Fire safety issues. Solved. efectis. group. The European experts in fire safety

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1 Fire safety issues. Solved. efectis group The European experts in fire safety

2 GROUP Efectis is a global player in fire science and covers all fire safety expertise in testing and modeling, certification, education and inspection. To always offer safer living environments, the Efectis teams expand their skills to include other safety domains such as structural integrity, pathology assessment of materials, components and systems, and life prediction and durability for new and old buildings, monuments and infrastructures. GROUP IN SOME FIGURES 7 companies dedicated to fire science including 4 laboratories 2 teams dedicated to pathology and diagnostics of buildings, structures and construction materials: Stonevox and OutLabs Structures Nearly 200 employees across 16 sites Recognised as an official testing institute for more than 60 years 3 strategic partners Era Yönetim (Turkey) Ifopse (France) FluidAlp (France) More than 2300 tests carried out in 2014 (reaction to fire and fire resistance tests) A consolidated turnover of over 24M in fire resistance furnaces 15 facilities for reaction to fire testing More than 800 accreditations

3 Fire testing in laboratories Efectis extensive testing facilities allow us to carry out almost any type of fi re test. These vary from standardized tests up to tailor made tests. FIRE RESISTANCE TESTING (UNDER TESTING STANDARDS: ISO, HC, HCM, RWS, IMO, EN, UL, FM, ASTM) AD HOC TESTING REACTION TO FIRE TESTING (UNDER TESTING STANDARDS: ISO, EN, IMO) Penetration seal test n Structural elements: fl oors, ceilings, columns, beams, etc. n Construction products: doors, partitions, glass, etc. n Fire protection products: intumescent coatings, sprayed products, boards, etc. n Safety equipment: dampers, fans, etc. n Jet fi re testing for on and offshore industry n Fire spread in building frontages: Lepir 2 Storage fi re Efectis can qualify if your product is fi re safe. We can do this in our laboratories, as well as on location and this in a tailor-made way. Reconstruction of real fi res or fi res scenarios are possible. Reaction to fi re test for electric cables n Small burner n Calorimetric bomb n Non combustibility n Single Burning Item (SBI) n Radiant Floor Panel n Flame spread and persistence equipment n Cone calorimeter n Room corner test CALORIMETRIC HOOD TESTING REAL SCALE TESTS FIREFIGHTING SYSTEMS TESTING The calorimetric hood Efectis can make calorimetric hood testing of manufactured products or furniture, such as seats, vehicles, infl ammable liquid,... in order to determine the heat release rate, the mass loss, the toxic gas, the emissivity, the fi re spread, etc. and up to 10MW. Real scale fi re testing of a warehouse construction Efectis can realize real scale fi re test in the framework of research project or for design construction product validation in order to demonstrate the effi ciency of the custumer s systems, such as: failure mode of structures, fi re behavior of structure elements or fi re wall, fi re development model validation, extinguishing system validation etc. Fire exercise in Skövde - Fire college (Sweden) n Portable fi re extinguishing n Hose reels n Fire hydrants n Other products for active fi re protection

