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NGBS point-worthy green home building products for NGBS Green Certification.

Koppers MicroPro® Wood Preservation Technology

Product Information

MicroPro pressure treated wood is treated with micronized copper preservatives, which help protect against termite damage and fungal decay. MicroPro® technology can be used for decks, fences, landscaping and general construction uses.

Certifications

 
     
      NGBS 2015
      Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points
      503.2(4) Erosion reduced through use of terracing, retaining walls, landscaping and restabilization. 5 Retaining walls built with this product must be an integal part of the installed landscape plan designed to limit long term erosion.

      MicroPro treated wood products can be used in ground contact and fresh water immersion applications. The ICC Evaluation Service, ESR-2240 & ESR-1980 reports state that MicroPro treated wood can be used for retaining walls, landscaping and foundation.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      602.1.5 Termite Barrier 4 To earn points, home or building must be located in a geographic area with subterranean term infestation potential.

      MicroPro treated wood products can be used in ground contact and fresh water immersion applications. The ICC Evaluation Service, ESR-2240 & ESR-1980 reports state that MicroPro treated wood can be used for retaining walls, landscaping and foundation.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      602.1.6 Termite-resistant materials are used in portions of the building. . . 2-6 To earn 2 points, product is used in conjunction with other termite resistant materials for the first 2' of all the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall clading, and exterior deck components in zones with slight to moderate termite infestation. 4 points are awarded when used in the first 3' in moderate to heavy termite zones, and 6 points are awarded for use in all of the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall clading, and exterior deck components in areas of very heavy termites.

      MicroPro treated wood products are approved by building codes for above ground, ground contact, fresh water contact and critical structure uses (permanent wood foundations and building poles). Reference www.icc-es.org Report # ESR-2240 & ESR-1980

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      610.1.2.1 A product with improved environmental impact measures compared to another product is selected. 2 Points are available when MicroPro is chosen over ACQ treated wood products because of the benefits shown in the LCA.

      MicroPro treated wood products are EPP (Environmentally Preferable Product) certified by SCS based on Life-Cycle Assessment. This EPP benefit has been promoted by over 5,000 home centers and lumberyards in the U.S. www.scscertified.com/product

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      901.4(2-6) A minimum of 85% of material within a product group (i.e., wood structural panels, countertops, composite trim/doors, custom woodwork, and/or component closet shelving) is manufactured in accordance with the following. 10 points maximum awarded. 2-4 A minimum of 85% of the product group in the building must be product that is compliant with this practice. Compliant products that are treated with Micro-Pro Wood Preservative Technology remain compliant after treatment.

      MicroPro technology has been awarded the GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification, which certifies products for low volatile organic chemical (VOC) emissions that are used in schools, offices and other sensitive environments such as residential homes.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      NGBS 2020
      Practice # Practice Points Available Additional Conditions of Use to Earn Points
      503.2(4) Erosion reduced through use of terracing, retaining walls, landscaping and restabilization. 6 Retaining walls built with this product must be an integal part of the installed landscape plan designed to limit long term erosion.

      MicroPro treated wood products can be used in ground contact and fresh water immersion applications. The ICC Evaluation Service, ESR-2240 & ESR-1980 reports state that MicroPro treated wood can be used for retaining walls, landscaping and foundation.

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      602.1.5(1-2) A termite barrier is installed. 4 To earn 2 points, product is used in conjunction with other termite resistant materials for the first 2' of all the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall clading, and exterior deck components in zones with slight to moderate termite infestation. 4 points are awarded when used in the first 3' in moderate to heavy termite zones, and 6 points are awarded for use in all of the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall clading, and exterior deck components in areas of very heavy termites.

      MicroPro treated wood products are approved by building codes for above ground, ground contact, fresh water contact and critical structure uses (permanent wood foundations and building poles). Reference www.icc-es.org Report # ESR-2240 & ESR-1980

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      602.1.6 Termite-resistant materials are used in portions of the building. 2-6 To earn 2 points, product is used in conjunction with other termite resistant materials for the first 2' of all the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall clading, and exterior deck components in zones with slight to moderate termite infestation. 4 points are awarded when used in the first 3' in moderate to heavy termite zones, and 6 points are awarded for use in all of the foundation, floor, and structural wall, wall clading, and exterior deck components in areas of very heavy termites.

      MicroPro treated wood products are approved by building codes for above ground, ground contact, fresh water contact and critical structure uses (permanent wood foundations and building poles). Reference www.icc-es.org Report # ESR-2240 & ESR-1980

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      610.1.2.1 A product with improved environmental impact measures compared to another product(s) intended for the same use is selected. 2 points for product with 4 impact measures; 3 points for product with 5 impact measures. 10 points max. 2 Points are available when MicroPro is chosen over ACQ treated wood products because of the benefits shown in the LCA.

      MicroPro treated wood products are EPP (Environmentally Preferable Product) certified by SCS based on Life-Cycle Assessment. This EPP benefit has been promoted by over 5,000 home centers and lumberyards in the U.S. www.scscertified.com/product

      Manufacturer’s Comments
      901.4(2-6) A minimum of 85% of material within a product group (i.e., wood structural panels, countertops, composite trim/doors, custom woodwork, and/or component closet shelving) is manufactured in accordance with the following. 10 points maximum awarded. 2-4 A minimum of 85% of the product group in the building must be product that is compliant with this practice. Compliant products that are treated with Micro-Pro Wood Preservative Technology remain compliant after treatment.

      MicroPro technology has been awarded the GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification, which certifies products for low volatile organic chemical (VOC) emissions that are used in schools, offices and other sensitive environments such as residential homes.

      Manufacturer’s Comments