Fire is one of the most deadly threats to ships sailing in international waters. Due to the enclosed spaces and limited escape routes, a fire can spread rapidly, with devastating consequences. Consequently, the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention and the International Fire Test Procedures (FTP) Code impose stringent requirements on the fire resistance of marine materials.
The 2010 FTP Rules were officially implemented on July 1, 2012. They regulate the testing and approval of marine fireproof materials and fire-resistant structures in Chapter II-2 of the SOLAS Convention. In addition to the technical updates of various parts, the rules have integrated the original MSC.61(67), MSC.101(73) and the scattered standards they referenced, so that shipyards, designers, approvers, manufacturers and third-party type test organizations have a clearer and more intuitive understanding.
According to the amendment adopted in 2004 (MSC.173 (79)), Part III further refines the test standards for different fire resistance levels and adds special provisions for high-speed craft (Parts 10 and 11), clarifying the test methods for flame retardant materials and fire-resistant partitions. The 2010 revision of the FTP Code strengthens the international unified standards, requiring all ship materials to be certified by IMO-approved testing agencies to ensure global consistency.
Fire Testing Scope of IMO 2010 FTP CODE
The IMO 2010 FTP Code (Fire Test Procedure Code) is the core standard for the certification of marine fire-resistant materials. Part 1 tests the non-combustibility of materials at 750°C using a tubular furnace, requiring a mass loss of ≤50%, a temperature rise of ≤30°C, and no sustained combustion. Part 2 uses a cone calorimeter (25/50 kW/m² radiation) to assess smoke density and toxic gases (CO, HCl, HCN, etc.) to ensure evacuation safety. Part 3 uses large vertical/horizontal fire furnaces to test the fire integrity and insulation performance of A/B/F class divisions according to the ISO 834 standard curve (for example, A-60 requires an unexposed surface temperature rise of ≤140°C in 60 minutes). Part 5 measures the flame spread of surface materials using radiant panels (50.5 kW/m²) to control heat release and burning dripping. Part 10, designed specifically for high-speed craft, combines full-scale room testing with cone calorimetry to assess the overall fire control capability of fire-resistance materials.
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FTP Code Part 1,Non-flammability Test
Purpose
This certification verifies that a material does not burn or produce flammable gases at high temperatures (750°C). It is the primary certification for all fire-resistant materials on board ships (such as A/B/C class divisions), ensuring that they do not support combustion in a fire.
Applicable Materials
Structural Materials: Steel, Aluminum, Glass
Insulation Materials: Mineral Wool, Ceramic Fiber
Composites: Panels, Pipeline Insulation
Interior Materials: Floors, Wall Linings
Test Procedure
Specimen Preparation: 5–10 specimens (homogeneous or heterogeneous), dried (105 ± 2°C or 500 ± 20°C to remove organic matter).
Test: Place the specimen in an oven and heat for 30 minutes. Record the following:
Continued burning time (a flame > 10 seconds is considered flammable).
Temperature rise at the center of the specimen (via thermocouple).
Mass loss (weighed before and after).
Environment: Test chamber temperature 10–30°C, relative humidity 20–70%.
Acceptance Criteria
Continued burning: ≤ 10 seconds. Temperature Rise: ≤ 30°C at the center of the specimen, ≤ 50°C inside the furnace.
Mass Loss: ≤ 50% (homogeneous) or ≤ 50% (average for heterogeneous layers).
Failure: Any specimen burns for > 10 seconds or the temperature rise/mass loss exceeds the specified value.
Application
All A/B/C class divisions: bulkheads, decks, doors, and windows must first pass Part 1.
Cable sheathing and insulation materials: Ensure they are non-combustible and comply with SOLAS II-2/9.
Certification: A Certificate of Type Approval (COA) issued by an accredited laboratory (e.g., Intertek) is required, with a validity period of ≤ 5 years.
Standards
IMO FTP Code Annex 1, Part 1
ISO 1182:2010 (Non-combustibility test method)
USCG 46 CFR 164.109
Test equipment
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The ISO 1182 non-combustibility test furnace is a specialized apparatus designed to evaluate the non-combustible properties of building materials and products, adhering to ISO 1182:2020 and equivalent international standards such as EN ISO 1182, BS EN ISO 1182, ASTM E136, and IMO FTP Code Part 1. Operating at a precise 750°C, it tests cylindrical samples (45 mm diameter, 50 mm height) to measure temperature rise (≤ 50°C for furnace, surface, and center), sustained flaming (none for A1, ≤ 20 seconds for A2), and mass loss (≤ 50% for A1), ensuring compliance with fire safety classifications like Euroclass A1 and A2. Widely used in construction, rail, marine, and aviation industries, this furnace features advanced dual thermocouples, automated temperature control, and real-time data acquisition, making it essential for certifying materials in high-fire-risk applications.
FTP Code Part 2,Smoke and Toxicity Test
Purpose
To evaluate the smoke density and toxic gases generated by burning materials to ensure visibility (facilitating evacuation) and low toxicity (reducing the risk of poisoning) during fires, particularly critical for passenger vessels (>12 passengers).
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