Fire Testing
Fire Resistance and Reaction Testing
List Of Testing Services
Reaction to Fire
Reaction to fire and flammability testing are used to assess the contribution to fire growth from products such as walls, floors, and ceiling linings. Different tests are used to examine ignition, flammability, rate of heat release and combustion effluent like smoke and burning droplet behavior.
Fire Resistance
Fire Resistance tests evaluate the ability of an element of construction such as a door, wall, floors and others... to withstand the effects of a fully developed fire. This can be quantified simply as a measure of time, or it may entail a multitude of criteria involving other evidence of functionality or fitness for purpose.
Fortified Fire Testing Laboratory Capabilities
Material Lab is recognized as an accredited fire testing laboratory, equipped to execute both fire resistance testing and reaction-to-fire evaluation of building materials. We conduct testing in full compliance with EN 13501‑1, BS 476‑22, EN 1363, and UL standards, notably ASTM, UL & NFPA where relevant. Backed by EIAC accreditation and approval from Dubai Civil Defence, Material Lab is your trusted fire resistance testing laboratory for complex construction needs.
Specialized Fire Testing of Building Materials
Our team specializes in the fire testing of building materials, including doors, partitions, walls, glazing assemblies, curtain walls, ducts, penetration seals, dampers, coatings, and façade systems. Using state-of-the-art furnaces and test rigs, we replicate high-temperature fire exposures to rate the performance of materials and systems. This ensures compliance with both local regulations and global best practices in fire safety.
Why Choose Us as Your Fire Resistance Testing Laboratory
Across three core dimensions, Material Lab distinguishes itself among fire testing laboratories. These strengths make Material Lab a go-to fire resistance testing laboratory for contractors, product manufacturers, facade engineers, and certifying bodies.
Comprehensive Testing Services
From flammability and reaction-to-fire testing (flame spread, heat release, smoke indices) to full fire endurance and hose-stream criteria.
Regulatory and Technical Accreditation
Operates under EIAC ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, and is recognized by Dubai Civil Defence for Civil Defense Certificate eligibility.
Multi-standard Compliance
From reaction-to-fire testing (flame spread, heat release, smoke indices) to full fire endurance and hose-stream criteria.
Integrated Assessment for Construction Materials
As a leading fire testing laboratory, we support manufacturers and building professionals with comprehensive testing of materials such as insulation boards, drywall, cladding panels, structural modules, sealants, and surface coatings. Our evaluation of fire performance helps you qualify products for local building approval and Civil Defense use in high-rise and industrial developments. Wherever fire resistance and reaction-to-fire data are required, Material Lab delivers precise, certified results efficiently.
Strategic Benefits of Fire Testing with Us
Choosing us means selecting:
- A full-scale fire resistance testing laboratory capable of facade and assembly testing using vertical furnaces and NFPA-285 style simulators.
- Technical expertise to assess building materials under extreme heat, hose stream, and smoke generation scenarios.
- Industry-grade testing documentation suitable for issuing compliance labels and product certification across international markets.
With Material Lab, your fire testing aligns with both regulatory requirements and insurer expectations, ensuring maximum acceptance at the permitting and tender stages.
