ProtoxInsekt is a colorless wood preservative to prevent and control insect infestations in e.g. roof trusses, roof battens, purlins and floor joists.
- Prevents and fights insect infestations in new and old woodwork
- Can be used against all wood-boring insects such as common bark beetles and house beetles
- To be used by professionals only
The benefits of ProtoxInsekt
With ProtoxInsekt you can prevent and control insect infestations in new and old woodwork so that the wood is not degraded by insects.
In buildings where people spend long periods of time (homes, office buildings and workplaces), the product may only be used in places where people generally only occasionally and briefly come into contact with treated wood (e.g. roof structures, skunk rooms and joists in basements and under floor structures).
Since ProtoxInsekt contains both a control and preventive effect, you don't need to treat with multiple agents to stop ongoing infestations and secure the woodwork against future infestations.
ProtoxInsekt is tested and approved
ProtoxInsekt has all the necessary approvals according to Danish and EU legislation. The product is approved by the Danish Environmental Protection Agency and by the Ministry of the Environment according to Biocides Regulation (Regulation (EU) No 528/2012). reg. no 795-2-2-1. It is also tested and approved according to EN standards EN 46-47, EN 49-1/2 and EN 73, cf. DS (Danish standard/EN 599-1).
The tests include tests of the product's ability to destroy live insect larvae in the wood, to penetrate the wood surface and to resist aging. The results showed that the efficacy of ProtoxInsekt on these points is well above and beyond the standard.
ProtoxInsekt has MAL 00-1.
Application of ProtoxInsekt
What is ProtoxInsekt?
ProtoxInsekt is wood protection against attacks by wood-boring insects such as bark beetles and house beetles. It fights ongoing infestations and prevents future attacks from all types of insects. ProtoxInsekt can be used on new and old wood and is especially suitable for protecting listed buildings such as churches, castles and manor houses. The product has a faint odor and a MAL code of 00-1, which means that it is classified as hazardous to the aquatic environment.
Where do you use ProtoxInsekt?
- Use on new and old woodwork
- In buildings where people spend long periods of time (homes, office buildings and workplaces), the product may only be used in places where people generally only occasionally and briefly come into contact with treated wood (e.g. roof structures, skunk rooms and joists in basements and under floor structures).
- Do NOT use to treat wood that comes into contact with food or feed
- Use on wood with a temperature above 5°C
Preparation
ProtoxInsekt is ready to use and should not be diluted further.
To achieve the required effectiveness of the treatment, 200 g ProtoxInsekt should be applied per m² of wood surface for preventive treatment and 300 g for control treatment. This is best achieved by brushing or spraying 2-3 times, each time to the saturation point.
The product should not be stirred before use.
Always clean the woodwork thoroughly before starting treatment.
Always read the safety data sheet and data sheet before using the product.
Application
ProtoxInsekt can be applied by brush, spraying or dipping.
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After treatment
Drying time is approximately 8 hours at 20°C.
Clean tools and utensils with soap and water after use.
ProtoxInsekt has a shelf life of at least 18 months from the date of production in unopened packaging and should be stored frost-free.
Empty packaging and residues must be delivered to the municipal hazardous waste collection system.
The use of ProtoxInsekt causes minor scratching on untreated wood. You should therefore expect to sand the surface if you intend to paint it.
ProtoxInsekt can be infused with a fluorescent substance that lights up when illuminated with a UV lamp 
(UV Amber light 365 nm LED). You can use this effect to control treatment. The effect is most obvious in the dark and less obvious in daylight.
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Packaging sizes
1.0 liter plastic canister
2.5 liter plastic canister
5.0 liter plastic canister
CLP Classification
Warning notice
Highly toxic with long-lasting effects on aquatic life.
"Biocides must be used responsibly. Always read the label and product information before use."
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