Important facts
Wood Guard has been tested by the SABS.
Effective for natural and synthetic materials.
Can be applied by either spraying, brushing or dipping.
Bulk application can be obtained by slurry pump,
Non toxic and environmentally friendly.
Heat does not change properties (multi exposures effectiveness).
Characteristics of Wood Guard
Wood Guard is odourless.
Releases no fumes when heated.
Easy to work with
Safe in case of skin contact
Can cause eye irritation.
Benefits of Wood Guard
Withstands flames cause by flammable liquids or electrical wires
Wood Guard is a very versatile product with many uses. It can be applied to almost any surface
because of it’s super adhesive ability. Its main application is mining timber, electrical cables and roof trusses.
Important points to note:
It protects timber against decay
It is non – toxic
It penetrates and seal timber
It is cost effective
There is no need for expensive application methods it can be applied with standard air compressor or paint brush
Wood Guard glues itself to timber & penetrates the cracks and cavities, adding to the mechanical strengths of the timber.
Wood Guard Data sheet:
General Description:
A water based coating, fire retardant designed to protect electrical cables/wood against the ravages of fire.
Physical properties:
Color: Black to brown/ colour less
Spread rate: 0.900 liters per m2
Shelf life: 12 months
Drying time 7 days
Fully cure 12 days
Binder: Polymer
TYPICAL PROPERTIES -15% -10,5 – 26 (ml/2g) – 38 (immediate)
Ionic state: Anionic
Good green and fired pellet strength
Solid content: 49 – 80 %
M.F.T. Approx. 10C
Viscosity: 500 – 3000 cps
Stability: Excellent
Stability: Stable. Incompatible with acids, most metals, many organic materials.
Toxicology: Harmful by ingestion. Corrosive –may cause burns through skin or eye contact.
Packing method:
(1) Tank lorry
(2) Drum 20 l
(3) Drum 200l
Personal protection: safety glasses and gloves.
First aid: Ingestion (large doses) gives water or milk; do not induce vomiting.
Non-fire response: Neutralize spilled material with crushed limestone, soda ash or lime.
Auto ignition Temperature: Not Flammable
Storage conditions: Protect from frost and heat. Store in tightly closed containers and reseal tightly after opening. Use product in sequence of date of arrival. Recommended storage temperature is +5 to +35C
Storage stability: Approximately 12 months after delivery, if stored in original unopened drums under the stated conditions.
Wood Guard is a water based non combustible coating which is environmentally friendly and non hazardous