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Carbon measurement is focus for our new training course
Understanding the context of carbon measurement, and reducing carbon emissions across the supply chain
FIRA International complete relocation
We've now fully relocated to our new custom-built UKAS-accredited facilities, bringing to an end 57 years of supporting the furniture industry from our previous Maxwell Road location
Webinar playback: 'Domestic furniture testing - product safety considerations and compliance'
Howard James explains domestic furniture tests in action in line with relevant standards, and common reasons for failure
We've been voted 'Best Testing Services / Certification Provider' 2020/2021
Our team are delighted to be voted 'Best Testing Services / Certification Provider' at the Furniture News Readers' Choice Awards for 2020/2021
Training curriculum expanded to include new sustainability modules
Four new modules focusing on materials and resources, the Circular Economy, packaging and packaging waste, and Sustainability Schemes and Certification
UK FFFSR Regulations No Longer Comply with the Irish Regulations S.I. No. 316/1995
Although there are some similarities between the FFFSR and S.I. No. 316/1995 the match testing process is different, so action must be taken to ensure compliance
Demystifying the flammability regulations - webinar replay
Playback available, which centers on regulations for furniture and beds, across domestic and contract markets
Wider UKAS Accreditation Across Seven Standards
New accreditations confirmed following a dedicated audit by UKAS
'E-TIC Hub', Our New Portal to Simplify Testing
Designed to give customers more control over their testing.
FIRA International Supporting NHS Nightingale Hospitals with Testing
Testing to BS 7175:1989 Methods of test for the ignitability of bedcovers and pillows by smouldering and flaming ignition sources