Novogold

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.

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Description

introduction
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.
applications
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
advantages
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.
physical properties
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
surface fire index
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
moisture content
Moisture content of 6% – 9% on average when despatched from the factory. This may change depending on transport and storage conditions.
thickness tolerance
Mean board thickness will be nominal thickness ± 0,2 mm.
size available
Lengths (mm): 1830
2135
2440
2750
3050
3660
Widths (mm): 1220
1830
standard thicknesses (mm):
12
16
18
22
32

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