foam
Example Sentences
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Swiss prosecutors believe the fire ignited from champagne bottles with sparklers too close to insulation foam on the bar's ceiling.
From Barron's
Prosecutors believe the fire started when champagne bottles with sparklers attached set light to sound-insulating foam on the ceiling.
From BBC
Investigators say sparklers likely ignited flammable acoustic foam on the ceiling, and witnesses described flames racing overhead before many patrons understood the danger.
The sparks appear to set fire to the ceiling, which was covered with foam for soundproofing, and the flames spread very quickly.
From BBC
PU foam is often treated with fire-retardant before being installed as a noise dampener in factories and entertainment venues.
From BBC
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