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| introduction |
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Novogold is very versatile as it is non directional in grain. Free from stress and extremely stable. Various sizes available which allow for optimum utilisation. Novogold’s high density ensures excellent screw holding and machinability. Novogold is particleboard made from wood particles together with resin adhesives using heat and pressure in a flat press.
The Quality Management System of Sonae Novobord has been assessed and found to satisfy the
SABS ISO 9001 requirements.
The Enviromental Management Systems of Sonae Novobord has been assessed and found to satisfy the
SABS ISO 14001 requirements. |
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| applications |
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| Novogold is ideal for: |
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substrate for overlying |
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domestic and office furniture |
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shop fitting |
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kitchen industry |
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joinery |
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display units |
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| advantages |
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| Novogold is very versatile as it is non directional in grain. Free from stress and extremely stable. Various sizes available which allow for optimum utilisation. Novogold’s high density ensures excellent screw holding and machinability. Novogold’s smooth surface makes it ideal for overlaying. |
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| physical properties |
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Nominal
Thickness |
Density |
Modulus of
Rupture |
Modulus of
Elasticity |
Internal
Bond |
Screw
Holding |
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Kg/m3 |
MPa |
MPa |
MPa |
Face Newton |
Edge Newton |
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| 12 |
691 |
21 |
2916 |
0.58 |
482 |
411 |
| 16 |
655 |
18 |
3037 |
0.58 |
700 |
557 |
| 18 |
689 |
17 |
2708 |
0.55 |
675 |
495 |
| 22 |
684 |
16.5 |
2490 |
0.64 |
660 |
470 |
| 32 |
641 |
12.6 |
2160 |
0.42 |
654 |
462 |
| Test Method |
EN 323 |
EN 310 |
EN 310 |
EN 319 |
EN 320 |
EN 320 |
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| surface fire index |
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| Tested accordinging to SABSA 0177 Part III |
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| Spread of flame index |
3,96 |
| Heat contribution index |
1,96 |
| Smoke emission index |
3,86 |
| Surface fire index |
3,26 |
| Class |
5 |
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| moisture content |
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| Moisture content of 6% - 9% on average when despatched from the factory. This may change depending on transport and storage conditions. |
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| thickness tolerance |
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| Mean board thickness will be nominal thickness ± 0,2 mm. |
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| size available |
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| Lengths (mm): |
1830 |
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2135 |
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2440 |
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2750 |
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3050 |
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3660 |
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| Widths (mm): |
1220 |
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1830 |
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| standard thicknesses (mm): |
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| 12 |
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| 16 |
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| 18 |
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| 22 |
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| 32 |
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