Fire testing laboratories are specialized facilities dedicated to evaluating the performance of building materials and products under fire conditions. ZONSKY can provide the equipment needed by the fire test laboratory. You only need to provide the standard
Comprehensive Fire Testing Brochure
Our full range of equipment includes large-, mid-, and small-scale floor-furnaces (horizontal furnaces for testing horizontal assemblies such as floor-ceilings, roof-ceilings, fire-stop systems for through-penetrations in floor-ceilings, and for full engulfment of structural elements such as columns and beams, FRP gratings, safes, ventilation ducts and grease ducts) and wall-furnaces (vertical furnaces for testing of wall assemblies, expansion joint systems, and fire-stop systems for through-penetrations in walls), an Intermediate-Scale Multistory Apparatus (ISMA) for testing flammability of curtain walls and perimeter-joint systems, and hood-calorimetry and cone-calorimeters as well. It can test building or construction products of virtually any size, and our testing facilities enable us to test the fire-resistance of products ranging from floor/ceiling, multistory assemblies to fire doors to firestops, as noted above.
ZONSKY can provide tester to EN, BS, ANSI/UL, ASTM, CAN/ULC, ISO, IMO Fire Test Protocols (FTP), NFPA, and a host of other test standards. Whether you require testing to industry requirements or association standards, custom testing for research and development, or certification for your product or system, we have the tester you need.Please contact us
Relevant equipment required for the establishment of a laboratory for grading the burning behaviour of building materials and products.
Compliance::EN13501-1
Insulation materials (e.g., foam insulation, mineral wool)
Wall linings (e.g., wallpaper, cladding)
Textiles (e.g., curtains, upholstery fabrics)
Building membranes and barriers
Composite materials (e.g., composite panels)
Wood and wood-based materials
Plasterboard and gypsum-based materials
Insulation materials
Composite materials
Cement-based products
Textile-based materials
Inorganic materials like certain types of stone, cement, and concrete.
Mineral-based materials such as certain types of glass, plasterboard, and certain types of insulation.
Some ceramic materials.
Structural elements like steel, concrete, and masonry.
Insulating materials used in construction such as fire-resistant insulation boards or coatings.
Fire-resistant glass for windows and partitions.
Insulation materials:
foam.
Mineral wool insulation.
Wallpaper and wall coverings.
Composite wall panels.
Textiles and fabrics
Upholstery fabrics used in furniture.
Paints and coatings applied to surfaces.
Composite panels used in construction.
Ceiling materials:
Suspended ceiling tiles.
Polymers and plastics
Textiles and fabric
Natural fibers such as cotton and wool.
Rubber and elastomers
Foams and insulating materials
Coatings and films
Composite materials
Electrical devices and appliances: Plastic enclosures, connectors, and components in electronic devices.
Automotive components: Plastic parts in vehicles, such as interior components, housings, and connectors.
Consumer products: Plastics used in household items, toys, and furniture.
Construction materials: Plastic components used in building applications, like insulation, piping, and structural elements.
Textiles (such as curtains and upholstery fabrics)
Wall coverings (like wallpaper)
Insulation materials
Flooring materials (such as carpets and rugs)
Plastics and polymers used in construction
Composite materials (e.g., composite panels)
Foams and padding materials
Fire doors
Door assemblies (Doorsets)
Related products according to EN 13501-1
model | product | model | product |
ZY6235 | Flooring Radiant Heat Flux Fire Testing Equipment | ZY6014I-VB | Fabric Vertical Flame Retardant Performance Tester |
ZY6017-VB | Rigid Foam Vertical Combustion Testing Equipment | ZY6257 | Upholstered Furniture Combustion Performance Testing Machine |
ZY6243 | Cone Calorimeter | ZY6194A | Upholstered Furniture Spring Soft Bed And Sofa Ignition Resistance Performance Testing Machine |
The EU Construction Products Regulation (CPR) is the basis of the construction products regulation used by all EU member states. The CPR requires member states to reclassify all construction products using a new common test method. These products include all wall linings, flooring and other fixed products such as linear pipe, insulation products, and cables.
The CPR requires all member states to amend their regulations to incorporate the classification system described in EN 13501 and to use the test methods referenced therein.
The classification criteria and test methods used to assess the performance of products covered by the CPR in terms of their reaction to fire are EN 13501-1 Fire classification of construction products and building elements – Part 1: Classification using data from reaction to fire tests.
EN 13501-1 is to define a standardized procedure for the classification of reaction to fire for all construction products, including products incorporated within building elements.
Under the guidance of EN 13501-1, the fire performance of building materials has undergone a comprehensive assessment and classification. The implementation of this standard not only enhances the safety of buildings in case of fire but also provides architects, designers, and fire engineers with reliable guidance. By accurately assessing the fire performance of materials, we ensure extended evacuation times and improved fire protection in the event of a fire, crucial for public safety. The enforcement of the EN 13501-1 standard will continue to play a pivotal role in the construction industry, laying a robust foundation for safer and more dependable building environments.