The BS 5722 standard, which is a European standard, describes the flammability performance requirements of fabrics, including multi-layer fabrics and fabric groups used in the production of pajamas and dressing gowns, and the properties of fabric samples taken from fabric combinations and clothing.
Textile manufacturers, suppliers and customers need effective flammability tests for quality control, research and development and certification purposes. Especially nightgowns carry serious risks resulting in their ignition. Upholstered furniture, clothing, drapery and toys are caused by a large number of injuries each year. However, this situation is not unavoidable.
Some textile fibers used in clothing are more flammable than others. Approximately three-quarters of clothing fire-related deaths occur in the 65 years and older age group. Women are more likely to be involved in clothing fire accidents than 55 percent. In fact, nightwear is generally loose and flowing, making it highly flammable. However, certain fiber blends should be avoided in situations where fire contact is likely. For example, cotton content burns easily, and carbon buildup forms a scaffold. Polyester fiber, on the other hand, typically melts, shrinks, and drips, adding fuel to the combustion process and continuing to spread the fire. Cotton is involved in 29 percent of fire incidents, polyamide in 26 percent, polyester and cotton blends in 13 percent, and wool in 6 percent.
In this regard, if a fabric is highly flammable, there is a hidden risk. Flammability is a factor that influences the risk of exposure to fire hazards. Combustible textiles are safe as long as they are not exposed to flame or excessive heat. The concern is the proximity between the textile and the heat source.
At this point, the specification for the flammability performance of fabrics and fabric combinations used in nightwear is considered important in terms of warning consumers.
Among the numerous test, measurement, analysis and evaluation studies it provides for businesses in various sectors, our organization also provides testing services for the flammability performance of fabrics and fabric combinations used in nightwear, within the scope of BS 5722 standard, with its trained and expert staff and advanced technological equipment.
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