Table of Contents

1 -  AS 5079.1-2003 FILING CABINETS - LATERAL FILING CABINETS (ANSI BIFMA X5.2-1997, MOD)
4 -  PREFACE
5 -  CONTENTS
7 -  1 Scope
8 -  2 Definitions
8 -  2.1 acceptance level:
8 -  2.2 accessory item:
8 -  2.3 adjustable glides:
8 -  2.4 anti-rebound:
8 -  2.5 cabinet:
8 -  2.6 case:
8 -  2.7 caution label:
8 -  2.8 clear dimensions:
8 -  2.8.1 clear depth:
8 -  2.8.2 clear height:
8 -  2.8.3 clear width:
8 -  2.9 clear space:
8 -  2.10 closed:
8 -  2.11 compartments:
8 -  2.12 compressor:
8 -  2.13 counterweights:
8 -  2.14 cycle:
8 -  2.15 doors:
8 -  2.16 EDP extendible member:
9 -  2.17 extendible member:
9 -  2.18 force:
9 -  2.19 fully extended:
9 -  2.20 functional load:
9 -  2.21 ganging:
9 -  2.22 interlock:
9 -  2.23 lateral file:
9 -  2.24 lbf.:
9 -  2.25 leveled:
9 -  2.26 load:
9 -  2.27 lock:
9 -  2.28 loss of serviceability:
9 -  2.29 N (Newtons):
9 -  2.30 proof load:
9 -  2.31 pull:
9 -  2.32 stability:
9 -  2.33 stops:
9 -  2.34 suspension:
9 -  2.35 test platform:
9 -  2.36 tip over:
11 -  3 General
11 -  3.1 Types of Tests
11 -  3.2 Tolerances
11 -  3.3 Manufacturer’s Instructions
13 -  3.4 Loading Guidelines
13 -  3.4.1 Loading Material for Extendible Members
13 -  3.4.2 Loading Guidelines for Dynamic Testing of Extendible Members with Bottom Supported Loads
13 -  3.4.3 Loading Guidelines for Dynamic Testing of Extendible Members without Bottom Supported Loads.
15 -  3.5 Test Report Format
17 -  4 Retention Test
17 -  4.1 Purpose of Test
17 -  4.2 Test Setup
17 -  4.3 Test Procedure
17 -  4.4 Acceptance Level
19 -  5 Stability Tests
19 -  5.1 Purpose of Test
19 -  5.2 Test #1 Setup
19 -  5.3 Test # 1 - Procedure
21 -  5.4 Test #2 - Setup
21 -  5.5 Test #2 - Procedure
21 -  5.6 Acceptance Level for Test #1 and Test #2.
23 -  6 Rebound Test
23 -  6.1 Purpose of Test
23 -  6.2 Test Setup
23 -  6.3 Test Procedure
23 -  6.4 Acceptance Level
25 -  7 Out Stop Test
25 -  7.1 Purpose of Test
25 -  7.2 Test Setup
25 -  7.3 Test Procedure
25 -  7.4 Acceptance Level
27 -  8 Lock Test
27 -  8.1 Purpose of Test
27 -  8.2 Test Setup
29 -  8.3 Test Procedure
29 -  8.4 Acceptance Level
31 -  9 Extendible Member Cycle Test
31 -  9.1 Purpose of Test
31 -  9.2 Test Setup
33 -  9.3 Test Procedure
33 -  9.3.1 Cycling Test for Extendible Members with Clear Height < 305 mm (12 in.)
33 -  9.3.2 Cycling Tests for Extendible Members with Clear Height > 305 mm (12 in.)
35 -  9.4 Acceptance Level
37 -  10 Interlock Test
37 -  10.1 Purpose of Test
37 -  10.2 Test Setup
37 -  10.3 Test Procedure
37 -  10.4 Acceptance Level
39 -  11 Drop Test for Receding Door
39 -  11.1 Purpose of Test
39 -  11.2 Test Setup
39 -  11.3 Test Procedure
39 -  11.4 Acceptance Level
41 -  12 Cycling Test for Horizontal Receding Door
41 -  12.1 Purpose of Test
41 -  12.2 Test Setup
41 -  12.3 Test Procedure
41 -  12.4 Acceptance Level
43 -  13 Strength Test
43 -  13.1 Purpose of Test
43 -  13.2 Test Setup
43 -  13.3 Test Procedures
43 -  13.3.1 Top Functional Load Test
43 -  13.3.2 Top Proof Load Test
45 -  13.3.3 Shelf Functional Load Test
45 -  13.3.4 Shelf Proof Load Test
45 -  13.3.5 Extendible Member Proof Load Test
45 -  13.4 Acceptance Levels
45 -  13.4.1 Top Functional Load Test
45 -  13.4.2 Top Proof Load Test
45 -  13.4.3 Shelf Functional Load Test
45 -  13.4.4 Shelf Proof Load Test
45 -  13.4.5 Extendible Member Proof Load Test
47 -  14 Racking Resistance Test
47 -  14.1 Purpose of Test
47 -  14.2 Test Setup
47 -  14.3 Test Procedure
47 -  14.4 Acceptance Level
49 -  15 Pull Force Test
49 -  15.1 Purpose of Test
49 -  15.2 Test Setup
49 -  15.3 Test Procedure
49 -  15.4 Acceptance Level
50 -  APPENDIX ZZ - VARIATIONS TO ANSI BIFMA X5.2-1997 FOR AUSTRALIA
50 -  ZZ1 INTRODUCTION
50 -  ZZ2 VARIATIONS

Abstract

RECONFIRMATION NOTICE
Technical Committee CS-088 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.
Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.
Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 24 January 2014.
The following are represented on Technical Committee CS-088:

Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Australian Industry Group
Australia Post
Business New Zealand
Furnishing Industry Association of Australia
Furniture Association of New Zealand
Furntech-AFRDI
New Zealand Ergonomics Society
National Retailers Association
Plastics and Chemicals Industries Association
Plastics New Zealand

Scope

This standard is intended to provide manufacturers, specifiers, and users with a common basis for evaluating the function, safety, durability, and structural adequacy of free-standing lateral files. The standard defines specific tests, the laboratory equipment, and the test conditions. It specifies the acceptance levels to evaluate these products, independent of construction materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical and/or aesthetic designs. These acceptance levels are based on the actual field and test experience of The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturer’s Association (BIFMA) members. These tests are not intended to assess a product that has been in use.

General Product Information

Published
Document Type	Standard
Status	Current
Publisher	Standards Australia
ProductNote	Reconfirmed 19/02/2014. This standard has been reconfirmed in Australia in 2014 and remains current in New Zealand. Reconfirmation Notice 19/02/2014
Pages
ISBN
Committee	CS-088
Supersedes	DR 03363-03365 CP DR 03363 CP