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DECKING ECOTECH Decking Solutions are a simple, hassle-free and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional timber. Create extended spaces outside of your environment, freeing up additional outdoor floorspace. The ECOTECH range also allows for freedom of choice, as all products are available in a variety of colours and finishes - effortlessly matching your stylistic and aesthetic requirements.
CLADDING ECOTECH cladding skins balance aesthetic appeal with effective protection from the elements - giving your designs the benefit of natural light and unimpeded airflow, as well as the natural timber appearance of our unique environmentally-friendly composite product.
LOUVRES The popularity of louvre systems is becoming more pronounced in contemporary architectural solutions: combining 100% defence from the elements while still allowing for unhindered natural airflow through a space. Additionally, while natural sunlight still filters through open louvres, dangerous ultraviolet emissions are reduced. ECOTECH has developed a number of louvre systems built on its revolutionary synthetic decking products that can be tailor made to suit your requirements.
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C O R P O R AT E A P P L I C AT I O N C E I L I N G I N S TA L L AT I O N S
S TA I R C A S E D E C K I N G
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C O R P O R AT E A P P L I C AT I O N
DECKING
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P E R G O L A A P P L I C AT I O N
O T H E R A P P L I C AT I O N S
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
BENCH
B I K E S TA N D
SHADE SCREEN
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O T H E R A P P L I C AT I O N S
BOLLARD
BOLLARD
DIRECTIONAL SIGNAGE
PLANTER COVER
PLANTER COVER
S E AT I N G S E T
S E AT I N G S E T
BENCH
BENCH
The images here illustrate a number of the possibilities offered by the ECOTECH system that extend beyond the conventional flat decking-based systems. While some are still conceptual, the photographs show real-world, environmentallyfriendly applications in use today. Minimum order of 10 units. Bespoke designs are welcome. All ECOTECH products are available in any of these eight colours:
1 Red Cedar
2 Teak
3 Dust Yellow
4 Wild Field Brown
5 Caribbean Coffee
6 Dark Chocolate
7 Salt Lake Silver
8 Ancient Black
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S P E C I F I C AT I O N S DECKING PROFILES PROFILE DRAWING
Item No
R A I L I N G & F E N C I N G M AT E R I A L S Size (mm)
Weight/m
Finishing
FS DEK 001
135 x 25
2.50 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 002
140 x 25
2.61 kg/m
FS DEK 003
145 x 30
FS DEK 004
PROFILE DRAWING
Item No
Size (mm)
Weight/m
Finishing
FS RL 001
90 x 90
4.82 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 002
118 x 118
6.70 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
2.97 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 004
100 x 45
2.46 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
146 x 25
2.77 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 005
150 x 48
3.84 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 005
150 x 25
2.97 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 006
50 x 50
1.33 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 006
150 x 23
3.33 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 007
120 x 120
7.57 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 007
150 x 25
2.86 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 008
200 x 200
18.2 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 009
140 x 25
4.48 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 009
180 x 80
6.93 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 010
146 x 20
3.92 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 010
100 x 66
3.87 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 012
146 x 25
2.77 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 011
65 x 44
2.06 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 014
147 x 23
2.78 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS RL 012
31 x 20
0.62 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 015
140 x 25
4.40 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS FC 002
100 x 16
1.34 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS DEK 016
140 x 25
3.47 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS FC 003
161.5 x 20
2.30 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS SD 001
145 x 20.5
1.72 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS ACC 002
50 x 30
1.26 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS SD 002
143.5 x 21
2.11 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
FS ACC 004
40 x 25
1.06 kg/m
Sand Wiredrawing Wood grain
T E C H N I C A L D ATA 1. FLEXURAL STRENGTH
38.0 MPA
ASTM D6109-2010
The flexural strength and stiffness were conducted in accordance with ASTM D6019-2010 Method A. The specimen rectangular cross section was tested in flexure as a beam in a flat mode. The beam rested on two supports and was laded at two points, each an equal distance from the adjacent support point. The distance between the loading noses is one-third of the support span. The specimen was deflected until rupture occurred in the outer fibres.
2. TENSILE STRENGTH
18.9 MPA
ASTM D638-2010
The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM D638-2010. Five specimens were tested. The width and thickness of flat specimens at the centre of each specimen were measured. The specimen was placed in the grips of the testing machine. The speed of testing was 5mm/min. Tensile strength was calculated by dividing the maximum load by the average original cross-sectional area in the gage length segment of the specimen.
