| IX. TEST RESULTS Test
results calculated on the basis of the areas under the curves of flame spread distance,
temperature, and smoke developed versus time are provided in the table below for
calibration materials and for:
1/4" Introsul Sultra / Sultrex
Cultured Marble
| Material Description |
Flame Spread Index |
Fuel Contributed |
Smoke Developed Index |
| High Density Inorganic Reinforced
Cement Board |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Red Oak Flooring |
100 |
100 |
100 |
| T-9973 |
20 |
0 |
400 |
OBSERVATIONS: Surface cracked and flaky to 6 1/2 ft. Material
cracked and retained by hexagonal wire mesh to 12 ft.
REMARKS: None
* Supported on 1/4" diameter steel rods spaced 2' on center and
2" hexagonal wire mesh.
CONCLUSIONS : Based on the test, the flame spread index, calculated
according to ASTM E 84, meets Class A (Class I) - 25 or under flame spread.
REPORT PREPARED BY:
KEVIN P. HAILE
FIRE TECHNOLOGIST
REPORT REVIEWED BY :
RUSSELL L. CHAPMAN
DIRECTOR, PRODUCT EVALUATION & STANDARD
Conformance to the test standard is verified by a registered
professional engineer. This is a factual report of the results obtained from
laboratory tests of sample products. The results may be applied only to the products
tested and should not be construed as applicable to other similar products of the
manufacturer. The HPYA does not verify the description of materials and products
when the description is provided by the client. The report is not a
recommendation or a disapprobation by the Hardwood Plywood & Veneer Association of the
material or product tested. While this report may be used for obtaining product
acceptance, it may not be used in advertising. |
