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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | [ | + | [Roseburg] [https://www.roseburg.com/Product/medex/ Medex®] A brand name for a moisture resistant, medium-density [[fiberboard]] (MDF) that is made from cellulosic fibers bonded with a polyurea-isocyantate resin, then compressed into a hardboard. Medex is waterproof, smooth, heavier than plywood and slightly acidic (pH=5.5). Medex® uses a formaldehyde-free adhesive but the wood fibers may still emit small amounts of organic acids such as acetic acid. Medex® is sustainable using a 100% post-industrial recycled wood fiber. |
==Synonyms and Related Terms== | ==Synonyms and Related Terms== | ||
| − | == | + | == Applications == |
| + | Medex® is commonly used as a structural material for pedestals, display decks, display panels and risers. | ||
| − | == | + | == Personal Risks == |
| − | + | Produces fine wood dust. Potential eye and respiratory irritant. Dust should be collected by suction cleaning equipment. | |
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| + | Medex SDS [https://www.roseburg.com/Product/medex/] | ||
| − | == | + | == Environmental Risks == |
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| − | ==Risks | + | == Collection Risks == |
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| + | |+ Acetic acid emitter | ||
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! Collection Material | ! Collection Material | ||
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| − | ==Forms | + | The risks of organic acids to collections can be mitigated by using barrier materials. |
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| + | == Working Properties == | ||
| + | * Standard wood product finishing processes. Medex® can be painted, stained, laminated, veneered or covered with display fabric. | ||
| + | * Readily accepts and holds hardware including staples, screws, other wood fastening hardware. Ideal for pressure fitting mounts. | ||
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| + | ==Forms/Sizes== | ||
* Panels available in 4' and 5' widths and lengths up to 18'. | * Panels available in 4' and 5' widths and lengths up to 18'. | ||
* Thicknesses ranging from 3/8" - 1 and 1/4". | * Thicknesses ranging from 3/8" - 1 and 1/4". | ||
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==Additional Information== | ==Additional Information== | ||
'''Links to Oddy Test results posted on AIC Wiki Materials Database Pages for individual materials below''' | '''Links to Oddy Test results posted on AIC Wiki Materials Database Pages for individual materials below''' | ||
| − | * IMA 2016 | + | * [http://www.conservation-wiki.com/wiki/Oddy_Test_Results:_Case_Construction_Materials#Medex0001 MDF Wood, IMA 2016] |
==Sources Checked for Data in Record== | ==Sources Checked for Data in Record== | ||
| + | * The [https://www.roseburg.com/Product/medex/ Medex® webpage] on the Roseburg manufacturer's website contains links to technical data sheets, safety data sheets and other technical information (accessed 10/2019) | ||
[[Category:Materials database]][[Category:MWG]][[Category:Designer/Fabricator]] | [[Category:Materials database]][[Category:MWG]][[Category:Designer/Fabricator]] | ||
Revision as of 13:29, 8 November 2019
Description
[Roseburg] Medex® A brand name for a moisture resistant, medium-density Fiberboard (MDF) that is made from cellulosic fibers bonded with a polyurea-isocyantate resin, then compressed into a hardboard. Medex is waterproof, smooth, heavier than plywood and slightly acidic (pH=5.5). Medex® uses a formaldehyde-free adhesive but the wood fibers may still emit small amounts of organic acids such as acetic acid. Medex® is sustainable using a 100% post-industrial recycled wood fiber.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Applications
Medex® is commonly used as a structural material for pedestals, display decks, display panels and risers.
Personal Risks
Produces fine wood dust. Potential eye and respiratory irritant. Dust should be collected by suction cleaning equipment.
Medex SDS [1]
Environmental Risks
Collection Risks
| Collection Material | Risk |
|---|---|
| Pb, Zn, Cd metals | Corrosion |
| Calcium based objects (limestone, shell, coral, pearl) | Efflorescence |
| Some color photographs | Fading |
| Pb glazed ceramics | Efflorescence |
The risks of organic acids to collections can be mitigated by using barrier materials.
Working Properties
- Standard wood product finishing processes. Medex® can be painted, stained, laminated, veneered or covered with display fabric.
- Readily accepts and holds hardware including staples, screws, other wood fastening hardware. Ideal for pressure fitting mounts.
Forms/Sizes
- Panels available in 4' and 5' widths and lengths up to 18'.
- Thicknesses ranging from 3/8" - 1 and 1/4".
Additional Information
Links to Oddy Test results posted on AIC Wiki Materials Database Pages for individual materials below
Sources Checked for Data in Record
- The Medex® webpage on the Roseburg manufacturer's website contains links to technical data sheets, safety data sheets and other technical information (accessed 10/2019)