3. IMPACT RESISTANCE
22.4J/M
ASTM D256-2010
The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM D256-2010. The individual determinations of impact resistance were tested under the conditions. The average Izod impact resistance of the group of specimens were calculated. Values obtained from specimens that did not break in the manner specified were not included in the average.
4. SLIP RESISTANCE Static coefficient of friction Dry Surface 0.31 Wet Surface 0.37
ASTD D2394-2008 Dynamic Coefficient of friction 0.23 0.34
The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM D2394-2008. Wet and dry slip resistance were evaluated. Static coefficients of friction were determined by obtaining the force required to move the specimen from a stationary position. To accomplish this, the sliding unit was placed on the specimen and carefully lined up so the line of force coincides with a line through the centre of gravity of the mass of the sliding unit. The chain was loaded at a rate of separation of the testing machine heads of 1.27mm/ min. The load required to move the sliding unit divided by the mass of the sliding unit was the static coefficient of friction. Sliding coefficients of friction were determined by measuring the average force required to maintain movement at a rate of separation of the heads of the testing machine of 51mm/min.
5. FASTENER HOLDING TEST 1476 N
ASTD D2394-2006
The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM D1761-2006. The specimen was inserted with a screw. The model of the screw was standard 1-in No. 10-gage flathead low-carbon-steel wood screws. The specimens and screws were conditioned for at least 48 hours at a temperature of 20± 3°C and relative humidity of 65± 3%. The screws were withdrawn at a uniform rate of speed by means of a testing machine and maximum load was recorded. Five specimens were tested.
6. WATER ABSORPTION
0.34%
ASTM D570-2005
The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM D570-2005. The conditioned specimens were weighted before immersion and then placed in a container of distilled water maintained at a temperature of 23 ± 1°C, and were rest on edge and be entirely immersed. At the end of 24 hours, the specimens were removed from the water one at a time, all surface water wiped off with a dry cloth, and weighted immediately. After immersion, the specimens then reconditioned for the same time and temperature as used in the original drying period. They were cooled in a desiccators and immediately reweighted. The water-absorption value was taken as the sum of the increase in weight on immersion and weight of the water-soluble matter.
7.SURFACE HARDNESS Front Face 12966N Back Face 12830N
ASTM D570-2005
The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM D1037-2006a. Section 17. The modified Janka-ball test method was used with a “ball” 11.3 mm in diameter. Three specimens were tested. The load was recorded when the “ball” had penetrated to one-half its diameter into the panel, as determined by an electric circuit indicator or by the tightening of the collar against the specimen.
T E C H N I C A L D ATA 8. COEFFICIENT OF LINEAR THERMAL EXPANSION 4.7X10/K
ASTM D696-2008
The test was conducted in accordance with ASTM D696-2008. The thickness of the conditioned specimens was measured at room temperature. The specimen was mounted in a dilatometer which was then installed in the -30°C to -28°C environment until no further movement indicated by the measuring device over a period of 5 to 10 minutes. The other specimen was mounted in dilatometer which was the installed in the +20°C to +30°C environment until no further movement indicated by the measuring period of 5 to 10 minutes. Then the coefficient of linear thermal expansion over the temperature rage was calculated in accordance with the requirements in ASTM D696 section 11.
9. ABRASION TEST WEAR INDEX 101MG
SGS TEST REPORT NO.:GZMR110714710
ASTM D7031-04 Wheel: CS-10 Load@1000g/wheel (total 2000g) Cycles: 1000
11. BURNING CHARACTERISTICS Tested by SGS EN 13501-1:2007 Fire classification products and building elements (SGS TEST REPORT No.: GZMR110714710) Cfl Cfl
EN ISO 9239-1e and Critical fluxf ≥4.5kw/m² EN ISO 1192502h FS≤150MM WITHIN 20S
12. STORAGE IN BOILING WATER (BOIL TEST) Test item Result Swelling in thickness Swelling in width Swelling in length
1.90% 0.19% 0.08%
13. BENDING PROPERTIES UNDER TEMPERATURE STRESS Test item Result Bending performance under temperature stress
7.8mm
Exposure= 15s
SGS TEST REPORT NO.:GZMR110714710 Requirements ≤4% ≤0.7% ≤0.3%
Requirements ≤10mm
“Quality and Testing Specifications for Terrence Decking made from Wood-Polymer Composites (Version: 2010-01-29, “Quality Association for Wood-based panels, registered association ‘Giessen, Germany’ Section 3.4 and EN 899-2:2003(E). Test principles The load applied shall by 85kg (about 25%of minimum modulus of rapture), the test duration shall ne 168h (7 dag climate shall be 50°C, 50%RH. The main difference between deflection of the begging and at the end of the test may not exceed 10mm.
