How an Indian Railway Vendor Built a Fully Compliant EN 45545-2 Fire Testing Lab – A Success Story with KDM Global

How a Railway Vendor Built a Full EN 45545 Fire Testing Lab | KDM Global

How an Indian Railway Vendor Built a Fully Compliant EN 45545-2 Fire Testing Lab

A Real-World Success Story with KDM Global’s Fire Lab Setup Services

Background

In 2023, a Tier-1 railway interior supplier based in Pune, Maharashtra approached KDM Global. They had secured large orders from Indian Railways and Metro projects that required rigorous fire safety compliance under EN 45545-2 and NCD 1409. Previously, they relied on third-party labs and faced delays, high costs, and rejected samples due to non-standard testing environments.

Challenge

The company needed to:

  • ✅ Build an in-house fire testing lab that met international standards
  • ✅ Acquire all critical equipment for EN 45545 Part 2 testing
  • ✅ Ensure traceable calibration and reliable test results for RDSO audits
  • ✅ Train their in-house team to run tests independently

Solution by KDM Global

KDM Global provided a complete turnkey fire testing solution:

Supplied Equipment:

Additional Services:

  • 📐 Customized lab layout drawing and ventilation design
  • 🛠️ On-site installation and calibration with traceable certificates
  • 👨‍🏫 Operator training for ISO 5660, EN 45545, FTIR data interpretation
  • 📋 Documentation support for audit, NABL, and client submissions

Results Achieved

Within 60 days of project start, the client had a fully functional EN 45545 fire test lab. Benefits included:

  • ✔ Passed RDSO and OEM audits with zero deviations
  • ✔ Reduced sample rejection rate by 70%
  • ✔ Saved over ₹15 lakhs annually on third-party test fees
  • ✔ Achieved 48-hour test cycle turnaround for new product designs

The lab is now used daily for production QC and R&D for fire-retardant composite panels, seats, and electrical enclosures.

Client Testimonial

"Partnering with KDM Global was the best decision. Their technical team guided us from scratch to certification. Today, our lab is a competitive asset and helps us serve the Indian Railways faster and better."
– Railway Coach Component Supplier

Ready to Build Your Own Fire Testing Lab?

If you're a manufacturer or supplier serving Railways, Automotive, Construction, or Electrical industries, having your own fire lab ensures faster compliance, product innovation, and better margins.

KDM Global provides lab setup, machine supply, FTIR integration, calibration, and AMC support across India.

📞 Let’s Talk

Email: saleskdmglobal@gmail.com
Phone: +91 8218470498 / +91 7983475310
Website: EN 45545 Railway Fire Testing

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