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EmailFLAMEDXX from Arch Brings Class-A Fire Retardant to OSB
The new fire-resistant OSB can be used for roof and wall sheathing, ceilings, soffits, subfloors and electrical panels
February 4, 2010
A fire-retardant coating and Class-A credentials make the FLAMEDXX from Arch fire a suitable substitute for noncombustible materials in many applications. The coated OSB qualifies as a Class A fire retardant material without showing progressive combustion in an extended 30-minute test. This product was developed by FLAMEDXX, LLC, and is distributed through licensees of Arch Wood Protection, Inc.
Details:
• Factory-applied coating creates a Class A fire retardant material
• No progressive combustion in extended ASTM E 84 test
• Suitable substitution for noncombustible panels in many code applications
• No significant reduction in strength
• No greater corrosion to metal than uncoated OSB
• Code evaluation report issued (IAPMO ES 0158)
Find it online at www.useFRTW.com
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