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Flame Retardants: Preventing Fires and Protecting Consumers
2018 / 01 / 15
As consumer products continue to evolve and improve, from lighter and faster computers to energy-saving building materials and construction methods to more fuel-efficient cars, fire safety technology allows these products to comply with domestic safety standards and laws. Flame retardants are materials that can be used in products, made from plastics, textiles, foams or wood, to reduce the chances of a fire starting and to delay the spread of fire once it starts. Using the best science and research available, Novista Group works to support the use of flame retardants in the defense against deadly fires and in the preservation of life and property.
Are all flame retardants the same?
2018 / 01 / 02
Flame retardants are not all the same, and they are not interchangeable when it comes to the fire safety of materials and products. A variety of flame retardants is necessary because the elements in flame retardants react differently with fire. In addition, materials that need to be made fire-resistant are very different in their physical nature and chemical composition, and they behave differently during combustion. As a result, chemical manufacturers have developed different flame-retardant chemistries to suit different products to render them fire-resistant and allow them to retain their intended functionality and performance standards. Further innovation by the chemical manufacturing industry will be required to keep pace with advancements in technology, and, with it, a steady increase in new products.
Since so many people no longer smoke cigarettes, doesn`t that reduce the need for flame retardants?
2018 / 01 / 02
Despite intended advancements to make cigarettes [fire safe," cigarettes are still a leading cause of home fire deaths, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Cooking fires are the leading cause of home structure fires and home fire injuries. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that about 85 percent of all United States fire deaths in 2009 occurred in homes. Other major causes of home-structure fires cited by the NFPA include heating equipment (e.g., portable and fixed space heaters, central heating units, water heaters), which ranked second, and electrical distribution and lighting equipment, which ranked fourth. Fires started intentionally ranked third. Regardless of the original source of ignition, the presence of flame retardants plays a unique role in helping to prevent the fire from starting and delaying or avoiding flashover, increasing chances for escape. In addition, the protective benefits of flame retardants are critical for at-risk populations. In research released in May 2011, The NFPA found the populations at highest risk for home fire-related deaths were children under the age of five and over the age of 65.
Over the last few years, have any flame retardants been removed from the market?
2017 / 12 / 18
Discussions between the Environmental Protection Agency and manufacturers and importers of DecaBDE (decabromodiphenyl ether) resulted in an EPA-Industry DecaBDE Phase-Out Initiative in 2009. As part of the initiative, leading producers of DecaBDE have committed to voluntarily phasing out the production of decaBDE in the United States by 2013. DecaBDE is an effective flame retardant that has been used in transportation, electrical products and electronics, textiles and upholstered furniture for more than 30 years. At the same time, the voluntary decision to phase out production and offer customers alternative products represents the industry`s continued engagement in promoting a wide range of effective and sustainable flame retardants. In 2004, the only U.S. manufacturer of penta-brominated diphenyl ether (PentaBDE) and octabromodiphenyl ether (OctaBDE) voluntarily phased out the production and use of these chemicals. PentaBDE and OctaBDE were used as flame retardants in products including foam furniture, electronics and appliances. Subsequently, the EPA also ruled that no new manufacture or import of these two chemicals could occur without first going through an EPA evaluation. As of June 2011, eleven states have enacted legislation banning both chemicals.
why are flame retardants still necessary?
2017 / 12 / 11
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the number of reported fires in the United States decreased by seven percent from 2008 to 2009. In addition, between 1977 and 2009, civilian fire deaths declined from 7,395 to 3,010 respectively. Flame retardants have played a key role in reducing the incidence of fire. Unfortunately, despite the perceptions of some that fires are no longer a cause for concern, fire dangers continue to exist. The NFPA reported that in 2009: 1,348,500 fires were reported in the United States These fires caused 3,010 civilian deaths and 17,050 civilian injuries. All fires caused $12.5 billion in property damage. A fire department responded to a fire every 23 seconds. One civilian fire injury was reported every 31 minutes. One civilian fire death occurred every two hours and 55 minutes. Flame retardants have proven to work and continue to be an important component in the overall effort to address the dangerous consequences of fire, prevent fire-related injuries and protect lives. The use of flame retardants in upholstered furniture is a clear example of how flame retardants can be effective in protecting lives and preventing injuries. According to the National Fire Protection Association, fires originating in upholstered furniture account for more than 20 percent of all fire-related deaths in residential structures. Currentl
What are the protective benefits of flame retardants?
