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For over 50 years, Dazian has been the pioneer in the development of specialty FR fabrics for the Entertainment, Architectural and Exhibit Industry. Although Dazian fabrics meet the NFPA 701 Small Scale test standard as well as being approved by both the CA and NY Fire Marshals, we believe that this is only a minimum standard that everyone must comply with.
Dazian knows what it takes both in the laboratory and on location therefore, we develop and test our products to more rigorous test procedures and engineer all our new fabrics for maximum Flame Retardant performance.
Dazian sets the standard in the industry for high performance FR products that will meet local ordinances and provide superior protection at your venues.
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Fire prevention in public spaces has received increased attention in recent years. As a result, the Flame Retardant or Flame Resistant properties of fabric has become an integral part of the design and manufacturing decision-making process. Dazian’s fabrics are, unless otherwise specified, Flame Resistant and meet the standards set forth by NFPA 701 Small Scale, the Industry Standard for Flame Resistant Fabrics. They are treated with Flame Retardant chemicals either in fiber form, at the mill, or afterwards at a Flameproofer. Many conditions affect the flame resistance of a fabric: how the fabric is used; what other fabric or non-fabric components are added to the base fabric; environmental conditions such as sunlight, dust, humidity, etc; length of time in service; sewing, printing, painting or any other added processing steps. It’s the customer’s responsibility to verify that the completed design passes the appropriate Federal, State and Local Fire Codes. Dazian can assist you with our experience and knowledge, but cannot assume responsibility how our customers use and maintain their finished product.
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Fabric has been treated with a Flame Retardant chemical at the Mill or Flameproofer. This is a topical treatment, usually water-soluble and has limited service life. It cannot stand up to high humidity or washing. The fabric must be retested each year and re-flameproofed as necessary to maintain its certification. This is the most common type of finish on 100% Cotton FR fabrics and Polyester or Nylon fabrics treated by a flameproofer.
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A Flame Retardant additive is added to the fiber to give the fabric Permanent Flame Resistance. A topical finish is often added in fabric dyeing and finishing insuring in fabric formation the FR properties are maintained. Although there will be no degradation from washing or dry cleaning, the same factors of environment, use of added components and further processing may compromise its flame resistance. Retesting every few years and re-flameproofing may still be required.
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Fabric cannot be Flameproofed by any method without compromising the structural integrity of the fabric.
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Fabric is treated with Flame Retardant chemicals in the dyeing and finishing process at the mill. These chemicals are not water-soluble and are permanently bonded to the fabric. This process is commonly used on 100% Polyester fabrics. All of Dazian’s 100% Polyester fabrics that are denoted as PFR in the catalogue are Permanently Flame Resistant. Nevertheless, retesting and re-flameproofing may still be required.
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