by pinfa-editor | 24 Jun, 2021
A review of PIN FRs for polyurethane foams notes the synergy of N and P FRs as an “eco-friendly”, low smoke solution. Nitrogen-containing FRs can be additive or reactive in polyurethane foams (PUF) and are considered, with other PIN FRs, to provide future solutions...
by pinfa-editor | 21 Sep, 2021
FRs are < 5% of total melamine use, mainly as an intermediate for melamine compounds, several of which qualify for Ecolabels. The German Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA) stakeholder consultation on melamine, July 2021, aims to identify...
by pinfa-editor | 28 May, 2021
EU project develops PIN FR compounds using waste incineration ash and nitrogen FRs for PP, PA (polypropylene, polyamide). The Horizon 2020 (EIT Raw Materials) project, WAPOL, is developing flame retarded polymers for the automotive industries using PIN FRs from waste...
by pinfa-editor | 27 Jun, 2023
pinfa calls for phosphorus to be identified as crucial for fire safety for all of the identified EU “Strategic” industries: batteries, renewable energy, electrical systems, circuit boards, electronic, power and data cables, aerospace. pinfa has submitted to the EU...
by pinfa-editor | 15 Jan, 2021
Efectis study suggests mineral wool spreads fire faster than polymer insulation. The study was part funded by Kingspan, manufacturer of one of the insulation cladding products which burnt in the Grenfell Tower fire. The three-part paper (total 55 pages) models the...
