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== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
 
== Synonyms and Related Terms ==
  
Coroplast® [Coroplast]
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Silmilar products: Polyflute
 
 
 
[[File:coroplast staticintercept2.jpg|thumb|Coroplast]]
 
[[File:coroplast staticintercept2.jpg|thumb|Coroplast]]
  
 
== Applications ==
 
== Applications ==
 
* Enclosures and frames
 
* Enclosures and frames
* Backing and support
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* Storage boxes and trays
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* Backing, lining and support
  
 
== Personal Risks ==  
 
== Personal Risks ==  
Coroplast® is combustible and may release harmful toxins at temperatures of 600 degrees F.  See Coroplast® health and safety sheet [[https://www.coroplast.com/wp-content/uploads/Health-and-Safety-Coroplast.pdf]]
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Coroplast® is combustible and may release harmful toxins at temperatures of 600 degrees F.   
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See Coroplast® health and safety sheet [[https://www.coroplast.com/wp-content/uploads/Health-and-Safety-Coroplast.pdf]]
  
 
== Collection Risks ==
 
== Collection Risks ==
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== Physical and Chemical Properties ==
 
== Physical and Chemical Properties ==
  
Will not burst on Mullen tester. Sheets are 4 mm thick.
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Sheets that are 4 mm thick will not burst on Mullen tester. May degrade in sunlight.
 
 
 
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Available in a variety of thicknesses ranging from 2-6 mm.
 
Available in a variety of thicknesses ranging from 2-6 mm.
  
== Additional Information ==
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== Resources and Citations ==
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* Preservation Equipment: [http://www.preservationequipment.com  Website]
  
Preservation Equipment: [http://www.preservationequipment.com  Website]
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* Rachael Perkins Arenstein, Lisa Goldberg, and Eugenie Milroy, ‘Support and Rehousing for Collection Storage’ In ‘Preventive Conservation: Collection Storage’ Lisa Elkin and Christopher A. Norris (eds.), Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections, New York. 2019.  
  
== Sources Checked for Data in Record ==
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* National Park System, Conserv O Gram, Number 8/2, 'Safe Plastic & Fabrics for Display & Storage': [https://www.nps.gov/museum/publications/conserveogram/18-02.pdf Link]
  
 
* Pam Hatchfield, ''Pollutants in the Museum Environment'', Archetype Press, London, 2002
 
* Pam Hatchfield, ''Pollutants in the Museum Environment'', Archetype Press, London, 2002
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* ''A Glossary of Paper Conservation Terms'', Margaret Ellis (ed.), Conservation Center of the Institute of Fine Arts, New York City, 1998
 
* ''A Glossary of Paper Conservation Terms'', Margaret Ellis (ed.), Conservation Center of the Institute of Fine Arts, New York City, 1998
  
* Website address 1  Comment: www.preservationequipment.com/367.html
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* Website address: www.preservationequipment.com/367.html
  
* Website address 2  Comment: Preserv'Art at http://preservart.ccq.mcc.gouv.qc.ca/ProduitFiche.aspx?NoProduit=P0030
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* Preserv'Art at http://preservart.ccq.mcc.gouv.qc.ca/ProduitFiche.aspx?NoProduit=P0030
  
  
  
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[[Category:Materials database]][[Category:MWG]][[Category: Board/Panel, Plastic]][[Category:Board/Panel, Corrugated]]

Latest revision as of 10:53, 21 November 2022

Coroplast

Description

[PEL] A brand name for a rigid corrugated plastic board sandwiched between two sheets of thin Plastic. Coroplast® is composed of a high-impact copolymer of Polypropylene and Polyethylene. The moisture repellent sheets are light, strong, and acid-free. Coroplast® boards are used for enclosures, frames, backing, and supports. Chemically, the sheet is inert, with a NIL pH factor. At regular temperatures most oils, solvents and water have no effect, allowing it to perform under adverse weather conditions or as a product component exposed to harsh chemicals. All Coroplast® twin-wall profile sheets can be modified with additives, including UV protection, anti-static, flame retardant and color.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Silmilar products: Polyflute

Coroplast

Applications

  • Enclosures and frames
  • Storage boxes and trays
  • Backing, lining and support

Personal Risks

Coroplast® is combustible and may release harmful toxins at temperatures of 600 degrees F.

See Coroplast® health and safety sheet [[1]]

Collection Risks

Some products may contain additive and coatings.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Sheets that are 4 mm thick will not burst on Mullen tester. May degrade in sunlight.

Melting Point 162.2
Density 90 g/cc

Working Properties

Coroplast® may be cut or scored with a utility knife and bent with heat. It also may accumulate a static charge.

Forms/Sizes

Available in a variety of thicknesses ranging from 2-6 mm.

Resources and Citations

  • Rachael Perkins Arenstein, Lisa Goldberg, and Eugenie Milroy, ‘Support and Rehousing for Collection Storage’ In ‘Preventive Conservation: Collection Storage’ Lisa Elkin and Christopher A. Norris (eds.), Society for the Preservation of Natural History Collections, New York. 2019.
  • National Park System, Conserv O Gram, Number 8/2, 'Safe Plastic & Fabrics for Display & Storage': Link
  • Pam Hatchfield, Pollutants in the Museum Environment, Archetype Press, London, 2002
  • A Glossary of Paper Conservation Terms, Margaret Ellis (ed.), Conservation Center of the Institute of Fine Arts, New York City, 1998
  • Website address: www.preservationequipment.com/367.html

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