SANS 10177-9 Fire Test Report
SANS 10177-9 Fire Test Report
Evaluation of the Basic Fire Properties of the Flame Retardant Solutions Product
This page summarises the official fire test report prepared by Fire Testing Services for the evaluation of the Flame Retardant Solutions product in accordance with the SANS 10177 – Part 9 test protocol.
Report Information
| Testing Laboratory | Fire Testing Services |
|---|---|
| Report Title | Evaluation of the Basic Fire Properties of the Flame Retardant Solutions Product |
| Requested By | Flame Retardant Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
| Contract Number | FT 24/092 |
| Issue Number | 1 |
| Issue Date | 07 November 2024 |
Scope of Evaluation
This report evaluates the basic fire properties of the Flame Retardant Solutions product when tested in accordance with the SANS 10177 – Part 9 fire test protocol.
The report includes:
- Product information and specimen identification.
- Description of the fire test method.
- Test results and observations.
- Final conclusion.
Product Description
Three plywood specimens were submitted for testing. One specimen was untreated while two specimens were treated using the Flame Retardant Solutions product.
| Product Name | Flame Retardant Solutions |
|---|---|
| Product Code | FRS001 |
| Manufacturer | Flame Retardant Solutions (Pty) Ltd |
| Manufacturing Date | 01 August 2024 |
| Batch Number | B2024/08/01-002 |
| Specimen Thickness | Approximately 12 mm |
| Specimen Width | 150 mm |
| Specimen Length | 1 500 mm |
| Construction | Five-layer plywood (Face Veneer, Core Veneers 1–3 and Back Veneer) |
| Intended Application | Treated fabrics, natural fibres and untreated wood. |
Fire Test Procedure
A specimen measuring 1 500 mm × 150 mm was mounted vertically inside the SANS 10177 Part 9 test chimney.
A 200 mm oxidising Bunsen burner flame was positioned at an angle of 30° approximately 100 mm below the specimen and applied for ten minutes.
The material's self-extinguishing characteristics were assessed by removing the burner after 12 seconds and again after 24 seconds.
Throughout the test, temperatures were recorded using a K-type thermocouple positioned near the top of the chimney. Additional observations included flame spread, smoke production, heat contribution, flaming debris and flaming droplets.
Test Equipment
- Temperature Recorder (Multi-meter)
- Stopwatch
- Type K Thermocouple
- SANS 10177 – Part 9 Test Facility Chimney
Test Results
Three specimens were evaluated during the SANS 10177 – Part 9 fire test. Specimen 1 was untreated plywood, while Specimens 2 and 3 were treated with the Flame Retardant Solutions product.
| Test Parameter | Specimen 1 (Untreated) |
Specimen 2 (Treated) |
Specimen 3 (Treated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time to Ignition / Flaming | 00:10 | 03:00 | 01:55 |
| Burning After Burner Removal (12 sec) | Yes | No | No |
| Burning After Burner Removal (24 sec) | Yes | No | No |
| Molten / Flaming Droplets | No | No | No |
| Flaming Debris | No | No | No |
| Burned Entire Length | Yes | No | No |
| Maximum Flame Spread | Full Length | 204 mm | 224 mm |
| Heat Damage | Full Length | 228 mm | 299 mm |
| Calibration Temperature | 11.0°C | 11.0°C | 11.0°C |
| Heat Contribution (10 min) | 3.75°C/min | 0.02°C/min | 0.27°C/min |
| Maximum Chimney Temperature | 37.5°C | 0.2°C | 2.7°C |
Test Observations
Specimen 1 – Untreated Plywood
The untreated specimen ignited rapidly, with increased flaming observed after approximately one minute. Crackling sounds developed after two minutes, followed by visible smoke release. By approximately seven minutes, flames had spread around to the rear of the specimen and intensified significantly. Flaming continued until approximately thirteen minutes before subsiding, however the specimen re-ignited at approximately nineteen minutes. Flaming finally ceased after approximately thirty-three minutes, with smoke stopping approximately two minutes later.
Specimens 2 & 3 – Flame Retardant Solutions Treated
Both treated specimens required between two and three minutes before sustained ignition occurred. During flame exposure a green flame was observed while the specimens gradually charred. Smoke release from the specimen edges became evident after approximately five minutes. Once the burner was removed, no sustained flaming was observed and smoke emission ceased within approximately two to three minutes.
Conclusion
The Flame Retardant Solutions product was successfully evaluated in accordance with the SANS 10177 – Part 9 fire test protocol.
Summary of Results
- No molten or flaming droplets observed.
- No flaming debris observed.
- Maximum flame propagation (treated specimens): 224 mm.
- Maximum heat damage (treated specimens): 299 mm.
- Maximum heat contribution (treated specimens): 0.27°C/min.
The report concludes that these results apply only to the specific plywood specimens tested using the Flame Retardant Solutions treatment. Results obtained on other substrates may differ depending on the material and application.
Report Disclaimer
This summary has been prepared from the official Fire Testing Services report. The original test report and its results relate only to the product and specimens submitted for testing and are valid for five years, provided there are no changes to the product formulation, manufacturing process or approved suppliers.
The original report remains the authoritative document. Extracts or abridged versions should not be published without the permission of Fire Testing Services.
Figure 1.1: Identification of the specimen received for testing
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