Flame retardant wood panels have been developed specifically for use in fire-rated applications where a Euroclass B or a Euroclass C material is required under the Building Regulations.
MEDITE SMARTPLY’s new SMARTPLY MAX FR Euroclass B OSB3 panel is a market innovation designed to meet this need and offer the specifier more freedom to design, with peace of mind.
The stages in the development of a fire
When a fire breaks out every second counts. The more slowly a fire spreads the more time occupants will have to evacuate the area and the greater the opportunity to fight the fire and limit its damage.
In the early stages of a fire, it is the Reaction to Fire properties of a material that will determine how it will contribute to the fire’s development. Once a fire is established, containment is the priority and the Fire Resistance of construction elements, such as walls and floors, in resisting the passage of fire is then the focus. A flame retardant treatment will enhance the panel’s reaction to fire properties, to limit the spread of flame and slow development of the fire.
SMARTPLY MAX FR B is the first Euroclass B board – the maximum Euroclass rating for a timber panel – manufactured in the UK and Ireland to feature wood flakes treated with flame retardant solution before pressing. This ensures its flame retardance is built in, integral, and will not be affected by cutting or drilling. It also ensures that the panel maintains its structural integrity, making it the safer choice for use within timber frame construction, or projects that will require a large amount of timber product.
Enjoy freedom to design with complete peace of mind. Find out more about SMARTPLY MAX FR B: https://mdfosb.com/en/products/smartply-max-fr-b
