As aircraft passenger and crew safety is mandatory and increasingly important in aviation, initiatives are underway in this area, particularly concerning the construction of aircraft interior parts.
Bemis | Protechnic flame-retardant thermoplastic web adhesives – Safer alternative adhesive technology for aircraft interior parts
The aerospace industry is evolving, demanding better bonding solutions for new materials. The flammability of materials used in the construction of aircraft is a key factor. That’s where Bemis | Protechnic thermoplastic adhesives can make a significant difference. Our CoPA and CoPES thermoplastic webs have successfully passed FAR 25.853, they’re both in accordance with the norm FAR 25.853 appF part I (a)(1) (ii).
FAR 25.853 regulations – fire regulations established for aircraft interiors
FAR 25.853 is a regulation established by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that sets the fire protection standards for aircraft compartment interiors. It specifies the requirements for materials used in the interior of an aircraft, including:
- Flammability: Materials must meet certain flammability standards to limit the spread of fire in the event of an emergency.
- Smoke emission: Materials must not emit excessive smoke when burned, as this can impair visibility and hinder evacuation efforts.
- Heat release: Materials must not release excessive heat when burned, as this can contribute to the intensity of a fire.
- Toxic gas emission: Materials must not emit excessive toxic gases when burned, as this can pose a health hazard to passengers and crew.
Flame retardant adhesive in aircraft seating applications
The most common application of flame-retardant adhesive in aircraft and aerospace cabins is seating. Our flame-retardant web adhesive have amazing compatibility with a large variety of materials used in airplane seat construction and other aircraft interior applications:
- PU foam
- PES foam
- Genuine leather
- Artificial vinyl leather
- Composite material (glass fiber, carbon fiber, natural fibers)
- Cotton fabric
- 100% wool or wool and nylon blend fabric
- Synthetic fabrics
Why do we recommend web adhesive for your aircraft interior manufacturing?
Web adhesives possess inherent qualities due to their open and light structure. Web adhesives are essentially adhesive materials in a non-woven, fabric like form. This gives them a high degree of flexibility and comfortability.
Make your bonding process more efficient and design safer aircraft upholstery parts:
- Permeable structure allowing airflow increasing your material’s comfort
- Use less adhesive weight compared to spray adhesive technologies leading to less waste
- Use less energy to bond your materials
- Flame retardant properties
- Strong bonding through the entire surface of your substrate
- Bio-based adhesive formulations (up to 91%)
Let’s discuss how we can help you with your project, contact : commercial@protechnic.bemisworldwide.com