2017 / 12 / 04
Flame retardants play a unique role in fire prevention and fire safety. They not only prevent fires from starting, but if a fire does occur, they slow down the spread of the fire and improve the opportunity for safe escape. Their role in delaying flashover, for example, is especially critical to escaping the deadly consequences of fire. Flashover occurs when every flammable object in a room bursts into flames at the same time as a result of a combination of intense heat and the release of flammable gases. This can occur in just a few minutes, and flame retardants` function in slowing this process down can be the difference between life and death. The benefits of flame retardants are well documented in studies and in real life examples. The August 2005 fiery crash of a passenger jet in Toronto, Canada, in which all 309 people aboard survived, is one example. On August 5, 2005, the Washington Post reported, [The fire-retardant material now required in aircraft cabins may have helped slow the spread of flames and smoke, enabling all crew members and passengers to escape." The plane was subject to [new regulations requiring fire-retardant treatment of seat cushions, carpet and other materials-" In September 2009, at a conference on flame retardants and firefighter health, the Materials Flammability Group of the National Institute of Standards and Technology presented the
Fire Safety Requirements in Furnishings
2017 / 11 / 25
There are no U.S. federal standards regulating upholstered furnishings. However, the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CSPC) is in the process of drafting federal safety standards for these products. In 1975, with the implementation of Technical Bulletin 117 (TB 117), California became the first state to set some flammability requirements for upholstered furniture paddings, and it is still the only state with fire safety regulations for upholstered furniture. California`s TB 117 requires upholstered furniture paddings to withstand 12 seconds of an open flame without spreading the flame. In the United States, fire codes set by the International Fire Code and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), and the NFPA`s Life Safety Code require that upholstered furniture in health care facilities and university and college dormitories without building sprinkler systems, and all detention facilities must meet the requirements of California Technical Bulletin 133. This standard requires upholstered furniture to meet certain thresholds for heat release. Those same locations are required by these codes to comply with a test for cigarette smoldering. For residential upholstered furniture, manufacturers, who are members of the Upholstered Furniture Action Council (UFAC), voluntarily comply with the UFAC smoldering test, which tests upholstery`s resistance to ignition from smoldering cigarettes.
How Flame Retardants Are Used in Building and Construction
2017 / 11 / 11
Flame retardants are used in building materials and products to meet important fire safety standards and codes. Flame retardants stop or slow the spread of fire and provide critical escape time should a fire start, which is especially important for the most vulnerable populations. Learn more how flame retardants work. In research results released in May 2011, the National Fire Protection Association found the populations at highest risk for home fire-related deaths were children under the age of five and seniors over the age of 65. Specifically, flame retardants are used to raise the threshold temperature at which a material ignites, reduce the rate at which materials burn, and minimize the spread of flames. Three major categories of building materials that require the fire-protective benefits of flame retardants include cables and electrical wires, insulation and structural elements. Cables and Electrical Wiring Today`s modern structures contain a large volume of electrical wires and cables to power EEE from phones and computers to heating systems and elevators. Electrical and communications equipment that feeds into various rooms of a building is usually bundled together and can run vertically from floor to floor behind the walls of a structure, potentially increasing the fire risks from short circuits and other electrical malfunctions. If one wire is the cause of a fire, for example, it potentially affects all of
EEE Products that Use Flame Retardants
2017 / 11 / 04
The use of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) is pervasive everywhere we live, work and do business. We rely on these products and devices to work properly-and safely-and we rarely think about how they are made. Flame retardants are incorporated into a wide variety of electrical and electronic products used by consumers, businesses, and the medical and transportation industries to meet fire safety standards. These include complex electrical and electronic devices that demand high performance electrical properties, but must also have important fire-resistant characteristics, such as those used in military applications. The diverse EEE applications and product uses, from the USB ports and insulated cables we plug into our computers to the printed wiring boards in the control panels of jets, all have different flame retardant needs. As a result, flame retardant solutions are carefully matched to the materials used in each application. Learn more about how flame retardants work. Some of the many examples of pro
Electrical and Electronic Equipment: Types of Flame Retardants Used in EEE Applications
2017 / 10 / 28
