Fire Retardants in Plastics (USA)

Fire Retardants in Plastics (USA)

The US flame retardants conference, Philadelphia, 26th-27th April 2023, including a panel discussion led by pinfa-NA. The conference covers trends, regulations, new applications, developments in formulation and technology in the fire retardant industry. pinfa-NA will...
EAPFP says fire safety key to sustainability

EAPFP says fire safety key to sustainability

Input to the CPR revision says fire performance should be a key performance indicator for building sustainability. The European Association for Passive Fire Protection (EAPFP) welcomes the proposed revised legislative text for the Construction Products Regulation...
New UK group for passive fire safety

New UK group for passive fire safety

The Passive Fire Knowledge Group is set up by the Finishes and Interiors Sector (FIS) federation to change fire culture. Initial members include “tier 1” contractors (large, general works contracting companies), installers, the Association for Specialist Fire...
Comparison of railway fire safety standards

Comparison of railway fire safety standards

Report to federal administration suggests the US should consider material fire performance and smoke toxicity criteria possibly comparable to European railway requirements. The report compares US railroad rolling stock fire safety regulations to those in the EU, Japan...
Fire challenges of tomorrow’s technologies

Fire challenges of tomorrow’s technologies

Fire expert Jürgen Troitzsch calls for materials fire safety standards for Internet of Things, e-mobility and electronics. Passive fire safety regulations and standards must be adapted to the new technologies and societal megatrends of the 21st century. Numbers of...