Common Causes of Fires
About Sapphire Flame Retardants
Sapphire Flame Retardants cc provides proven passive fire protection for a wide range of fabrics, curtains, draping, polyester printed banners for indoor and outdoor events, hotels, theatres and different types of building materials with certification.
In the event of a fire—whether sparked by an errant cigarette or a faulty electrical cable—the potential for rapid escalation is alarming. Fires can spread at a rate of 1 square meter every 2 seconds, posing serious risks not only to individuals but also to property and neighboring structures.
We deliver and provide certifications for all our treatments for fire protection from 30 minutes up to 120 minutes with approved and tested fire rated products which is compliant with SANS 10400 Part T: for new and existing buildings, and SANS 10366: health and safety at events and the Safety at sports and recreational events.
To combat these dangers, regulations mandate the treatment of combustible materials with flame retardants that have been rigorously tested to meet SANS standards. Compliance with these fire safety regulations is essential for commercial and domestic buildings, venues ranging from schools, hotels, conference centers, hospitals to theatres and outdoor festivals, ensuring the safety of patrons and staff alike.
- Don't Play With Matches
- Think of Fire before it starts
"We are stopping the spread of flame"
Sapphire Flame Retardants cc is a Proudly South African company established in 1975.
We manufacture our own clear water-based halogen free flame retardants that stops the ignition of many natural and manmade combustible substrates. Sapphire Flame Retardant is applied by spraying or dipping fabrics.
Unmatched Safety Profile for Occupants and Environment (Halogen-Free):
- Eliminates Toxic Fumes: This is the most critical differentiator. Unlike halogenated flame retardants, Sapphire’s formula contains no fluorine, chlorine, bromine, iodine, or astatine. When halogen-treated fabrics burn, they release highly corrosive and toxic gases (like hydrogen chloride or hydrogen bromide) that are extremely dangerous to inhale, can cause severe respiratory damage, and are often more lethal than the fire itself. Sapphire Flame Retardant avoids this, ensuring a safer environment during a fire.
- Reduced Smoke Toxicity: By preventing the formation of these hazardous byproducts, Sapphire Flame Retardant significantly reduces the overall toxicity of the smoke, improving visibility and safety for evacuation and emergency responders.
- Non-Irritable to Skin: Sapphire Flame Retardant is designed to be non-irritating upon contact with human skin, which is crucial for fabrics that will be in close contact with people (e.g., upholstery, bedding, curtains, fire safety costumes).
Flame Retardant Treatments Saves Lives
FAQ’s
What is “Flame-Retardant (FR) Treatment” ?
Flame retardant treatment can be classified as either flame retardant or flame resistant depending on the result against an open flame. Since all FR standards are intended to test both types, flame retardant and flame resistant, these two terms are used interchangeably and may share the acronym “FR”. Flame resistant treatments will likely achieve a higher rating or classification than flame retardant treatments when applying the same test standard.
Watch Now: Flame Test - Blow torch exposure for extended period
A gas flame is placed against a piece of fabric treated with Sapphire Flame Retardant.
Once the flame is removed there is no residue flame or flame spread
Treated garment with Sapphire
Flame Retardants: The Safest Fire Protection
A gas flame is placed against a piece of thatch treated with Sapphire Flame Retardant.
Once the flame is removed is only traces of charred reeds with no smouldering and flame spread.