Wood in a Gulf Coast Chemical Plant

Under certain conditions, wood is a preferred material for chemical plant installations, especially along the Gulf Coast where atmospheric corrosion is a problem. Generally, the wood is given a preservative treatment with coal tar, creosote, or pentachlorophenol. Some uses are piling, walkways, handrails, and propellers for exhaust fans. There are still problems associated with the use of wood. These include variability in properties and vulnerability to fire. Specifications are listed for the treatment of wood products (mostly of southern pine or Douglas-fir) that might be used in conditions similar to those encountered in a Gulf Coast chemical plant.

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