The Empire of Insufferable Characters

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

ASTM E-84 Class A (Adhered) is tested by the American Society for Testing and Materials. This test method is conducted to determine the burning behavior of the material by observing the flame spread. The smoke developed index is also indicated.

California Bulletin 117E is tested by the California Bureau of Home Furnishings and Thermal Insulation. This method is a vertical flame test that measures the ease of ignition and the burning rate when a small open flame comes in contact with the fabric surface for one second.

The light fastness of the fabric is 40 hours Class 5 (AATCC 16A). It was tested by the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. The method tests the colorfastness to light.
Sunday, July 25, 2010

Pan Klein

UFAC Class 1 is tested by the Upholstered Furniture Action Council. It is a basic testing method that determines the flammability performance level of the upholstered fabric in contact with polyurethane foam, specifically cigarette ignition resistance.

NFPA 260 Class 1 is tested by the National Fire Protection Association. They use standard methods of tests and classification system for cigarette ignition resistance of components of upholstered furniture.

ASTM E-84 Class A (Adhered) is tested by the American Society for Testing and Materials. This test method is conducted to determine the burning behavior of the material by observing the flame spread. The smoke developed index is also indicated.