EN 12527:1998

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Definitions and symbols
4 Test methods
  4.1 General requirements
  4.2 Wheel play test
  4.3 Swivel play test
  4.4 Electrical resistance test
  4.5 Fatigue test for braking and/or locking device
  4.6 Efficiency check of wheel braking and/or locking device
  4.7 Efficiency check of swivel braking and/or locking device
  4.8 Dynamic test
  4.9 Static test
  4.10 Contact pressure test
  4.11 Chair castor brake performance test
  4.12 Impact test
  4.13 Dynamic test for castors for furniture and swivel
       chairs only
  4.14 Long distance running test
  4.15 Rolling resistance test
  4.16 Swivel resistance test
  4.17 Stem retention test

This standard specifies the test methods and apparatus to be used to check the performance of the castors and wheels. The test to be used and the acceptance criteria, values and applicability relevant to each type of castor and wheel are covered by the specific standards.