LCA study of a sofa with and without melamine as FR in foam concludes overall health benefits of FR use, comparing toxicity risk of FR presence to health impacts of avoided fires. The study models a three-seat sofa with wooden frame, polyurethane foam cushions and...
Siemens electrical coupling relays use plastic from 70% used food industry frying oil with PIN flame retardants for relays. The 70% bio-based non-halogenated flame retardant polyamide 6 is supplied by pinfa member Envalior. It offers heat and chemical resistance and...
Silma’s multi-function PIN synergist for thermoplastic olefins improves fire performance, processing and compatibility. The non-halogenated liquid additive, without solvents, is effective in thermoplastic olefins (including EVA, LDPE, LLDPE, peroxide cured rubbers … )...
Global supplier Ampacet has launched low- and zero-halogen phosphorus FR polypropylene masterbatches for E&E and construction. The masterbatches meet international standards for non-halogenated materials IEC 61249-2-21 and EN 50642, do not contain antimony, and...
Axelium launches furniture and bedding fire barrier solution based on its organo-silicon PIN flame retardants. The non-halogenated, non-antimony FR treatment can be applied to textiles or foams, including cotton and viscose (regenerated cellulose), to provide...
