Fire and explosion research at factory mutual research corporation

Fire and explosion research at factory mutual research corporation

Contents of Related Journals 387 Fire and Explosion Research at Factory Mutual Research Corporation (Reprinted with translation into Russian from th...

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Fire and Explosion Research at Factory Mutual Research Corporation (Reprinted with translation into Russian from the Proceedings of the First International Seminar on Fire and Explosion Hazard of Substances and Venting of Deflagrations, 17-21 July 1995, Moscow) Cheng Yao Research Division, Factory Mutual Research Corporation, 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike, Norwood, MA 02062, USA FMRC (Factory Mutual Research Corporation) is one of the five organizations affiliated with three large property insurance companies. Together, they are known worldwide as the Factory Mutual System, which had its origin in 1835. Fire and explosion research and large-scale testing have provided the scientific foundation, reliable data and engineering tools needed to protect property and prevent losses. FMRC has pioneered innovative approaches in combustion and fire research and delivered many significant technological breakthroughs in fire and explosion protection over the last three decades. This paper provides an overview of our accomplishments and current long- and short-range research activities.