- Industrial Safety Compliance – Testing protective gear for workers in high-heat environments
- Research Institutions – Material development and comparative analysis of thermal barrier fabrics
- Firefighting Equipment Suppliers – Certification of turnout gear and proximity suits
- Military and Defense – Testing of protective uniforms for personnel exposed to thermal hazards
- Welding and Foundry Industries – Evaluation of protective aprons, sleeves, and suits
- Petrochemical and Refinery – Assessment of PPE for workers in radiant heat exposure zones
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is this equipment used for?
A1: It evaluates the thermal radiation protection performance of materials used in heat- and fire-resistant protective clothing, gloves, and footwear, helping manufacturers certify their products meet safety standards.
Q2: How does the tester work?
A2: The sample is exposed to radiant heat from six Glowbar tubes (≥1100°C). A copper calorimeter measures heat flux, and the system records the time needed for the sample's back temperature to rise by 12°C or 24°C to calculate the Radiation Heat Transfer Index.
Q3: What standards does it comply with?
A3: The tester meets ISO 6942:2002, BS EN 366:1993, DIN EN 366:1993, and AQ 6103.
Q4: What materials can be tested?
A4: Single- and multi-layer textiles and other materials intended for heat-protective clothing, including fabrics used in firefighting gear, industrial PPE, and welding protection suits.
Q5: What are the installation requirements?
A5: The unit requires a 220V, 70A power supply, ambient temperature of 10–35°C, and an air compressor air source. Dimensions are 1300mm × 500mm × 1200mm, weighing 160KG.
Q6: What industries use this equipment?
A6: Protective clothing manufacturers, safety testing labs, firefighting equipment suppliers, military procurement, research institutions, and industrial sectors like petrochemical, welding, and foundry.
Q7: What is the difference between Method A and Method B?
A7: Method A visually evaluates material appearance changes after radiant heat exposure. Method B quantifies thermal protection by measuring the time to raise back temperature by 12°C or 24°C, calculating the RHTI.
Q8: Can the system generate test reports?
A8: Yes, the equipment includes a computer and printer for data acquisition, processing, and printing professional test reports.
What are the different types of fire testing?
Fire testing – such as reaction and resistance to fire testing of materials and structures, and the performance testing of fire suppression components and systems (eg extinguishers and sprinklers), of detection and alarm systems and cables, and of smoke and heat ventilation systems.
