Material Characterization and Product Liability
An essential component of fire investigation is understanding the flammability and combustion characteristics of materials involved in the initiation and spread of a fire.  CSE has numerous test apparatus for material characterization, including the RPP, TPP, and Dynamic Radiant/Convective Flow apparatuses, as well as, dual radiant panels, burners, and a convective oven.  CSE has a full array of radiometers, thermocouples, and gas analysis equipment to capture material data during combustion.

CSE has conducted thousands of failure analysis tests on products involved in various fire and combustion incidents including clothing (children and adult as well as thermally protective), interior and exterior structural elements, heating and cooling devices, electrical components and systems, and fire notification devices.

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