SABA’s Sabatack Fast has been awarded the EN 45545-2 certificate after undergoing various fire safety tests. Sabatack Fast is a extremely fast boosted MS polymer-based construction adhesive. The adhesive has applications in the development of trains, trams and metros.
European Standard for Fire Safety in Rail Vehicles
For fire safety, all materials used in rail vehicles must comply with the EN 45545-2 standard. The EN 45545-2 is the European standard for fire safety in rail vehicles. All materials used in these vehicles must comply with this standard. The certificate safeguards safety with respect to the following aspects:
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Flame expansion
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Flammability
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Heat emission
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Smoke development
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Toxicity
Rail vehicles are classified at one of three different hazard levels, namely HL1, HL2 and HL3. HL1 is the lowest requirement and HL3 is the highest. The level is established based on two factors. First, the route traveled by the relevant rail vehicle, with an important factor being how fast a passenger can reach a safe place in the event of a fire. Second, the level also depends on the type of rail vehicle, for example sleeping cars, double-deckers, etc.
Source: SABA