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| New intumescing spray coat compound  Crosslink Technology Inc. announced the release of its new intumescing spray coat compound developed for the protection of wood utility poles and other wood structures ainst damage by slow moving grass and brush fires. The product is marketed under the Blaze Fighter registered trade mark and is now available for delivery in February 2009. Blaze Fighter is an easy to apply, fast-acting compound requiring minimal surface preparation. The product is supplied in self-contained twin disposable cartridges and dispensed through a compressed air driven dispense gun. Partially used cartridges can be sealed for later use. Complete starter kits including the dispense gun as well as replacement cartridges are now available for purchase.Based on internal testing, this intumescing protective coating was successful in preventing damage to wood utility poles for up to 20 minutes of intense, uninterrupted grass fires. A hydro pole protected by the Blaze Fighter remains gaffable (climbable) by linesmen having to carry out subsequent service. This product is of particular interest to electric utility, telephone and railway companies as well as individuals who wish to protect wood structures located in areas where there is a possibility for damage by grass or brush fires. write your comments about the article :: © 2009 Construction News :: home page |