Stability Standard Review
A Scoping meeting of Standards Australia (SA) Technical Committee CS-088 was…
Read MoreThe AFRDI Furniture Certification Guide
Our furniture certification guide covers the tests and certifications that should be specified and obtained for each given product category.
Look for our genuine logos and certificates when assessing prospective tenders or purchasing furniture products.
AFRDI Blue Tick & Other Services
AFRDI operates an independent certification system for furniture and furniture components. We exist to raise the standard in the manufacture of furniture items, and reflect the changing social expectations for quality furniture both at work and home.
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AFRDI Bulletin – December 2021
Our Christmas bulletin for 2021 is available…
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AFRDI Bulletin – June 2021
Our mid-year bulletin for 2021 is available…
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AFRDI Bulletin – April 2021
Our first bulletin for 2021 is available…
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AFRDI Bulletin – December 2020
Our Christmas bulletin for 2020 is available…
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AFRDI Position on School and Educational Chair Loads
The new standard AS/NZS 4610.2:2020 Furniture – School and educational Part…
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Size Mark Guide to School & Educational Chairs & Tables
View the Furntech-AFRDI Size Mark Guide to…
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Furntech-AFRDI Bulletin – October 2020
The October 2020 edition of the Furntech-AFRDI…
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Furntech-AFRDI Bulletin – March 2020
The March 2020 edition of the Furntech-AFRDI…
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Guidelines from the ACCC & Product Safety Australia
The ACCC and Product Safety Australia have released two guides, which are central to the work which AFRDI does.
Important Notice on Warranties Against Defects
The Australian Consumer Law (ACL) was introduced as a single national consumer law on 1 January 2011.
Country of Origin Claims & Australian Consumer Law
The ACCC has released a guide that is designed to help businesses and industry groups learn about the ACL provisions relating to country of origin claims and understand how these provisions operate.
Tests Accredited by NATA
AFRDI is accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA) as a public testing service compliant with the general requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Registered Research Agency
Located on the scenic island of Tasmania, AFRDI can conduct testing for products in high risk development categories. Our registered services may attract a tax rebate under the Australian government’s Research and Development support program.
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