Instructions / Assembly

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Test data to determine compliance with these codes are obtained by the Steiner Tunnel Test method
of the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM-E-84, Standard Test Method for Surface Burning
Characteristics of Building Materials). Tests were conducted in accordance with test method and
mounting procedure as described in paragraph X1.7.2 of the test method. This procedure is
cataloged by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. as UL 723.
Typical Flame Spread and Smoke Developed Properties
Product Type
Test Condition
Flame Spread
Smoke Developed
Type 138
Unbonded 80 60
Model Code Designations used to determine flame spread classification
Flame Spread Classification
(Max. Rating)
International
(IBC)
Life Safety
(NFPA 101)
25
A
A
75
B
B
200
C
C
RE: Architectural Woodwork Quality Standard, 8th Edition, Version 1.0, - 2003
All Model Codes regulate the generation of smoke by interior finish material. In all cases they specify
a maximum smoke development rating of 450.
Codes and Certifications
General Standards
Wilsonart Laminates, type 138, conforms to the voluntary standards of the American National
Standards Institute, for thickness, performance properties and appearance. Wilsonart Laminate 138
meets or exceed the International Standards Organization specifications as found in ISO 4586-8,
titled “High-Pressure Decorative Laminate (HPDL) – Sheets Based on Thermosetting Resins – Part I:
specifications.”
Specific Product Standards
The UL GREENGUARD Environmental Institute™ has awarded its UL GREENGUARD
®
Indoor Air
Quality Certification to Wilsonart Laminate. All Wilsonart Laminate product types were tested under
the stringent UL GREENGUARD Standards for low-emitting products. All UL GREENGUARD Indoor
Air Quality Certified products ensure minimal impact on the indoor environment. For a copy of the
certificate, visit www.greenguard.org
.
All patterns meet SEFA 8-PL testing requirements
4. Installation: Fabrication and Assembly Recommendations
Fabrication should follow approved methods. Assembled pieces should meet the specifications of
KCMA (Kitchen Cabinetmakers Manufacturers Association), ANSI A-161.2-1998 (revised), and
“Architectural Woodwork Quality Standards, Guide Specifications and Quality Certification Program”
guidelines of the Architectural Woodwork Institute where applicable.
Wilsonart laminates must be bonded to a substrate of reliable quality, such as particleboard, medium
density fiberboard or plywood with one A-face. High-pressure laminate, plaster, concrete and
gypsum board should not be considered suitable substrates. Basic Types laminate may not be used
as structural members.