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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 Transportation
2017 / 11 / 18
A wide variety of plastics, textiles and composite materials are used extensively in the mechanical, structural and decorative parts of today`s transport, including airplanes, trains and cars. These materials are: (i) highly adaptable to new designs; (ii) lighter weight, making them more energy efficient; (iii) less labor intensive; and (iv) more cost effective. Flame retardants are often used to ensure these materials can meet flammability standards. To make materials fire-resistant, flame retardants act to help stop or slow the spread of fire. They can be used alone, or in combination with other flame retardants that act as synergists to enhance fire retardant properties. If a fire does start, flame retardant solutions work in different ways to help stop or minimize its effects. Learn more about how flame retardants work. Different classes of flame retardants work to reduce the threat of fire hazards in different ways, and must be matched to the specific material being used and the performance specifications of the final product. There is no one-size-fits-all solution when essential fire-protection benefits must be balanced with ensuring optimal performance. Today, travel is safer than ever before, regardless of the mode of transportation. Thousands of people take to the highways, railways and air daily, and they do so with the expectation of reac
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
2017 / 06 / 10
According to the different applications, our PVC foaming regulator has been divided into 3 groups: ● 0~8mm thin foaming board & sheet:TF-530,TF-869 ● more than 8mm thick foaming board & WPC board:TF-100N,TF-200 ● Foaming shoe: TF-530S Functions of PVC foaming regulators: There are three purposes for filling the foaming regulators into PVC foaming products: ● promote the fusion of PVC compound. ● increase the melt strength of PVC so as to prevent from bubble amalgamation for obtaining even foaming products. ● ensure perfect flow of PVC melt for obtaining smooth surface of PVC finished products.
BASF to invest in new plastic additives plant in Shanghai, China
2017 / 06 / 10
Hong Kong – March 14, 2017 – As announced in November 2016, BASF is investing more than €200 million globally to increase its production network for plastic additives. An important step is an investment to build a new plastic additives plant at its Caojing site in Shanghai, China. This world-scale plant, with an annual capacity of 42,000 tons, will produce antioxidants and associated forms and blends. It is expected to be completed in 2019, with commercial production to start by early 2020. [Asia, and particularly the Chinese market, offer significant growth opportunities, driven by diverse applications including packaging, construction, consumer goods, automotive and many more," said Hermann Althoff, Senior Vice President of BASF`s Performance Chemicals unit in Asia Pacific. [The plant will be built to reach high environmental standards and have one of the most efficient production processes. Located within the Caojing complex, it will also benefit from its proximity to our regional application center in Shanghai that provides technical support to polymer producers and to the converting industry within the region." Importance of antioxidants Antioxidants help prevent thermal oxidation reactions when plastics are processed at high temperatures, and light-assisted oxidation when plastics are exposed to UV light. Oxidation can cause loss of impact strength, elongation, surface cracks and discoloration of the material. Almost all polymer materials undergo oxidative degradation reactions at one or all of the manufacturing, processing and end-u
2017 / 06 / 10
Novista is one of main supplier of flame retardant in China. Presently, Flame retardant HBCD is prohibited in many countries. As we all know, the ban of HBCD will take validity from 2018, many customers are looking for replacement and try. And our performance was already approved by Europe. Our product B843 and B264YZ is environmental friendly type flame retardant which can replace HBCD 1:1. We would limt to creat business communication with you and make business in future.
Indian Chemical Industry Overview in Chemical Industry
2017 / 05 / 27
The global chemical industry is considered to be the largest manufacturing industry in the world. India is the twelfth largest producer of chemicals in the world. This industry contributes about 3% to our country`s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and is estimated to reach USD 134 billion by 2015. The industry accounts for about 14% of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) and 17.6% of the manufacturing sector. It comprises 13-14% of total exports and 8-9% of total imports of the country. This sector provides services to industries such as engineering, food processing, automotive etc. Being one of the fastest growing sectors, it focuses equally on the development of small and large scale ventures. With research and innovation the Indian Chemical Industry aims to stand tall against its toughest contenders. Some of the major players of this industry are- Tata Chemicals Limited, BASF India Limited, Nocil Ltd, Godrej Industries Ltd, etc
2017 / 05 / 27
Bis(2,3-dibromopropyl ether) of TBBA [BDDP] Column Shape avaiable with good flowing and avoid the dust during the process! The end-user like it very much. and If you are interested in it, pls contact us freely anytime. BDDP Equivalent PE-68,FR720. and with Powder, Granular(1-5mm), and Column shape(2-5mm). More details you can contact with us: flameretardant@novistagroup.com
Welcome to visit Novista on Chinaplas 2017 in Guangzhou
2017 / 05 / 11
Chinaplas is an International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Industries. CHINAPLAS is not only the largest plastics and rubber trade fair in Asia, it is also widely recognized by the industry as the 2nd most influential exhibition in the world. You are sincerely invited to our Booth for Chinaplas 2017 by Novista Group. Infinite business opportunity and big surprise are waiting for you! Exhibits: chlorinated polyethelene, acrylic processing aid, heat stabilizer, Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride,flame retardant Date: 2017.May.16th-19th Company name: Novista Group Co., Limited Booth Number: 9.3K 39. It would be a great pleasure to meet you at the exhibition. Hope we can create an opportunity to cooperate with you in near future.
