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About FSTLab™

FSTLab™ operates six specialized labs to test thermoplastics for flame, smoke, toxicity, and heat release. In the high-profile, highly regulated industries we serve, sourcing design-forward products that meet industry compliance can be challenging.

At the FSTLab™, suppliers, engineers, processors, and end users collaborate with our R&D and design teams on new fire-resistant technologies and materials. Our engineers perform regulatory tests on products throughout the development cycle to fulfill our commitment to making products safer, lighter, and more sustainable.

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A small blue flame heats a flat piece of metal held by black brackets. The flame's origin is not visible, and the setup appears to be part of an industrial process or experiment.

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OSU Rate of Heat Release (FAR 25.853 (d) part IV)

Measure the heat output of material when exposed to a controlled amount of heat input, heat flux, or radiant energy.

A glowing industrial furnace with orange and red hues. Inside, a dark rectangular object is partially visible, illuminated by the intense light. The interior side panels have a series of light-colored circular elements.

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Smoke Density (ASTM #-662)

Measure the optical smoke density (ds) when a sample is exposed to a controlled amount of heat and flame.

Close-up of a melting metallic or glass material being heated by a blue flame. The material is glowing orange, appearing molten, and is held in place by a rusted clamp or fixture. The background is blurred and brown-toned.

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Vertical Burn Test (FAR 25 part 1)

Measure the amount of time a sample flame persists after exposure to a controlled flame for both 12 and 60 seconds.

Close-up of a gas heater with glowing red-hot ceramic panels. The flames are visible above the panels, indicating the heater is on. The background is dark, highlighting the bright heating elements.

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UL-94 Testing

Test against the UL standard for the safety of flammability of plastic materials for parts in devices and appliances.

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Flame Spread (ASTM E-162)

Measure the rate of flame spread and the heat released from the burning specimen.

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Meet the Team

Our team of research and development technicians understands that performance and safety are critical when choosing materials. Throughout product development, they test frequently to ensure our materials meet your industry’s demanding specifications.

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