Fire and Flammability Testing Services

Advanced fire testing solutions for building materials, products, and assemblies, all under one roof.

Why Choose our Fire Testing Lab?

Home Innovation's fully equipped fire testing lab features advanced stainless steel vertical and horizontal furnaces, the first of their kind. Led by industry experts, we conduct over 30 ASTM, NFPA, and UL-certified fire tests. Need custom material testing solutions? We've got you covered.

Key Testing Areas for Fire and Flammability

Fire and flammability testing evaluates how materials perform under extreme conditions. These conditions include heat, open flames, and electrical currents. Our fire tests measure fire reaction, fire resistance, and flame spread. Here’s a closer look at some factors we assess:

• Structural decomposition
• Smoke development
• Combustibility
• Flashover characteristics
• Carbon monoxide concentration
• Rate of flame spread
• Self-ignition temperatures

Fire Testing Standards and Accreditations

At Home Innovation Research Labs, we adhere to globally recognized fire testing standards and hold prestigious accreditations to ensure the highest level of precision, compliance, and reliability in our fire testing services. Below is an overview of the safety standards we follow and the accreditations that support our testing processes:

Accreditations:

• ISO 17025

Fire and Flammability Tests We Offer

The following are examples of fire and flammability tests used across various industries. At Home Innovation Research Labs, we provide these tests and more, including customized fire testing solutions tailored to your needs.

1. Surface Burning Tests (ASTM E84, UL 723, ASTM 2768, CAN/ULC S102, CAN/ULC S102.2) — Measures flame spread and smoke development for walls, ceilings, and materials.
2. Fire Resistance Tests (ASTM E119, CAN/ULC S101, UL 263, UL 10b, UL 10c, UL 1724, CAN/ULC S101, CAN/ULC S104) — Evaluates structural integrity and resistance under prolonged fire exposure.
3. Penetration Firestop Tests (ASTM E814, UL 1479) — Tests the fire resistance of systems sealing penetrations in fire-rated assemblies.
4. Room Fire Growth Tests (NFPA 286, UL1715, UL 2043, CAN/ULC S138, CAN/ULC S145, CAN/ULC 9705) — Simulates real-world fire scenarios for wall and ceiling finishes.
5. Non-Combustibility Tests (ASTM E136) — Determines whether materials combust under high temperatures.
6. Exterior Wall Assemblies (NFPA 285) — Evaluates fire propogation characteristics of wall assemblies.

Our State-of-the-Art Fire Testing Facilities

Our advanced fire testing facilities feature specialized furnaces and areas to assess materials and assemblies under real-world fire conditions. Designed for efficiency and precision, our state-of-the-art stainless steel furnaces allow for faster turnaround and thorough cleaning between tests.

Full-Scale Vertical Furnace

Designed for fire resistance tests, this furnace supports full specimen loading, cycling, and detailed data acquisition.

Ideal for testing:

• Walls
• Partitions
• Doors
• Windows

Full-Scale Horizontal Furnace

Designed for fire resistance testing, this furnace supports full specimen loading and cycling. It also provides comprehensive data acquisition.

Ideal for testing:

• Floors
• Ceilings

Pilot-Scale Furnace

Designed for fire stoppage testing and smaller-scale R&D testing, this furnace offers detailed data acquisition for samples that may not be suitable for our full-scale furnaces.

Ideal for testing:

• Wall and ceiling penetration systems
• R&D for small samples

Steiner Tunnel Furnace

Engineered for surface burning evaluations, this furnace measures flame spread and smoke development of various materials.

Ideal for testing:

• Building materials
• Coatings
• Insulation
• Fabrics

Vertical Tube Furnace

Specialized for combustibility testing, this furnace determines how materials perform at 750°C.

Ideal for testing:

• Non-combustible materials

Contact Our Experts for Fire Testing Services

Questions about fire and flammability testing? Contact our experts or schedule a lab tour today. and Our fire lab utilizes advanced technology, including stainless steel furnaces, to deliver accurate and efficient results.