56 | Sector Focus: Preservatives & Fire Retardants


SUMMARY


■Several actives are being considered for exclusion under the BPR


■Treated timber used in Use Classes 1 and 2 is transitioning to non-metal preservatives


■Benefits include recyclability and/ or reuse at end of life


PERCEPTIONS CHANGING


Andy Hodge, marketing director for Arxada’s Wood Protection Business Unit and WTTA president, says it’s time to reposition the role of treated timber in low-carbon construction


The formulation of wood preservatives is constantly under scrutiny, with several actives currently being considered for exclusion under the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR, Regulation (EU) 528/2012). Whilst this brings many challenges to manufacturers, it also helps drive innovation to contribute to a more sustainable future.


Collectively the industry must not sit


tight. To help designers and construction professionals truly create sustainable buildings, wood protection technologies must continue to look to actives that consume fewer resources, eradicate waste at landfill at end-of-life, and have minimal impact on the environment.


At Arxada we are relishing this challenge and are committed to science-based solutions to protect and preserve the earth’s natural resources.


EMBRACE PRESERVED TIMBER Recently, I have been fortunate to attend several industry events. It’s been exciting to see first-hand how timber is now being heralded as a go-to low carbon construction and landscaping material. However, it continues to concern me how preservative treated timber is being positioned. During my career in the timber industry, I have experienced numerous discussions


Above: High pressure treatment facilities at BSW Newbridge TTJ | May/June 2023 | www.ttjonline.com


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