A Durability Test of Herculean Proportions The ANSI-BIFMA Caster and Chair Base Trial

Let’s talk about office chairs. Yes, the often underappreciated chair that endures endless abuse—rolling back and forth, spun around, and banged into desks and walls. Yet, like a reliable Labrador, it keeps going. But to withstand all this, it has to pass the ultimate endurance test: the ANSI/BIFMA Caster and Chair Base Durability Test – Cyclic.

In the world of contract-grade office furniture, which is designed to endure the harshest conditions, there’s a standard—and it’s a high one. At Higi, we take this standard seriously. No flimsy, squeaky wheels or creaky bases here. Our chairs are engineered to handle almost anything short of a Category 5 hurricane.

What Exactly is This Test? (And Why Should You Care?)

This test is the Everest of durability exams. It’s designed to check whether the chair base and its casters can survive in the real world—where people lean back too casually, spin around endlessly, and generally abuse their seats.

Here’s how it works: The chair is loaded with a weight, similar to what it would bear in a busy office, and then rolled back and forth—not once, not twice, but thousands of times. It’s tested at different angles and movement ranges, as if a particularly unruly toddler is in control.

At the end of this grueling test, the chair should still roll smoothly, the base should remain rock-solid, and the entire chair should feel as sturdy as the day it left the factory. If a chair passes this test, you can expect it to roll like a Rolls-Royce and endure years of abuse without complaint.

Higi: Exceeding Standards, Because Standards are for Ordinary

At Higi, we don’t just meet BIFMA standards—we go above and beyond because we know that contract-grade office furniture isn’t just for looks. It’s built for the real world, where things get messy. Our chairs are designed to handle the relentless demands of daily office life, all while meeting the strictest standards of quality and durability.

So, when you’re choosing a chair, ask yourself: Do you want something that’s “good enough” to get by? Or do you want something that can withstand years of hard work, chair races in the break room, and all the general mayhem that comes with office life?

At Higi, we think you know the answer.

Conclusion

So there you have it. The ANSI/BIFMA Caster and Chair Base Durability Test – Cyclic isn’t for the faint of heart or flimsy furniture. At Higi, we ensure that every chair can handle the real world, giving you peace of mind and a chair that will stand the test of time. Why settle for less when you can have the best?