FAA-APPROVED BURN TEST FACILITIES:
In 2010, we earned an FAA Burn Testing certification of our burn test facilities, which offer both a Park oil burner and Bunsen burner. Validation of our flammability test protocols attested to the quality of our methodology, which spans:
Setup procedures
Specimen preparation
Equipment calibration
Performance of sample burn
Collection of data
Reporting of results
Count on General Plastics for rapid turnaround on flammability tests from receipt of your material or design specifications, even if we construct your samples. Test reports are frequently issued the same day we run your test.
FLAMMABILITY TESTS AVAILABLE:
FAA Bunsen Burner
This equipment measures the ignition resistant properties of a material and its ability to self-extinguish or support a flame. FAR 25.853 APP.F, Part I
Seat Cushion Oil Burner Test
Evaluates the burn resistance and weight loss characteristics of aircraft seat cushions when exposed to a high-intensity open flame. FAR 25.853 App.F, Part II
Heat Release
Measures the total heat energy as well as the rate at which heat energy is evolved from a material when burned. FAR 25.853 App.F, Part IV
Smoke Density
This test measures and observes the amount of smoke obscuration produced by the burning of material. It is used for measuring smoke characteristics under controlled conditions of combustion and decomposition. FAR 25.853 App.F, Part V
Insulation Flame Propagation
This tests the flammability and flame propagation characteristics of insulation when exposed to a radiant heat source and flame in a test chamber. FAR 25.856 App.F, Part VI
Smoke Toxicity
Evaluates and determines the level of lethal toxic potency of smoke produced during the exposure of a material in fire test conditions.
FLAMMABILITY TESTS SERVICES INCLUDE:
Developing and drafting test plans
Building test samples to your design specifications or configuration
Coordinating FAA burn testing conformity inspections
Supplying necessary FAA burn testing reports and documentation
Providing developmental engineering (pre-test) services (prior to FAA witnessing)
