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PROTIM® 418
Technical Data Sheet
Fungicidal and Insecticidal Wood Preservative
DESCRIPTION
PROTIM* 418 is a solvent based wood preservative Uptake varies according to wood species, the containing two fungicides and an insecticide. condition of timber treated and the application method used. Approximately 10-25 litres/m3 may be Protim 418 is highly effective against wood destroying expected. Contact Osmose for further information. insects, such as the Common Furniture Beetle and wet and dry rot fungi. Drying of Freshly Treated Wood
Protim 418 does not contain water and does not cause Treated wood must be held until surfaces are dry within a bunded area on a site which is maintained warping, twisting of timber or affect wood dimensions. to prevent loss of treatment product to the Protim 418 preserved wood is suitable for roof timbers, timber framing, carcassing, and internal and exte rnal Treated timber will dry naturally, but to minimise the timber projects that are above damp-proof course / drying period, tightly bound packs should be ground level. For use on wood out of ground contact or stickered and then allowed to stand in a well- out of surface water contact. Timbers exposed to weathering should be given the additional protection of a well-maintained surface finish. Timber which still has preservative liquid on its surfaces, or within a pack, must not be despatched. Protim 418 is suitable for all types of timber and is non-corrosive to metals. PACKAGING and STORAGE
Protim 418 is supplied ready-for-use and must not be Supplied in 200 litre drums, IBC, or by bulk tanker. diluted. It is applied to timber in an industrial, controlled, Must only be kept in original packaging. Keep vacuum pressure impregnation treatment process or by container tightly closed. Keep in a safe place. Store closed immersion. For use only as a wood preservative in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Keep out of the reach of children. The floor of the storage room must be impermeable to prevent the escape of liquids. PROPERTIES
PROTIM 418 PRESERVED WOOD
DESCRIPTION
Protim 418 preserved wood has been preserved by the correct application of Protim 418 wood preservative in an industrial, controlled treatment process using vacuum pressure impregnation or RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
closed immersion, and then allowed to dry. Protim 418 preserved wood is protected against wood rotting fungi and wood destroying insects. The timber to be preserved shall be clean and dry to allow penetration of the liquid and not decayed by fungi See the “User’s Guide to Protim 418 Treated Timber” for additional and important information. Wood-working (e.g. planing, profiling) should be carried COMPATIBILITY
out before treatment. At the time of treatment the Timber treated with Protim 418 is non-corrosive to timber moisture content must be below the fibre metals and so can be used in association with saturation point (approximately 28% m/m) and should be at the moisture content appropriate for the end use of the preserved timber. If you desire to apply a paint, stain, clear water repellent or other finish to your preservative treated Preservative Application
wood, we recommend following the manufacturer’s instructions and label of the finishing product. We Protim 418 should be applied using a low pressure recommend that you apply the finishing product to vacuum impregnation plant operated, in accordance a small test area before finishing the entire project with the Osmose Plant Operations Manual, to give an to ensure that it provides the intended result, before appropriate level of uptake and penetration into the DISPOSAL
Wash splashes from eyes and skin immediately with water. Wash hands and exposed skin before meals Preserved timbers which are no longer usable such as cut ends, broken boards, sawdust, or treated timber material taken out of service, may be disposed of in Do not contaminate watercourses or ground. landfills or burned in commercial or industrial incinerators or boilers in accordance with national and materials (including sawdust) and the empty local regulations. For up-to-date information please container safely using a method approved by the contact the Technical Services Department. SAFETY INFORMATION
See the product label and the Safety Data Sheet for further information. Handling Precautions – Freshly Treated Wood
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term If freshly treated timber is visibly wet with the adverse effects in the aquatic environment. preservative, then impervious clothing such as Harmful: May cause lung damage if swallowed. impervious gauntlets, impervious footwear and an If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical impervious apron should be worn when handling the advice immediately and show the container or label. Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking. Wash splashes from eyes and skin immediately with water. Do not eat, drink or smoke whilst handling freshly treated timber. Wash hands and exposed In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with skin before eating, drinking, smoking and after work. plenty of water and seek medical advice. Protect cuts and abrasions by means of a After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
APPROVAL
Safety Data Sheet available for professional user on request. Protim 418 is approved by the UK Health and Safety Executive Regulations 1986 (as amended), for use as directed. PRECAUTIONS
HSE No. 6466. Use only in accordance with the
PROTIM 418
directions on the label. The approval holder and marketing company in the UK is Protim Solignum The handling and safety precautions shown on the Protim 418 product label must be understood and tebuconazole and permethrin. May produce an followed. Use only as a wood preservative and as allergic reaction. Use wood preservatives safely. described on the label. The product is supplied ready Always read the label and product information The (COSHH) Control of Substances Hazardous to Protim 418 treated wood products are produced by Health Regulations 2002 may apply to the use of this independently owned and operated wood preserving product at work. Engineering control of operator exposure must be used where reasonably practicable in addition to the following items of personal protective equipment. However, engineering controls may replace technologies for the treatment, protection and personal protective equipment if a COSHH assessment enhancement of timber. Information and advice is shows they provide an equal or higher standard of available on all aspects of our products from the Wear suitable protective clothing (coveralls), and For more information visit www.osmose-europe.com gauntlets and eye protection when using the product and during maintenance of treatment equipment. Avoid excessive contamination of coveralls and launder Avoid direct contact with the substance. Ensure there *Osmose and PROTIM are registered trademarks of Protim is sufficient ventilation of the area. Avoid the formation Solignum Ltd. Protim Solignum Ltd trades as Osmose. An or spread of mists in the air. Do not breathe aerosol. Protect cuts and abrasions by means of a waterproof dressing. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. PROTIM SOLIGNUM LTD Fieldhouse Lane, Marlow, Bucks SL7 1LS Tel: +44 (0) 1628 486644 Fax: +44 (0) 1628 476757
Registered Office as above. Registered in England 3037845 Protim Solignum Limited’s products are sold subject to its standard Terms and Conditions of Sale, copies of which may be obtained on request. Whilst Protim Solignum endeavours to ensure that any advice, recommendation, specification or information it may give is accurate and correct, it cannot, because it has no direct or continuous control over where or how its products are applied, accept any liability either directly or indirectly arising from the use of its products, whether or not in accordance with any advice, specification, recommendation or information given by it save as specifically provided by its Terms and Conditions of Sale.

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