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Combustible, producing styrene and carbon monoxide.
 
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3A Composites: [[https://d371dyuip757b1.cloudfront.net/downloads/3AC-Gatorfoam-SDS-Rev10.pdf| Safety Data Sheet]]
  
 
== Collection risks ==
 
== Collection risks ==

Revision as of 15:49, 18 May 2020

Gator-Foam, Dick Blick

Description

[3A Composites, formerly owned by International Paper Co.] A registered trademark for a laminated foamboard. GatorFoam® is made from a rigid polystyrene core laminated with paper. The rigid, strong, flat panels are water-resistant and dimensionally stable. Direct sunlight will cause bleaching and degradation of any unprotected foam. GatorFoam® is not made as an archival product and may emit acidic vapors.

Synonyms and Related Terms

Gator-foam (sp); Gatorplast [Alcan Composites]; Gatorboard

Applications

Personal risks

Combustible, producing styrene and carbon monoxide.

3A Composites: [Safety Data Sheet]

Collection risks

May emit acidic vapors.

Forms/Sizes

Gator-Foam® is available in thickness of 1/2", 3/8", 3/4" and 1".

Sources Checked for Data in Record

  • Pam Hatchfield, Pollutants in the Museum Environment, Archetype Press, London, 2002

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