Flame retardants are an important component in reducing the devastating impact of fires on people, property and the environment. Their areas of application in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) vary depending on the materials being used, the function of the product, and the level of fire resistance that must be achieved based on fire safety standards. Flame retardants have unique characteristics, and, as a result, need to be matched appropriately to the materials used. In wires and cables, for example, the flame retardants used must meet fire safety requirements developed specifically for these products because they have the potential for spreading a fire to the electrical socket, and to walls and curtains. The level of flame retardancy required for printed wiring boards used in consumer mobile phones is different than that of wiring boards used in computer servers or in telecommunications or aerospace applications. Higher electrical and mechanical performance demands must be met with flame retardants that can achieve higher flammability and fire resistance standards, without affecting a product`s performance specifications. When it comes to fire safety, one size does not fit all. Specific flame retardants must be selected carefully to meet fire safety standards, electrical and mechanical requirements. The following classes of flame retardants used in EEE
Chlorinated Polyethylene Market Global Forecasts to 2021
2017 / 04 / 22
The global chlorinated polyethylene market is projected to grow from USD 395.4 Million in 2015 to USD 620.2 Million by 2021, at a CAGR of 8.0% between 2016 and 2021. Chlorinated polyethylene is a family of thermoplastics produced by the chlorination of high-density polyethylene. Based on grade, chlorinated polyethylene can be classified into CPE 135A, CPE 135B, and others. In 2015, the CPE 135A grade segment led the global market, in terms of volume. Growth in the CPE 135A grade segment of the global market can be attributed to the increased usage of CPE 135A grade in the impact modifier application. Similarly, based on application, in 2015, the impact modifier segment accounted for the largest share of the global market, in terms of volume. Huge demand for PVC siding, pipes, window profiles, doors, and fences, among others from the building & construction industry drives growth of impact modifiers in this market. For more information, please contect Novista.
2017 / 04 / 17
Flexible sheeting industry is experiencing high growth in Asia Pacific region due to growing construction and electrical industries. These two industries are driven by changing lifestyle and rising disposable income.Further, rising demand from automobile hoses and industrial hoses is expected to fuel the chlorinated polyethylene resins and elastomers market growth. Owing to properties such as ozone resistance, chemical resistance, oil resistance and temperature resistance, CPE has become ideal choice for applications such as oil tubes, power steering tubes, delivery tubes of cooling fluids. It can be also used for vent and vacuum tubes in automotive. Automobile industry is driven by global demand for various types of automotives for variety of applications. Industrial hoses are used for chemical delivery and oil delivery in difference machineries of manufacturing plants. For more information, please contact us Novista Group Co., Ltd.
What's the usage of CPE in plastics?
2017 / 04 / 08
CPE is the standardized acronym for thermoplastic chlorinated polyethylene elastomer, which is produced by chlorination of polyethylene. The chlorine content could be as high as 70% by weight, but the current grades have a chlorine content in the range of 25% up to 42%. Chlorinated polyethylene elastomers (CPE) and resins have excellent physical and mechanical properties, such as resistance to oils, temperature, chemicals, and weather. They can also exhibit superior compression set resistance, flame retardancy, tensile strength and abrasion resistance. CPE polymers can range from rigid thermoplastics to a flexible elastomer, making them highly versatile. These polymers are used in a variety of end-use applications such as wire and cable jacketing, roofing, automotive and industrial hose and tubing, molding and extrusion, and as a base polymer. CPE blends well with many types of plastics such as Polyethylene, EVA, and PVC. Such blends can be formed into final products with adequate dimensional stability without the need of vulcanization. The excellent additive/filler acceptability characteristics of CPE can provide a benefit in blends where compound performance and economics are critical. For more infomation, you can follow and contact with Novista Group.
overview of Lead Stabiliser in china
2017 / 04 / 01
Lead is an abundant metal which has been exploited since mining began in ancient historical times. In 1998 lead consumption in OECD countries amounted to 5.2 million tonnes (6 million tones worldwide). Lead has the longest history as a stabiliser for PVC. Lead compounds are a cost-effective form of stabiliser used for PVC. Their stabilising effects are excellent and used for PVC products with long service life and required to endure longer fabrication (heating) hours. Use has been decreasing as a result of the Vinyl 2010 substitution commitment;, they now represent only about of total stabilizers used in PVC applications. A number of different lead compounds are used in PVC formulations in order to provide optimum performance in a particular application. For more information, please check Novista product list.