The Development Status of the Automobile Industry in 2016
2017 / 05 / 10
The Development Status of the Automobile Industry in 2016 The development of the automobile market in China 2016 can be summed up as stable and on the rise. Despite the declining economy, the tendency of turning downward was not happened in the automobile market in China for the 1st half of 2016. Home-made cars, passenger cars in particular, are gaining more market share, while the market of new energy vehicles has also maintained high growth. The sales of automobiles in China has achieved sound growth in 1st half of 2016, with 12,830,000 automobiles sold in the period, rising 8% from a year earlier, a big contrast compared to zero growth at the same time last year. There are 10,443,000 passenger cars sold, rising 11% from a year earlier. The sales of SUV are very strong, with 3,816,000 sold, rising 44.6% from a year earlier. Also, vehicles of self-owned brands have recorded very encouraging sales data, taking up 40% market share, a 2% increase compared to last year. It is worth mentioning that the sales of new energy vehicles in 1st half of 2016 are 120,000, rapidly rising 135% from last year. In 1st half of 2016, SAIC has sold 3,000,000 cars, rising 419% from a year earlier, with operating revenue of CNY 351.2 billion, rising 8.54% from a year earlier. SAIC-Volkswagen has sold 968,700 cars, rising 3.19% from a year earlier. SAIC-GM has sold 827,500 cars, rising 4.87% from a year earlier. SAIC Motor Passenger Vehicle has sold 109,700 cars, rising 60.84% from a year earlier. SAIC has also obtained great success in emerging markets. Through localizatio
2017 / 04 / 27
CHINAPLAS 2017 in Guangzhou Exhibits: Brominated / Phosphorus/ Halogen-free flame retardant Date: 2017.May.16th-19th Company name: Novista Group Co., Limited Booth Number: 9.3K 39
How does the PVC industry see the future?
2017 / 04 / 26
The PVC industry`s Voluntary Commitment demonstrates the fact that it is serious about the sustainable development of PVC, and that it believes that PVC can make an important contribution to a more sustainable future for society. In combination with the cost-performance and good properties PVC will remain a material of choice for the specifier and final customer. The improvements of the production processes and the management of waste support this excellent product-performance. The industry believes that its products have an important role to play in helping improve people`s lives and conserve natural resources in a world that is growing in population, with ever-increasing demands for water, food, shelter, sanitation, energy, health services and economic security.
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 / 22
You are sincerely invited to our Booth for Chinaplas 2017 by Novista Group. Infinite business opportunity and big surprise are waiting for you! Exhibits: Brominated flame retardant, Phosphaorus flame retardant, Halogen-free flame retardant Date: 2017.May.16th-19th Company name: Novista Group Co., Limited Booth Number: 9.3K 39. It would be a great pleasure to meet you at the exhibition. Hope we can create an opportunity to cooperate with you in near future.
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.
There are many reasons for the discoloration of fireproof coatings:
2017 / 04 / 14
There are many reasons for the discoloration of fireproof coatings: 1, turpentine in the iron can easily generate red brown pigment. 2, varnish ester solvent with water after the reaction with the black container black. 3, gold and silver powder and varnish prone to acid corrosion effect, so that the color of paint green, dark, loss of luster. 4, the storage period is too long, precipitation discoloration. The three ways to prevent and control: 1, easy to discoloration of the shellac varnish with the non-metallic containers. 2, the use of varnish before adding gold powder, silver powder. 3, It is also be used after the full mixing of the precipitation discoloration of the fire retardant coating.
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