FIRA International invests in new flammability testing equipment

FIRA International has invested in two new pieces of equipment for its world renowned furniture testing centre to ensure greater accuracy during flammability testing.

The two new flow meters contribute to the furniture flammability match test, in which a flame replicating that of a match is applied to a furniture product or material to assess how it reacts to fire. The flow meter works by flow of gas supplied during the test, to ensure that the desired calorific output of the flame is achieved and maintained correctly.
Current flammability test requirements specify that the gas must be supplied at a flow of 45±2ml/min and at 25ºC (tolerance agreed by labs), FIRA's new flow meters ensures that the flow rate is kept well within the specified tolerances.




FIRA's technical specialist for flammability and physical upholstery, Steven Cotton said, "Ensuring that we offer our clients the best testing service possible is extremely important to us. The addition of the two new flow meters will ensure that our flammability testing will be carried out with even greater accuracy and reliability."





FIRA undertakes flammability testing for items that are destined for both the domestic and contract markets. There is a series of standards and regulations applicable to the flammability of furniture, with different items of furniture having exact requirements to ensure product safety. FIRA's experts are able to advise on the test methods which must be carried out to ensure a product fulfils furniture and furnishings fire and safety regulations before it reaches the market.

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