PVC additive solutions for PVC window Profile
2017 / 03 / 29
If we make PVC window profile, the raw materials beside PVC resin and Calcium carbonate, the PVC additive we will use as follows: 1. PVC stabilizer(Lead based one pack stabilizer or non-toxicl PVC stabilier 2. Stearic acid or Loxiol G60(used as internal lubricants) 3. Polyehtylene wax or loxiol G70(used as external lubricants) 4.Impact modifier CPE135A(Increase impact strength and toughness ) 5.Processing aid ACR401(decrease plasticizing temperature, improve plasticization) 6.Titanium dioxide rutile( use as white pigments) 7.Optical brightener OB-1( whitening plastics) Based on above raw materials , we give advise formulation as follows: PVC resin 100kg PVC stabilizer 5-5.5kg Stearic acid 0.4kg Polyethylene wax 0.4kg, CPE135A:10kg, ACR TP401: 2KG, titanium dioxide rutile:2.5kg . optical brightener: 40g CaCO3:10KG
Advantages of Novista Ca/Zn Stabilizer for panel, sheet &Board
2017 / 03 / 25
-- This product is a non-toxic, no harmful metals and other harmful chemicals, a new type of environmental friendly stabilizer -- with excellent thermal stability and good weatherability, no sulfide pollution; -- It can directly replace complex lead stabilizer, applied to the processing of PVC &WPC products -- High efficient lubricity, good flow
Advantages of Novista Ca/Zn Stabilizer for Wire & Cable
2017 / 03 / 25
-- This product is a non-toxic, no harmful metals and other harmful chemicals, a new type of environmental friendly stabilizer --Economical grade stabilizer that can be used as one-package. --Provide excellent long-term heat stability property. --Good miscibility with PVC and plasticizer. --Blending with epoxy soybean oil can get excellent synergistic effect. --Excellent anti-blooming ability and good long-term color stability at heavy dosage of calcium carbonate. Choosing Novista Ca/Zn Stabilizer for Wire & Cable is a wise choice.
2017 / 03 / 25
What is CPVC pipe? CPVC is a thermoplastic made via chlorination of the polyvinyl chloride resin. This means its chemical composition is two carbon atoms double bonded to each other, with two hydrogen atoms and two chlorine atoms single bonded to the carbon. This molecule links with others to form chains of CPVC. It is resistant to degradation and provides a long service lifespan. In fact, the first piping systems using CPVC occurred in 1959, and they are still working without a problem. CPVC pipe physical appearance CPVC pipes are sized in two ways- nominal pipe size (NPS references the diameter of the interior hole of the pipe) and copper tube size (CTS references the outside diameter of the tube). Pipes using the NPS system are light gray, and pipes using CTS system are yellow. Both types of pipe will have their specifications printed on the side. CPVC and PVC similarities It is safe to use CPVC in applications where PVC may be used. Both PVC and CPVC have been deemed safe for potable water transport, i.e. cooking, drinking, and bathing water, and they`re resistant to degradation from acid, alkali, and most inorganic chemicals7. However, both materials require UV stabilizers or burial to prevent deterioration from the sun. They`re both a quieter, easier to install, and less expensive alternative to copper and iron pipes, especially in plumbing applications. Because they are thermoplastics, they have an inherent insulation that reduces condensation formation on the pipes, and maintains water temperature (both cold and hot) better than copper pipes do. They are available in the same lengths, with the same end shape options. Because their chemical composition contains a halogen- the element chlorine- their structure is stable and innately fire retardant. This stability also inhibits oxidation, giving both a long, useful performance life. Each material can be identified by pipe color and by re
Brief introduction for PVC lubricants
2017 / 03 / 22
