Ensuring Material Safety, Fire Performance & Regulatory Compliance

Fire and flammability testing provide scientifically validated data on how materials behave under heat and flame exposure. These assessments determine how quickly a material ignites, how flames spread, and whether combustion can be sustained or resisted — all critical insights for safety, design, and compliance.

At METS Laboratories, we deliver comprehensive fire performance testing for construction materials, textiles, industrial components, and consumer goods. Using internationally recognized methods, we help manufacturers, engineers, and developers meet stringent fire-safety regulations and certification requirements across the GCC and beyond.

1. Importance of Fire & Flammability Testing

Fire safety is fundamental to protecting lives, property, and infrastructure. Rigorous flammability testing allows manufacturers to:

• Evaluate ignition time, flame spread, and heat release rates


• Determine compliance with global fire-safety codes (ASTM, NFPA, ISO, BS, EN)


• Support Civil Defense approval and regulatory submissions


• Identify suitable materials for high-risk or fire-critical environments


• Reduce liability by validating material and product safety

By replicating controlled thermal and combustion conditions, laboratories can quantify material reactivity and performance, ensuring safety through verified compliance.

2. Fire Testing at METS

METS provides an extensive range of fire, flammability, and non-combustibility testing services for:

• Building and construction materials
• Textiles and furnishing products
• Electrical and electronic components
• Plastics, polymers, and composites
• Consumer goods and packaging

Our testing simulates real-world fire exposure scenarios under precise, repeatable conditions to measure parameters like ignition time, flame propagation, and self-extinguishing behavior.

Non-Combustibility & Reaction-to-Fire Testing

In addition to flammability testing, METS performs non-combustibility and reaction-to-fire evaluations that determine whether materials contribute to fire growth or remain stable under high heat.

These results support classification under the European Euroclass system (A1, A2, B, C, D, E, or F), enabling clients to:

• Demonstrate regulatory conformity
• Obtain Civil Defense and authority approvals
• Validate suitability for high-performance, fire-safe building applications

3. Fire Testing Standards We Follow

All METS tests are conducted in compliance with globally recognized fire-testing standards, including:

4. Approvals & Accreditations

UAE Civil Defense Approval

In the United Arab Emirates, the Civil Defense Authority regulates all fire-safety and life-safety systems.

METS Laboratories is an officially approved and accredited Civil Defense testing laboratory, certified to perform flammability and non-combustibility assessments for materials and products used in buildings, infrastructure, and industrial projects.

This approval confirms:

• Verified technical competence and regulatory alignment
• Compliance with UAE Civil Defense requirements
• Authorization for testing and certifying materials under UAE safety laws

International Accreditation

In addition to Civil Defense approval, METS Laboratories is accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) for specialized fire-testing methodologies. Our accreditations validate:

• Scientific rigor and repeatability


• Data integrity and traceability


• Global recognition of METS-issued reports and certificates

Reports issued by METS hold regulatory authority and enhance credibility for certification, project submission, and market acceptance.

All testing is conducted under strictly controlled environmental conditions and is fully traceable to international reference standards.

6. Why Choose METS for Fire Testing?

Civil Defense Approved Laboratory

ISO/IEC 17025 & IAS Accredited

Compliance with ASTM, BS, EN, ISO & NFPA Standards

Advanced Fire Simulation Facilities

Rapid Certification & Regulatory Support

Trusted by Developers, Manufacturers, and Government Authorities

METS Laboratories ensures that every tested material meets performance, safety, and compliance standards demanded by modern building codes, infrastructure authorities, and international trade requirements.

Conclusion

Fire and flammability testing are not just compliance requirements—they are essential tools for life safety, design validation, and product integrity. Through our accredited laboratories and Civil Defense-approved capabilities, METS Laboratories delivers complete, data-driven fire safety assurance for industries across the UAE, Qatar, and the GCC.

Our mission: to help you build and manufacture fire-safe, regulation-compliant, and performance-certified materials that protect lives and infrastructure.