4 Innovation More than just a standard activity, the «Innovation spirit», in direct links with the R&D program, is part of the Efectis genetics. The Efectis teams are developing scientifi c approaches, tests benches and equipment. The best illustration is the creativity in the fi eld of ad-hoc tests, a specifi c and new problem to be solved where Efectis imagines a new test equipment and test method. Furthermore, the practical experience of Efectis allows designing whole test facilities. These skills are also used to provide the best possible tests and expertise to their customers. Now the technologies are implemented in systems built by privileged partners, whose design and test equipment are issued with the Efectis Technology label. This innovation spirit is also refl ected in the services the teams are able to propose, as pioneers. This allows Efectis to be proactive in the safety services, answering with more accuracy the customer s present and future needs. n Laboratory and research centres design by Efectis n New furnace concepts n... On-site fire testing Efectis created the «Efectis OutLabs» companies to propose the same Efectis in laboratory quality level, but outside them. IN SITU TESTS Efectis Outlabs Ventilation is a company dedicated to perform in-situ tests (in tunnels, offi ces, high rise buildings ) related to smoke exhaust and ventilation systems. n Mechanical smoke exhaust system testing n Natural smoke exhaust system testing n Full scale tunnel testing MOBILE FURNACE Smoke exhaust test in a train station (UNDER TESTING STANDARD ISO, HCM AND RWS) Efectis is the fi rst company in the world that is able to perform realistic fi re resistance testing on-site using mobile furnaces. The MobiFire can be applied to all kinds of structural elements, such as ceilings, fl oors, roofs and walls. The damage to the structure will be very limited, thanks to the fi re controllability. All fi re curves are possible (ISO, RWS, HCM) for any desired duration. The MobiFire allows to demonstrate the fi re resistance capabilities of the construction element. Especially this is of interest for concrete structures, where the spalling behavior has to be determined adequately. Using the Mobifi re in a tunnel Pathology and diagnosis of buildings and construction materials Stonevox and OutLabs Structures are dedicated to diagnosis, analysis and consulting in buildings. Stonevox is dedicated to historic buildings of all types (classifi ed buildings, ancient monuments, churches, works of art such as sculptures, etc.). OutLabs Structures is specialized in modern buildings, infrastructures, industrial constructions, public work, etc. Both Stonevox and OutLabs Structures provide : n Diagnosis to analyse and identify the pathologies providing: n Recommendations on how to fi x them n Presentation of technical specifi cations n Estimations of cost and period of work n Technical consultancy in the different situations an owner can face: n Maintenance n Security (structural, public use...) n Rehabilitation work planning and survey n Assessment of innovative repairing technologies n A comprehensive approach, as a system approach, through the historical, patrimonial, aesthetical, structural and functional scopes including the physical, chemical and durability aspects of the built-in materials n Instrumentation, life prediction and durability of buildings Cracking in the junction area of pre-stressed hollow-core slabs.

5 Fire safety engineering - design and modeling The high level of competence and a proven track record are characterizing our studies of structural fi re behavior, risk assessment and smoke spread. FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT AND RISK ANALYSIS FIRE BEHAVIOR OF CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS BY MODELING APPROACH n Construction products: door, partition n Safety equipment: dampers, fans n Protection products: intumescent coatings, sprayed products, board STRUCTURAL FIRE BEHAVIOR ENGINEERING Fire development in an auditorium n Nuclear power plants and power stations n Buildings and offshore installations DESIGN AND ENGINEERING ANALYSIS n Fire suppression systems n Fire detection, alarm and mass notifi cation systems n Personnel egress and life safety systems REAL FIRE SCENARIO MODELING n Numerical simulation of fi re development in open and confi ned environment n Parametrical study of fi re development n Thermal impact modeling (Safety distance of thermal effects) CODE CONSULTING n Fire and life safety code analysis n Code compliance review n Code evaluation and confl ict resolution Example of displacement of a steel structure (amplifi cation x10) n Modeling of structural fi re behavior (timber, steel, concrete, composite ) exposed to real or standard fi re n Failure mode of structure (collapse) n Integrity of fi rewalls n Design and validation of structural design FIRE SPREAD AND PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS n Assessment of building performance from external effects: explosion, jet fi res, pool fi re, BLEVE, boil-over EGRESS CONDITION MODELING EXPLOSION SCENARIO MODELING n Simulation of atmospheric scattering of pollutants and combustion products n Evaluation of safety distance from toxic effects n Toxicity and opacity of smoke SMOKE SPREAD STUDIES Egress condition modeling n Public buildings n Storage and industrial sites PEER REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL STUDY (CRITICAL ANALYSIS) n Warehouses, silos n Liquid storage in tanks Simulation of smoke spread in a railway station n Simulation of fi re effl uent spread n Design and validation of mechanical smoke exhaust systems FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT MODELING (CFD) n Underground n Maritime n Oil and gas (onshore and offshore) n Nuclear and power plants n Industrial plants

