산업에서 매우 중요한 역할을 수행하며, 안전하고 효율적인 제품 설계를 위한 필수적인 지침을 제시합니다.

La norme SIST EN 581-3:2007 se positionne comme une référence essentielle concernant les exigences de sécurité mécanique et les méthodes d'essai pour les tables extérieures destinées à un usage associatif, domestique et contractuel. Son champ d'application est clairement défini, englobant les tables pour adultes, tout en spécifiant qu'elle ne s'applique pas aux matériaux, à la conception ou aux processus de fabrication, ce qui assure une grande flexibilité pour les fabricants. Parmi ses points forts, cette norme établit des exigences de sécurité mécanique rigoureuses, garantissant que les tables répondent à des critères de durabilité et de robustesse. L'absence d'exigences spécifiques pour les meubles en verre renforce la pertinence de cette norme pour un large éventail de produits, tout en gardant un focus sur la sécurité. En outre, l'exclusion des meubles de grande envergure ou ceux fixés de façon permanente montre une approche réfléchie, se concentrant sur des applications où les exigences de sécurité peuvent être standards. L'Annexe A du document, qui fournit des lignes directrices pour les informations d'achat, renforce également sa valeur, facilitant ainsi la prise de décision pour les consommateurs et les professionnels. Cependant, il est important de noter que l'absence d'informations concernant le vieillissement et la dégradation dus à la lumière, à la température et à l'humidité pourrait être perçue comme une lacune, surtout dans un contexte où ces facteurs peuvent affecter la longévité et la sécurité des meubles d'extérieur. En somme, la norme SIST EN 581-3:2007 est pertinente et essentielle pour quiconque cherche à garantir la sécurité mécanique des tables extérieures. Sa capacité à fournir un cadre pour l'évaluation et la certification de ces meubles en fait un outil précieux pour les fabricants, les fournisseurs et les utilisateurs finaux.