How does the manufacturer test the table’s resistance to impact or heavy use?

Manufacturers employ rigorous testing protocols to evaluate a table's resistance to impact and heavy use, ensuring long-term durability and customer satisfaction. The primary method involves standardized impact tests, where weighted objects are dropped from specified heights onto critical table areas like edges, corners, and surfaces. This simulates real-world accidents like falling objects. For heavy use assessment, specialized equipment applies repeated cyclic loading—simulating years of normal use within days. Tables undergo weight tests far exceeding typical loads, with some standards requiring support of over 1000 pounds. Industry standards like BIFMA (Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer's Association) provide specific testing parameters, including pendulum tests for edge impacts and leg strength evaluations. Quality control laboratories use advanced machinery to precisely measure force application and material response, identifying potential failure points. Some manufacturers conduct accelerated life testing, replicating decades of use through continuous mechanical stress. Additional assessments include material hardness tests, finish adhesion checks after impact, and structural integrity evaluations following stress tests. These comprehensive procedures help manufacturers identify design weaknesses, select appropriate materials, and ultimately deliver tables that withstand daily demands while meeting safety regulations.