The centre of knowledge for the furniture industry
The centre of knowledge for the furniture industry
Established in 1949, the Furniture Industry Research Association provides support to the entire furniture supply chain, across all sectors. Membership is open to all within, or with an interest in the furniture market. Membership gives access to our unrivalled hub of knowledge covering all facets affecting the furniture industry.
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Buoyant Upholstery gain ‘Certified Company’ status under fire compliance scheme
“Compliance and Safety is always at the forefront at everything we do"
January Furniture Show - Reasons To Be Cheerful
NEC in Birmingham from 20th - 23rd January 2019
FIRA International expands flammability testing laboratory
FIRA International has opened a newly expanded flammability laboratory.
Association welcomes new members
Nine new members join Furniture Industry Research Association
Shake off the winter blues at Harrison Spinks’ Northern Winter Ball
In aid of The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishings industry.
PEFC Annual Stakeholder Event Report October 2018
Stakeholder meeting to discuss sustainable forestry and receive an update on PEFC scheme
Exova BM TRADA Seminar: Rail Fire Regulations and How to Enter the Marine Market
Free one-day seminar on the new European rail fire testing standard EN 45545.
Standards meeting report – domestic furniture
A meeting of CEN TC207 WG1, the European standards committee tasked with producing standards for domestic furniture
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Office / Contract Furniture
On 14th November we’re running this must-attend free event for all those involved in the contract / office sector, covering everything from standards to REACH, from Brexit to machinery directives. Content will be delivered by the industry experts at FIRA International.
Standards
Access meeting reports giving you insights to standards under discussion - which could impact your business. Or search our comprehensive Standards Database to see the details of what you need to adhere to.
Flammability
A wide range of essential resources to help you meet the requirements of the Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations.
Compliance Scheme
The Furniture Industry Research Association’s ‘Compliance Scheme for the Fire Performance of Upholstered Furniture’ aims to offer reassurance that a manufacturer, retailer, upholsterer or supplier of upholstered furniture has suitable processes and procedures in place to demonstrate due diligence compliance with the UK's Furniture & Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations (FFFSR).