6 Fire expertise and approvals Efectis helps with the engineering and the supervision of constructions, installations and buildings. Efectis offers solutions in the fi eld of: n Extended applications n Product assessment n System assessment with respect to fi re regulations n Certifi cation n Systems commissioning n Forensic investigation CE MARKING The Efectis network offers a range of services as Notifi ed Bodies in regard of CE marking of products with fi re characteristics covering system 1 (certifi cation + inspection + testing) and system 3 (testing) of the certifi cate of constancy of performance. Under system 1, the products covered by Efectis are including: n Smoke and heat exhaust systems n Fire resistant glass n Smoke barriers n Fire protection products (boars and slabs, rendering, intumescent paint) n Fire stopping and fi re sealing products n Fire dampers and smoke control dampers, n Building hardware n Fire alarm, fi re detection systems Notified Body n 1812 Under system 3 (reaction to fi re or fi re resistance testing) the products covered by Efectis are including: n Gypsum products n Curtain walling n Wood based panels n Thermal insulation products n Floorings n Wood based panels Notified Bodies n 1812, 1234, 2184 European Technical Approvals Efectis provides, in relation with its partners, a one stop shopping service for products covered by ETAGs n Consultancy to set up the projects n From testing to CE marking via ETA n Follow-up services, inspection and certifi cation of production processes SAFE4FIRE VOLUNTARY MARK Efectis is developing a voluntary fi re-safety mark to maintain a high fi re security level in buildings or infrastructures. As the application of regulations and the fi re resistance of construction elements are not always controlled, Efectis is able to check if the required fi re safety level is reached. Furthermore, the services included in the SAFE4FIRE mark can offer the insurance of the compatibility of the different construction elements and methods through a comprehensive survey covering all processes: n Design and construction of the building or the infrastructure n Design, manufacturing and installation of the construction elements These services are based on building or infrastructure risk classes with detailed steps: n Laboratory tests n On-site tests n Periodical surveillance of the building or infrastructure n Continuous control of the manufacturing process n Risk assessment Education and seminars Efectis is bringing to the forefront its exclusive know-how and in-depth real-life understanding of safety, for today s demanding and ever changing environments. Efectis Academy is developing a high-impact course offerings accommodating and tailored to any needs, in various languages, bridging the gap between theoretical and real case scenario, presented by experts. The curriculum is divided in fi ve categories of courses: Code providing basic and specifi c knowledge of the provisions included in the major fi re codes. Engineering providing the defi nitions to what is Fire Protection Engineering and the knowledge to apply it. Expert providing expert analysis and in depth understanding of very specifi c solutions to problems found in different industries. Product providing scientifi c and applied knowledge about construction product behavior. Technical providing day-to-day good practices in regards to the working environment and the installation and the maintenance of the fi re equipment.

7 OUR SERVICES FIRE TESTING 4 dedicated laboratories in France, the Netherlands and Turkey n Reaction to fire testing n Fire resistance testing n Fire suppression testing n Full-scale and ad hoc testing n Mechanical testing n Smoke control testing FIRE SAFETY ENGINEERING Fire safety assessment of constructions and systems (buildings, tunnels etc.) n Assessment of performance-based design n Comparison of safety level of different solutions n Fire behaviour of materials and structures n Smoke and heat exhaust systems n Smoke spread studies n Extinguishing systems n Egress modeling n Risk and fire hazards analysis n Third-party expertise n Related tests: smoke exhaust tests, fire extinguishing systems in tunnels etc. n Fire and life safety code evaluation n Fire detection, alarm, notification and suppression system design FIRE EXPERTISE AND APPROVALS n Forensic investigation n On-site inspections n Technical assistance n Product assessment n System assessment with respect to fire regulations n CE marking n Safe4Fire voluntary mark n System commissioning INNOVATION EDUCATION AND SEMINARS n Updated knowledge with the latest developments n Tailor-made courses PATHOLOGY AND DIAGNOSIS OF BUILDINGS, STRUCTURES AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS n Diagnosis to analyse and identify the pathologies n Technical consultancy n A comprehensive approach n Instrumentation, life prediction and durability of buildings OUR MARKETS n Construction n Industry n Logistics n Maritime n Military n Transportation n Offshore n Infrastructure n Energy and nuclear n Health care OUR STRENGTHS n Expertise and proven customer track records in construction, infrastructure and maritime applications n Combined know-how including testing, design and modeling, risk assessment, inspection and certification n Highly qualified staff, speaking more than 10 languages n Customer orientated n Ongoing investments to provide innovative services around the world n OutLabs companies (OUTside LABoratorieS) dedicated to on-site services, enabling Efectis to get close to its customers needs

