You’ve probably seen us mention 1.3G and 1.4G fireworks before.

It’s easy to assume these are another version of F1, F2, F3 and F4.

They’re actually completely different classifications.

F1–F4 relate to the category and intended use of the firework.

1.3G and 1.4G relate to how the fireworks are classified as dangerous goods for transport.

So what’s the difference?

🔥 1.4G

Division 1.4 explosives present a comparatively limited hazard in the event of an accident during transport, with the effects largely confined to the package.

🔥 1.3G

Division 1.3 explosives present a fire hazard together with either a minor blast hazard, minor projection hazard, or both, but without a mass explosion hazard.

That difference has a big impact behind the scenes.

Transporting and storing fireworks isn’t simply a case of putting boxes into a van or warehouse.

The classification of the products, the quantity being carried or stored, the vehicle, packaging and relevant dangerous-goods requirements all have to be considered.

It’s an entire side of professional fireworks that the audience never sees.

For them, everything begins with:

3… 2… 1… 🎆

For us, there’s a lot that happens before we ever get to that point.

🎆 Make the Moment Spectacular.

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