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The photos show fire tests performed on a Fiber
Thatch test panel in accordance with DIN 4102 Part 7.
The tests were performed by Testing and Confirmity Services (Pty) Ltd
of the S.A.B.S.
(Full report available on request)
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First test - After 5 minutes.
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Test 2 - Test area ignited
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Test 3 - Test in progress
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Test 4 - Test in progress
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All 4 tests completed
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Conclusion:
The Fiber Thatch roof section complied with all the requirements of DIN
4102 Part 7. Class A fire rating.
Fiber Thatch has passed major world tests, which
include:
- In South Africa by Africa Roofing cc (to visit click
http://www.thatchroofs.com)
Tests conducted by S.A.B.S (to visit click
http://www.sabs.co.za)
Test method: DIN 4102 Part 7 - Fire test, Class A-Rating.
- In the UK by Africa Roofing UK (to visit click
http://www.africaroofinguk.co.uk).
Tests conducted by Wiratec (to visit click
http://www.bttg.co.uk)
Test method: BS476 Part 7 - Fire test, Class 1-Rating.
- In the U.S.A by Safari Thatch and Bamboo inc. (to visit click
http://www.safarithatch.com)
Test method: TAS-100-95 - Wind driven rain test, passed.
Test method: UL-2218 - Hail test, passed.
Tests conducted by
http://www.priasphalt.com
Test method: ASTM-E108 - Flame spread, Class A-Rating.
Test method: ASTM-E843 - Flame spread, Class A-Rating
Further tests on Fiber Thatch particles only:
Test method: ASTM d638 - Elongation 22%
Test method: ASTM D1822 - Tensile impact strength 152KJ/m
Test method - ASTM D1525 - Vicat Softening point (5kg) 83C
The physical properties on the Fiber Thatch particles relate to the last
mentioned three tests.
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