*corp Ikea IOS-TM-005

Significance

One of the key functional indexes of the boards used for furniture is to show the force required to pull out the screw. Screw holding strength is a basic performance parameter of the furniture board, and it directly impacts the safety and longevity of furniture products after assembly. The failure of fasteners to retain can result in product instability, injuries to those who use the product, and overall joint failure—which is unacceptable for a global consumer brand. To choose the proper screw size and pull-out methods, precisely measuring the force required to pull a screw from a furniture component is vital to ensure the long-term performance and security of furniture products and an encapsulation of furniture quality and reliability in furniture construction. Presto Stantest's testing solutions deliver the accuracy this standard demands.

Scope

IOS-TM-0057 covers mechanical and physical requirements for both surface and edge screw holding in furniture boards, evaluating fastener retention across multiple test orientations to simulate real-world assembly stresses. The standard applies to furniture components made from various materials, including wood and metal, making it broadly applicable across IKEA's diverse board-based product range. Presto Stantest's tensile testing instruments are fully capable of delivering the controlled, repeatable loading conditions essential for accurate compliance testing under this IKEA proprietary standard.