In an era where fire safety is paramount, the choice of materials in
building and infrastructure design plays a cri cal role in protec ng
lives and property. Among these materials, the selec on of
fire-resistant and low-smoke cables is par cularly important.
RADIAFLEX
®
cables have been me culously tested and proven
to minimize flame spread and smoke emissions, making them an
essen al component in any fire safety strategy.
The Importance of Fire-Resistant Cables
Fire incidents in public spaces, transporta on systems, and
industrial facili es can lead to devasta ng consequences, including
loss of life and extensive property damage. In these environments,
cables are crucial for maintaining communica on, power, and
control systems. When a fire occurs, the integrity of these cables
can mean the difference between a manageable incident and a
catastrophe. Fire-resistant cables, like RADIAFLEX
®
, are designed
to prevent the spread of fire and reduce the emission of harmful
smoke, thus aiding in safer evacua on and more effec ve
emergency response.
Compliance with Stringent Standards
RFS Technologies, RADIAFLEX
®
cables are engineered to meet the
highest standards of fire safety, ensuring robust performance in
the event of a fire:
• UL1666: Ensures the cable meets strict safety standards and
can help prevent the spread of fire through buildings.
• ASTM E 662: Fire-test-response standard that covers
determina on of the specific op cal density of smoke
generated by solid materials and assemblies mounted in the
ver cal posi on in thicknesses up to and including 1 inch.
• NES713: Naval Engineering Standard 713 defines Toxicity
Index: The numeric summa on of the toxicity factors of
selected gases produced by complete combus on of the
material in air.
• NFPA130: Test the cable for flammability , combus bility,
and smoke produc on to ensure fire safety in railway
systems, vehicles and ven la on systems.
Compliance with NFPA 130 for Transit Systems
RADIAFLEX
®
cables meet the Na onal Fire Protec on
Associa on (NFPA) 130 standard, specifically designed for Fixed
Guideway Transit and Passenger Rail Systems. This compliance
is crucial in transit environments where the risks of fire are
heightened due to the confined spaces and the high volume of
passengers. By adhering to NFPA 130 standards, RADIAFLEX
®
cables contribute to the overall safety and reliability of these
cri cal transporta on systems.
Conclusion
RFS Technologies RADIAFLEX
®
cables, offer a proven solu on
for enhancing fire safety in various se ngs, from commercial
buildings to transit systems. By choosing RADIAFLEX
®
,
developers and safety engineers can ensure they are using
cables that not only meet but exceed the most rigorous
fire safety standards. This investment in quality cables is an
investment in the protec on of lives and property, providing
peace of mind in even the most challenging environments.
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