Since the 1970s, flame-retardant chemicals have been added to plastics used in electronic devices. Their purpose is to prevent electrical fires or slow their growth.
Should you throw out your black plastic spatula? A recent study that reported alarming levels of several flame retardants in common black-colored plastic items (including cooking utensils ...
The US Environmental Protection Agency is failing to protect the public from a dangerous flame retardant — decabromodiphenyl ether, or decaBDE — according to a lawsuit filed this week on ...
"Containment lines were improved with fire retardant drops and construction of new hand lines to connect the gaps along the rugged eastern edge of the fire," Marrone said. Gov. Gavin Newsom ...
The standout feature is its special flame-resistant cloth band, made from castor oil plants. This band material offers excellent durability and can withstand extreme temperatures while protecting ...
Below is a table summarising key aspects of effective evacuation route management: Incorporating fire-resistant materials into your commercial space’s design is a critical step toward enhancing safety ...
The company at the centre of the Grenfell Tower inquiry has assured a Stormont committee of its dedication to fire safety. Kingspan Insulation provided K15 insulation to the London tower block ...