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DRICON comes of age, 21 years of fire protection supported by independent tests

Independent trials initiated some 21 years ago have provided further supporting evidence that the fire performance of DRICON fire protected softwood does not deteriorate with age.

The Wood Preserving Association (formerly the BWPDA) originally commissioned the tests in 1985 to increase confidence in the use of fire protected timber by building control officers. Softwood and plywood panels treated with nine commercial fire retardant formulations available at the time were exposed in either an office or a warehouse environment in their natural state without being coated. At certain intervals panels were withdrawn from these test sites and subjected to the British Standard 476: Part 7 surface spread of flame test to compare their ratings after exposure.

DRICON, a specialist fire retardant treatment, is available from Arch Timber Protection. Richard Adams, fire retardant product manager for Arch, explained the significance of the results ‘These data support that the fire performance of DRICON is as good now, as it was the day it was treated 21 years ago. Of course DRICON’s performance has been demonstrated in many other tests but this particular one, simply adds another string to its bow. DRICON has a unique, non-hydroscopic chemistry which is why it performs so well. Furthermore, DRICON is the only fire retardant treated timber in the UK to be awarded independent BBA accreditation and be listed in the WPA manual. DRICON’s established brand, assured performance and distinctive credentials are unmatched in the industry’

A further cause for celebration is that this year DRICON is 25 years old. Richard Adams continued, ‘DRICON was first sold in the USA in 1981 and so this year is its silver jubilee. During this time DRICON has been used in countless projects where its job has been to give peace of mind to those involved in the construction, and those making use of, public buildings. In the unfortunate event of a fire, DRICON plays a vital role in giving people more time to safely exit the building.’

DRICON fire protected timber is suitable for internal and weather protected external uses. It is produced by treating timber in a vacuum pressure impregnation plant followed kiln drying to its in-service or to a pre-specified moisture content. Treatment is available from Arch’s Timber Treatment Centre in Yorkshire along with Non-Com Exterior treatment for timber to be used out of doors where there is no weather protection.

Arch also produces a range of fire protective coatings under the Flamecheck brand for use in upgrading the fire performance of internal linings. Flamecheck coatings are available in a range of colours and finishes.

Email: paul@vividink.co.uk

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