Testing technologies occupational applications

In just 17 years, the entire field of flame retardancy has taken a giant leap forward and the technology to provide FR synthetic materials has made remarkable progress. Today, flame retardant grades of synthetic polymers have found applications in areas considered impossible a few years ago. One example is the use of polyurethane foam in upholstered furniture for high-risk occupancies such as hotels, prisons and hospitals. Polyurethane foam, which was once described in the press as "solid gasoline" is now formulated to withstand severe fire test exposure without propagating the fire. 

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