Abstract: Every application of textile materials has its own textile fire testing method. In some instances flammability standards are mandatory and specific in legislation and regulations, whereas for some applications flammability testing is at the discretion of the manufacturer and/or the user. Moreover, since most standards are assessed and modified every five years or so, we have attempted to highlight key issues of fabric flammability when tested as single layer fabrics or as a part of a composite, flammability measurements in general and the general principles underlying textile flammability test methods and relevant performance requirements when used in various applications. These are illustrated and exemplified by reference to specific test methods where relevant.
Publication Year: 2008
Publication Date: 2008-01-01
Language: en
Type: book-chapter
Indexed In: ['crossref']
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