13. BENDING PROPERTIES UNDER TEMPERATURE STRESS (FREEZE-THAW RESISTANCE) Test item Result Requirements Performance under cyclic 4.0% climatic stress; Reduction of modulus of rapture
≤20%
“Quality and Testing Specifications for Terrence Decking made from Wood-Polymer Composites (Version: 2010-01-29, “Quality Association for Wood based panels, registered association ‘Giessen, Germany’ Section 3.5 EN 321:2001(E) and EN310:1993. 28 days storage in cold water (20±1°C)-24h freezing (-15±2°C)-72h drying (70±2°C). Two further storage cycles shall be carried out as specified: 72h cold water storage (20±1°C)-24h freezing (-15±2°C)-72h drying (17±2°C); The main reduction of modulus of rupture shall not exceed 20%.
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P E R F O R M A N C E C O M PA R I S O N PROPERTIES
COMPI-TEKTM
Resists Fading
Fire Resistance
Insect Resistant Splinter free Won’t split or warp
WOOD
COMPOSITE
PLASTIC
Won’t shrink or swell
Moisture Resistant
Not all
Impact Resistant
Not all
Not all
Slip Resistant (Wet-Dry)
EZ Cut, Nailed, Screwed
Light Weight Paint, Stain Adhesion Low Heat Build Up
Not all
Not all
Not all
Not all
Not needed
Not all
ECOTECH TIMBERS 10 YEAR WARRANTY This warranty covers all Ecotech Timbers decking products for a period of ten (10) years from the date of the original consumer purchase from a Ecotech Timbers product distributor. Ecotech Timbers (“Warrantor”) warrants all the Decking will not crack, splinter, rot or suffer structural damage from fungal decay when used in conjunction with an above ground application in a residential or commercial structure, under normal residential and commercial use and is installed and maintained according to manufactures guidelines. Purchaser’s sole remedy for any claim whatsoever arising out of the purchase, use, storage or possession Ecotech Timbers Decking products (whether such claim arises is contract, warranty, strict liability or otherwise), including without limitation any claim that Ecotech Timbers products failed to perform as warranted above, shall be replaced with new Ecotech Timbers product in an amount equal to the volume of the defective material. Replacement material will be provided that is as close as possible in colour, design and quality to the original installation but we cannot guarantee an exact match as colours and designs will change. Warrantor may elect to refund the percentage of the original purchase price in lieu of replacing the product. To obtain replacement, the original owner should send this warranty certificate, copy of original invoice and photos of the issue to be address at the bottom of this document. Such invoice must be from an authorised Ecotech Timbers product dealer or professional installer, and must show (1) the date of purchase, and (2) that sufficient Ecotech Timbers product has been purchased to cover the number of lineal feet claimed to be damaged. Warrantor shall not be liable for installation, removal or reinstallation costs or for any indirect , punitive, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind Ecotech Timbers does not warrant against and is not responsible for, and no implied warranty shall be deemed to cover, any condition attributable to; (1) improper installation of Ecotech Timbers products and/or failure to abide by Ecotech Timbers installation guidelines, including but not limited to improper gapping; (2) use of Ecotech Timbers products beyond normal residential and commercial use , or in an application not recommended by Ecotech Timbers’s guidelines and local building codes; (3) movement, distortion, collapse or setting of the ground or the supporting structure on which Ecotech Timbers products are installed; (4) any act of God (such as flooding, hurricane, earthquake, lighting etc); (5) environmental condition such as air pollution, mould, mildew etc; (6) normal weathering defined as natural efflorescence which will cause any coloured surface to gradually fade; (7) variations or changes in colour of Ecotech Timbers products; (8) improper handling, storage, abuse and neglect of Ecotech Timbers products by the Purchaser or third parties; (9) ordinary wear and tear; (10) any fasteners not supplied or approved by Ecotech Timbers.
C E R T I F I C AT I O N ECOTECH products carry the following certifications, thereby providing clients with the peace of mind that comes with knowing they are buying a quality product, stringently tested according to international production standards.
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