PVC Lubricants are divided into two areas, internal and external lubricants. Internal lubricants effect 1.A reduction in friction heat, 2.reducing melt viscosity. 3.Postpone gelation 4.Improved flow charateristics. External lubricantseffect 1.Delayed gelation 2.Improved gloss 3.Reduced friction 4.Provide release properties Internal lubricant used on PVC mainly including: Stearic acid, Calcium stearate,GMS,DMG,n-butyl stearate, Loxiol G60, G16.G
The advantages of Novista Ca/Zn Stabilizer for PVC profile
2017 / 03 / 11
-- This product is a non-toxic, no harmful metals and other harmful chemicals, a new type of environmental friendly stabilizer -- with excellent thermal stability and good weatherability, no sulfide pollution; -- It can directly replace complex lead stabilizer, applied to the processing of PVC profile production. -- High efficient lubricity, good flowing, reduce mechanical wear and improve the extrusion speed, high gloss surfa
The advantages of Ca/Zn Stabilizer for Pipe
2017 / 03 / 04
This product is a non-toxic, no harmful metals and other harmful chemicals, a new type of environmental friendly stabilizer -- with excellent thermal stability , no sulfide pollution; -- It can directly replace complex lead stabilizer, applied to the pvc processing -- High efficient lubricity, good flowing, reduce mechanical wear and improve the extrusion speed, high gloss surface; -- Good compatible adn dispersion with pvc resin, less plating out, improve mechanical properties. Welcome to choose our Novista Ca/Zn Stabilizer for Pipe.
Do you know what is the effect of Calcium Zinc Stabilizer?
2017 / 02 / 25
Do you know what is the role of calcium zinc stabilizer? Novista Group Co., Ltd as a professional calcium zinc stabilizer production suppliers, will provide you a detailed answer. We are definitely a good choice of a trustworthy brand to you! Calcium zinc stabilizer is widely used in the production of PVC products, the finished products with many excellent properties. The following describes the specific effect of calcium zinc stabilizer: 1, It has good lubricity and unique coupling effect. It can
The application of MCA flame retardant in Nylon
2017 / 02 / 22
MCA flame retardant is a common flame retardant agent, it has the advantage of Halogen-free, low toxicity and low smoke, high thermal stability, When the temperature is 300 C, it still has low heat loss. MCA is specially suitable for natural nylon6 and nylon 66, Nylon with MCA flame retardant has fire-retardant performance up to UL94V-0 level (960; 16mm) Advantages of MCA flame retardant used in Nylon: High brightness, excellent dispersibility, high compatibility with other flame retardant system. The initial decomposition temperatures above 250 C, higher temperature resistance, good thermal stability. Halogen-free flame retardant, it has low toxicity and environment-friendly products. Flame retardant properties can reach UL94V-0 level, and is available from the GWFI test 960C Dosage: Base material PA6 88-90% PA66 90-92% Flame retardant MCA 12%-10% MCA 8-10%
MCA flame retardant-Novista Group co.,LTD
2017 / 02 / 15
Characteristics and using the formulations of MCA flame retardant MCA flame retardant is mainly used for synthetic resins and synthetic rubber, as well as plastic products regarding as halogen-free flame retardant; added as a solid lubricant additives in lubricating oils, grease, cream, add in fire retardant coatings for flame retardant, matting agent; add lubricant in cosmetics. 1. It is a halogen-free falme retardant, eco-friendly, as well as the best concerns in the process of health and satety. 2. The sublimation temperature of MCA is 440c, It has high temperature resistance and good thermal stability in the process. 3. It has excellent quality, no fade, no blooming. In addition, the product without using other synergists. It will be works well with other flame retardant : MCA compounded with red phosphorus masterbatches (P:3-6%,MCA10-15) MCA compounded with Sb2O3 (Sb2O3:2-5%,MCA8-15) Its fire-retardant properties can reach US UL94V-0 level, oxygen index (OI) up to 38.0. MCA is especially suitable for polyamide 6 and 66, without packing, the fire-retardant performance can up to UL94V-0 level.
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