Technical Information
Melcourt Equifibre^TM - FSC

Melcourt EquifibreTM is used to:- Provide a safe, clean riding surface for horses and is used to construct Training gallops Maneges for jumping and dressage Recovery yards Riding School arenas, indoor and outdoor Product Description Melcourt EquifibreTM consists of a graded blend of woodfibre, produced from fresh, British-grown, sustainable conifer species. Clean, light weight and initially a pale sandy colour. On exposure to the elements and with continual use, it will darken to a deep grey-brown. Nominal particle size of 3 - 30mm. Typical Uses Suitable for all equestrian surfacing when a firm yet yielding surface is required. Particularly effective for race horse training gallops Ideal for riding school maneges Most suitable for dressage arenas Recovery, veterinary and turning out yards and corrals. Click on picture for larger image

User Benefits This product is certified under the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) The virtual all-weather nature of Melcourt EquifibreTM allows horse and rider to maintain peak condition throughout the year. Melcourt EquifibreTM is less prone to freezing than other surfaces. Nationally available. Unique firm surface yet yields to the horses' hooves, minimising training injuries. Allows lame horses to exercise sooner. Gives older horses a new lease of life. Its capacity to absorb impact is quite outstanding. Reduced vet bills Lower cost due to special energy efficient production system. Maintenance requirements are minimal. No expensive bespoke equipment required. Unlike cheaper surfaces made from recycled timber, no risk of contamination by metals, plastics or glass. Product Features Easy to lay and install Long effective service life Free draining on specified sub-base and performance only affected by the most severe frosts. Attractive appearance - blends with countryside colours Good resistance to wear Excellent wind resistance Extremely cost effective Manufactured from natural sustainable British resources Allows clean comfortable access onto surface area for horses and machines Simple maintenance can be easily carried out.

The following table gives a guide to the area, in square metres, covered by one cubic metre, when evenly laid at the given depths:

Equifibre depth required	300 mm	250 mm	200 mm	150 mm	100 mm
Coverage in Sq. Metres	3.3	4.0	5.0	6.6	10.0
Melcourt EquifibreTM is free flowing and will settle during initial rolling. Approximately 15% compaction should be allowed when calculating the final finished depth to be installed.

Product settlement percentages are provided for your guidance only. If the product settles more than the minimum figure stated, it is the customer's responsibility to order sufficient additional material, to give the required finished depth.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Main Constituent	Origin	Nominal particle size range	Wood content	Dust & fines
Wood	British	3 - 30 mm	90 % +	Minimal

Typical Bulk Density Range	Quality range	Installation depth	Settlement factor	Durability	FSC Certified
250 - 300 kg/m3	Deluxe	250 - 300 mm	15%	2 - 4 years +	Yes

All values given in the Technical Specification are typical. However, some variation may occur from time to time. Melcourt Industries Ltd reserves the right to alter the specification without notice, for the purpose of product improvement.

Melcourt Industries Limited Boldridge Brake, Long Newnton, Tetbury, Glos GL8 8RT

Tel: +44 (0)1666 502711 Fax: +44 (0)1666 504398 E-mail: mail@melcourt.co.uk