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Choosing a Third-Party Testing Laboratory

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Post published:August 8, 2016
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There are many laboratories to choose from when testing FR and AR clothing and components. Which laboratory will work best for you? Well, that depends. Below we’ve provided a short…

Arc Rated (AR) vs Flame Resistant (FR): Understanding the Difference

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Post published:May 9, 2016
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Similar but different – How do you tell the difference Between Arc Rated (AR), Flash Fire Rated (FFR), and Flame Resistant (FR)? In 2012, NFPA 70E changed the terminology referencing…

When Product Tests Fail: Tips from a Laboratory

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Post published:April 19, 2016
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Failures are a common, almost inevitable experience in product development. While it’s always disappointing, read on to learn three tips from a testing lab on how to mitigate risk and ease the…