Seat Posts and Seats Testing and Inspection
Seat posts and seats are vital for rider comfort and safety. QIMA offers comprehensive testing and inspection services to ensure these components meet high quality and safety standards.
Testing Services:
- Static strength test: Applying a specified vertical downward force to the seat/seat post to assess its ability to withstand high loads without permanent deformation or failure.
- Fatigue test: Subjecting the seat and seat post to repeated loading cycles to simulate long-term use and ensure the components can withstand the expected lifetime of the bicycle without failure.
- Impact test: Dropping a specified mass onto the seat from a given height to evaluate the seat and seat post's ability to absorb sudden impacts without failure.
- Corrosion resistance test: Exposing the seat post to a salt spray environment to assess its resistance to corrosion, which could lead to premature failure.
- Marking and labeling verification: Ensuring that the seat post and seat are properly marked with the required information, such as the manufacturer's name, model number, and any necessary warnings or instructions.
Mandatory Tests (EN and DIN Standards):
- DIN EN ISO 4210: Safety requirements and test methods for city, trekking, mountain, and racing bicycles.
- EN 15194: Safety requirements and test methods for electrically power assisted cycles.
- DIN 79010: Bicycle seat posts and seats – Testing and requirements for seat posts and seats.
Why Choose QIMA?
- Advanced Facilities: Our labs are equipped with state-of-the-art testing equipment to provide accurate and reliable results.
- Experienced Technicians: Our team of experts has extensive experience in testing and inspecting bike handlebars and stems.
- Detailed Reporting: Receive comprehensive reports with clear and actionable recommendations.
