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Heat and flame-resistant materials and upholstered articles incorporating same

US7150059B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 5, 2004
Grant dateDec 19, 2006
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Expiry dateMay 5, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T442/697
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A mattress, foundation, or other upholstered sleep product or article includes a core and barrier material surrounding the core. The barrier material includes flame and heat-resistant material that is configured to prevent combustion of the core when the upholstered article is impinged with a gas flame according to California Technical Bulletin 603 of the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs. The barrier material may include an intumescent material that is configured to swell and char in the presence of a flame so as to form a barrier to the flame and to heat generated by the flame.

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