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.
Novogold is ideal for:
Moisture content of 6% - 9% on average when despatched from the factory. This may change depending on transport and storage conditions.
| 16 | |
| 18 | |
| 22 | |
| 32 |
| Lengths (mm): | 1830 |
| 2135 | |
| 2440 | |
| 2750 | |
| 3050 | |
| 3660 | |
| Widths (mm): | 1220 |
| 1830 |
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.
| Nominal Thickness |
Density | Modulus of Rupture |
Modulus of Elasticity |
Internal Bond |
Screw Holding |
|
| mm | Kg/m3 | MPa | MPa | MPa | Face Newton | Edge Newton |
| 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 |
| Tested according to SABS 0177 Part III | |
| Spread of flame index | 3,96 |
| Heat contribution index | 1,96 |
| Smoke emission index | 3,86 |
| Surface fire index | 3,26 |
| Class | 5 |
Mean board thickness will be nominal thickness ± 0,2 mm.