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Latest member knowledge and resources
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Here's a quick summary of the latest knowledge, resources and news available to help you get the most out of your membership of the Furniture Industry Research Association.
Research Association projects
- New remanufacturing standard published
- New bariatric bed standard published
- Continued growth in UK furniture manufacturing despite EU Exit uncertainty
- REACH Update - New substances of very high concern - August 2019
Standards
- New standards: BS EN 15939: 2019 Hardware for furniture; New European Standard for assessing furniture surfaces
- Standards meetings reports on: Non-domestic furniture (EN 15372); Foldaway beds (EN 1129); Seat loading template; Suspended seating; Common test methods; CEN TC207 Plenary; Remanufacturing; Outdoor furniture; PAS 7050 Steering Group
Member and industry achievements
- Two additional FIRA Gold Certifications for Recticel
- New FIRA Gold Certification for Claremont Centre
- Sylmar Technology Ltd expands FIRA Gold Certification through new décor offerings
- Westbridge recognised as ‘certified company’ under fire compliance scheme
Brexit
- New guide: ‘Brexit – the importance of planning ahead’
- Brexit events and webinars
Key news
- Toxic Chemicals in Everyday Life
- New order relating to potential safety issues of consumer products
- Update to companies exporting furniture to Germany
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