MSDS

Encapsulated Wire Wheel Brushes

Section I

Manufacturer's name: Weiler Corporation
Address: One Weiler Drive, Cresco, PA 18326
Emergency telephone number: (570) 595-7495
Telephone number for information: (570) 595-7495
Date prepared: January 25, 2006
Name of preparer: Frank J. Hettes

Section II - Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information

Wire Brush: Is an "article" and does not release or result in exposure to a hazardous chemical 
under normal conditions of use.
Encapsulation Material: Not applicable - solid cast elastomers are fully reacted polymers.

Section III - Physical / Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point: *N/A
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): *N/A
Vapor Density (AIR=1): *N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O=1): >1
Melting Point: *N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate=1): *N/A
Solubility in Water: *N/A
Appearance and Odor: Burgundy, orange, black; mild odor.

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (method used): Solid material - *N/A
Flammable Limits: *N/A  LEL: *N/A   UEL: *N/A
Extinguishing Media: Water, foam, dry chemical
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Full emergency equipment with a self-contained breathing 
  apparatus and full protective clothing should be worn by fire fighters.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: During a fire, irritating vapors and toxic gases 
  will be generated.

Section V - Reactivity Data

Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Do not inhale smoke or fumes.
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None

Hazardous Decomposition or By-products: Burning solid elastomers produces toxic 
  decomposition products. Major toxicants are CO, oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen 
  cyanide and irritant.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Conditions to Avoid: None.

Section VI - Health Hazard Data

Route(s) of Entry:
  Inhalation? Yes
  Skin?
  Ingestion?

Health Hazards:
  Inhalation - do not breathe fumes when burning or melting. Do not breathe dust 
  particles produced by grinding.

Carcinogenicity: Not known
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Not known
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Not known
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Remove to fresh air, administer oxygen if 
  exposed to fumes. GET MEDICAL HELP.

Section VII - Precautions For Safe Handling And Use

Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Collect as normal solid waste.

Waste disposal method: Sanitary landfill.

Precautions to be taken in handling and storing: Store away from sparks, flames or 
  other ignition sources.

Other Precautions: Store solid elastomers in areas equipped with sprinkler systems.

Section VIII - Control Measures

Respiratory protection (specify type): Do not breathe fumes produced by welding or 
  burning. Use NIOSH approved dust fume respirator to keep dust at a minimum level.

Ventilation: Local exhaust: Yes

Protective gloves: Yes

Eye protection: Safety glasses

Other protective clothing or equipment: Safety glasses and protective clothing must 
  be worn when operating power brushes.

Work/Hygienic Practices: *N/A

*N/A = Not applicable

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