8 NEDERLAND (The Netherlands) USA USA 76 FRANCE STONEVOX 91 OUTLABS VENTILATION 56 (France) IBERICA (Spain) FRANCE (Morocco) ERA AVRASYA (Turkey) MIDDLE-EAST (UAE-Qatar) FRANCE (China) FRANCE 38 Laboratory ZI Les Nappes 149, route du Marc LES AVENIERES - FRANCE Tel: +33 (0) france@efectis.com 13 «Aix-en-Provence» Delegation aix-en-provence@efectis.com 33 «Midi-Aquitaine» Delegation midi-aquitaine@efectis.com 57 «Grand Est» Delegation grand-est@efectis.com 69 «Rhône-Alpe» Delegation rhone-alpes@efectis.com 57 Laboratory Voie Romaine MAIZIERES-LES-METZ - FRANCE Tel: +33 (0) france@efectis.com 34 «Méditerranée» Delegation mediterranee@efectis.com 56 «Nord Atlantique» Delegation nord-atlantique@efectis.com 76 «Normandie» Delegation normandie@efectis.com 91 «Ile de France» Delegation ile-de-france@efectis.com FRANCE CHINA OFFICE Room 1610, Changhang Mansion, No.800 Zhangyang Rd, Pudong New Area, SHANGHAI - CHINA 上 海 市 浦 东 新 区 张 杨 路 800 号 长 航 大 厦 1610 室 Tél. : +86 (0) china@efectis.com ERA AVRASYA TOSB TAYSAD Organize Sanayi Bölgesi 1.Cadde 15.Yol No:1 Sekerpınar-Çayırova Kocaeli - TURKEY Tel : turkey@efectis.com MIDDLE-EAST Office Suit 315 Royal Plaza 3rd floor Al saad street DOHA - QATAR Tel: middle-east@efectis.com USA Tel: usa@efectis.com East Coast walnut St # 504 PHILADELPHIA, PA USA Great Lakes and Midwest City Building, 850 Euclid Ave. Suite 1122 CLEVELAND, OH USA West Coast ANCHORAGE, AK - USA FRANCE MOROCCO OFFICE Opening in 2015 CASABLANCA, MOROCCO aajj@efectis.com IBERICA Apdo. Postal MADRID - SPAIN Tel: spain@efectis.com OUTLABS VENTILATION Espace Technologique - Bâtiment Apollo Route de l Orme des Merisiers SAINT-AUBIN - FRANCE Tél. : +33 (0) outlabs@efectis.com ACADEMY 320 walnut St # 504 PHILADELPHIA, PA USA Tel: info@efectis-academy.com NEDERLAND Brandpuntlaan-Zuid NZ BLEISWIJK - THE NETHERLANDS Tel: +31 (0) nederland@efectis.com STONEVOX OUTLABS STRUCTURES Espace Technologique - Bâtiment Apollo Route de l Orme des Merisiers SAINT-AUBIN - FRANCE Tél. : +33 (0) stonevox@efectis.com GROUP Espace Technologique - Bâtiment Apollo - Route de l Orme des Merisiers SAINT-AUBIN - FRANCE Tel: +33 (0) contact@efectis.com