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Back to Basics: What does “FR” Mean?

Post author:brian
Post published:February 3, 2021
Post category:arc flash ASTM Arc Flash Standards ASTM F1506 ASTM F1959 Flame Resistant Flame Resistant Fibers Fr Testing Uncategorized
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Let's get back to basics and explore what the acronym "FR" really means. You probably hear FR used in many different contexts, but it doesn't always carry the same meaning. …

ArcWear Introduces Expedited Testing Services for 2021

Post author:brian
Post published:December 18, 2020
Post category:arc testing ASTM F1959 IEC 61482-1-1 News updates NFPA 2112 Special Offers Testing
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ArcWear is pleased to announce the introduction of expedited testing services in 2021. Available expedited services will include Arc Flash Panel Testing to ASTM F1959/IEC 61482-1-1 Procedure A, testing for NFPA 2112 Certification,…

Arc Flash Scouting: Simplified Service to meet your R&D Needs

Post author:stacy
Post published:November 23, 2020
Post category:arc flash Arc Flash Training arc testing ASTM Arc Flash Standards ASTM F1506 ASTM F1959 IEC 61482-1-1 Testing
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Performing Research and Development in your product development phase? Need to perform experimentation on various materials to estimate your arc rating before paying to complete a full test? ArcWear can…

ASTM F1959 or ASTM F2675? Which Test Should Be Used for Gloves?

Post author:Arcwear
Post published:April 28, 2017
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Question: Should I be Testing FR Gloves for Arc Flash Exposures to ASTM F1959 or ASTM F2675?Answer: Today, gloves should be tested to ASTM F2675. ASTM F2675 is a specific test…