Yes, they are flame retardant. The polyurethane foams used meet flammability requirements of California Technical Bulletin 117, Sections A & D. The Visco-elastic foam meets the flammability requirements of CAL 117, Section A (only Section A tested). The covers used for our mattresses are also fire retardant.

FlexGel?? passe??s the cigarette burn test. Open flame testing on the material demonstrated that only significant direct flame application yielded any combustion. For our medical products, the cushion material is treated to a flame retardant treatment and covered with a flame retardant cover to meet CAL technical bulletins 129 and 133.

Yes, memory foam is fire retardant, hypo-allergenic, anti-bacterial, and complies with California 117 requirements.

Our mattresses cannot be flipped. They are designed with a specific top and bottom. The nylon side of our mattress should always be face up and the light blue vinyl side down. However, most of our mattresses do not differentiate between head and foot areas, so that they can be rotated for longer life. (The exceptions are our multi-zoned Vita 3 mattress, and our removable-sectioned Vita 4 mattresses).

NFPA 70E: 130.1 requires employers perform a flash hazard analysis to identify work tasks performed on energized electrical conductors. Appropriate flame retardant clothing (FRC) as well as voltage rated tools may then be selected.

Yes, FRC garment care and laundering requirements are specified by ASTM F1449 (2001 Edition): Standard Guide for Care and Maintenance of Flame, Thermally and Arc Resistant Clothing. In addition, inspection requirements for FRC garments are outlined in NFPA 2113 (2001 Edition): Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Fire. No, the hazard risk category (HRC) classifications are based upon estimated incident energy.

In the case of Tempur this is probably due to national and international advertising costs. These costs will ultimately be passed on to you, the consumer. However, generally this is a good and justified question as there seem to be numerable products available, all promising the same benefits and quality at vastly differing prices. This clearly does not make sense. We believe that the answer lies in the quality of the products.

No! Wool serves that function in our mattresses because wool naturally discourages burning. Our Vegan mattress is the exception - it doesn't have wool or any chemicals and therefore requires a Doctor's prescription.

The open cell structure of MF, compared to normal foam products, greatly reduces the creation of so-called hotspots that can make you perspire excessively during the night. However, a MF mattress or overlay with a thickness over 7 cm might also prove to deep and again could lead to excessive perspiring. This is one of the reasons why we neither sell nor recommend the use of MF that is more than 7 cm in depth.

Yes, VCN can be purchased FR. In fact, the material Interactive Inflatables uses meets the NFPA 701 FR test (extinguishes within 3.7 seconds), the highest industry standard.

Probably not. We have not added chemicals to make 3M Performance Plus Duct Tape 8979 or 8979N flame retardant, and have not tested for flame retardancy. If a customer has an interest, please contact us with the specification that defines flame retardancy for them.

There are some materials we use for the cushion, which are ( in our terms ): Tenun, Blaco, Drill and Canvas. Among them, Tenun is the most popular for U.S market. Our customer in Perth, Australia, prefer using Canvas instead of the others. All the materials are not Flame retardant. We don not make the cushions by ourselves, as it is not our product line. We order someone who has specialty in cushions to supply for our furniture line.

Silicone is not inherently flame retardant but can be modified to give good flame retardant properties. Indeed, because of its excellent biomedical properties, silicone is widely used in the fire protective clothing industry.

Not all draperies are flame retardant. Please specify when ordering whether flame retardancy is required and be sure your price quote reflects this difference.

It has been discovered by allergists that the average mattress is a haven for the infestation of the "dust-mite". Dust-mites are microscopic creatures that literally feed off your dead skin cells. Of course like most of earth's creatures, when they eat they produce waste products. The majority of folks who suffer with allergies are highly allergic to the fecal products of the dust-mite.

We do not recommend placing an overlay on top of our mattresses. The extra foam is not needed, and it will diminish the effectiveness of the foam design.

Yes. Touch 'n Foam sealants meet the criteria of flame / smoke spread to be classified as a Class-1 foam. While these sealants are fire retardant (self-extinguishing when flame is removed), they are not be used as a fire barrier or fire stop.

The CPSC has concluded that there is no evidence to suggest that exposure to flame retardant materials used in some mattress components would contribute to or exacerbate allergies, asthma or multiple chemical-sensitivity in consumers. The CPSC found that the flame retardant materials under consideration for use in mattresses to meet the new flammability standard are generally non-volatile, are not associated with fragrances or odors, and are not derived from biological materials.

If your curtains are made of a fabric that is certified as inherently flame retardant there should not be a need to treat the curtains. However, you must have an original affidavit from the curtain manufacturer on file that states the material is IFR. If this is not the case your curtains may need to be surveyed tested in order to have a new affidavit issued.

These manikins are intended to be used for snatch rescues from smoke/fire houses and should not be exposed to extreme temperatures for long periods. It should be remembered that the PBI Gold used for the overalls is the same material used for fire kit, and will break down if exposed to naked flame for any length of time. The FR manikins can be used many times at temperatures of between 200-250˚C without damage, but damage will occur at temperatures in excess of 350-400˚C.

The simple answer is No. However, most specifications today only refer to base polyester fabrics as Trevira? (AVORA?). They are not specific in stating whether the fabric is F.R. or not. Almost everywhere in the United States requires draperies to be flame retardant and bedspreads to be non-F.R. Home • History • Projects • Products • Request Information • FAQ • Dealer Information Area

Latex foam mattresses are fully sanitized and are naturally anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. There is no dust, fluff or fibre and they are completely non-allergenic.

Yes, our mattresses have no springs which means the individual benefits from his or her own contoured support. This significantly reduces the effect of roll off or roll together.

Determining Mattress DensityAnother great tip for selecting foam mattresses is to opt for foam mattresses with a certain density level. The density of foam is measured by taking a 12" x 12" x 12" cube of foam and measuring its weight. Using the formula for density, the density of foam can be determined. The density measured will also be one of the indicators of how firm a mattress will be. Foam mattresses with a density in the range of 5.3 ? 5.9 lb are the best densities to select.

Latex Foam Mattresses Latex foam mattresses are made from natural rubber. These beds are made from pure latex, and can cost a little more than memory foam mattresses. Foam was discovered back in the 1970s by NASA, and was first used to construct beds by Tempur-Pedic. Natural latex rubber differs from viscoelastic foam in the way the polyurethane bonds are arranged in the material. Usually visco-elastic foam is a softer than natural rubber foam bed.

Most of us grew up hearing: "If you want a good mattress, get a firm one, and the harder the better." However, more recent studies have revealed a fallacy in this way of thinking. The contour of the human body is not a straight line, but more shapely. Normally, when viewing the body from the side, we see a normal transition of curves from the buttocks (spinal base), to the lumbar spine, on up through the thoracic curve (ribs/upper back), and finally to the neck.

Our material has a similar chemical composition to the original product developed in Sweden for N.A.S.A. by Fagerdela World Foams almost 20 years ago. This revolutionary foam was used in astronaut seats to absorb G-forces. The original promoters of this product recognized the unique process necessary to create this special material and decided not to reveal the complex process that would be eluded to in patent protocol.

Yes they are, because the memory foam moulds itself to the shape of your back, relieving key pressure points. giving you a more comfortable sleep.

Different suppliers, retailers sell varying quality of memory foam products, check the density and thickness of the foam, this will give you an indication of the quality of the mattress. Since we have our own manufacturing facility, we carry out rigorous checks on all foam being used in the manufacturing process, this ensures that we are very competitive on price. We use the best foam and superior cutting technology to provide you with the ultimate mattress at an affordable price.