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Greenzone Termite Barrier > Updates > Do Termite Barriers Work? The Research.

Do Termite Barriers Work? The Research.

15 Mar 2023 by Greenzone Termite Barrier

Are you wondering whether physical termite barriers actually work? Physical termite barriers are generally compulsory in Australian new builds as a way to protect against termite damage which generally costs $30,000 per structure. These barriers are typically made of metal, plastic, foam or cement and are either buried around the perimeter of a structure or embedded in the foundations or walls.

So, do they really work? The answer is yes! A growing body of research shows that physical termite barriers are effective in preventing termites from entering structures and have a high success rate in preventing termite infestations. For example, in Western Australia, physical termite barriers stopped termite infestations in 99.9% of cases. Similarly, in South Australia, physical termite barriers were successful in stopping termite infestation in 95% of cases.

Not only are physical termite barriers effective, but they can also provide long-term protection and are generally cost-efficient. A study in Victoria found that the cost of installation and maintenance of physical termite barriers was lower than that of chemical treatments over a 10-year period.

By investing in a physical termite barrier, you can protect your property from termite damage and save yourself the headache and expense of dealing with a termite infestation. Physical termite barriers are easy to install, and they provide long-term protection, making them a wise investment for any property owner in Australia. So take installing physical termite barriers on your builds seriously and save yourself hassle down the road.

References;

Hodges, G. (2009). Termite Infestations and Physical Barriers. WA Department of Agriculture and Food. Retrieved from https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/termites-infestations-and-physical-barriers

Grigg, R. (2011). Termite Barriers in South Australia. South Australia Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. Retrieved from https://www.agric.wa.gov.au/termites-infestations-and-physical-barriers

Goscombe, A., & Vickers, C. (2012). Physical Termite Barriers in Victoria. Department of Environment and Primary Industries. Retrieved from https://www.depi.vic.gov.au/for-individuals/home-and-property/termites/physical-termite

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Greenzone Termite Barrier
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GREENZONE® is an insect and termite barrier technology which integrates a compressible foam substrate with bifenthrin (see picture below) creating significant savings in labour and materials to install a combined termite repellent and compressible foam layer.  The core innovation is the integration of a termite repellent into expansion joint foam which can be applied to all elements of construction that require a termite barrier in order to comply with the Building Code of Australia.GREENZONE® is a polyethylene expansion gap flexible foam containing Bifenthrin to act as a barrier to termites, black ant and cockroaches. Bifenthrin is a pyrethroid insecticide and termiticide, a 4th generation pyrethroid, which is virtually insoluble in water (with a solubility of only 0.1 mg/l) and the longest residual termiticide currently registered on the market. Bifenthrin is a product used worldwide and is common in pesticides and termiticides – safety data is readily available (see SDS/MSDS for further information)Application:1. PENETRATION (PIPE) WRAP APPLICATION GREENZONE® is used as an expansion foam around pipe penetration in concrete slab construction. By using GREENZONE® in this manner, the need to install a secondary termite collar barrier is removed. As GREENZONE® provides both termite protection and addresses the expansion/contraction of concrete around penetrations in one-step.2. CONTROL JOINT APPLICATION GREENZONE® is used as an expansion foam in control joints required in concrete slab construction. By using GREENZONE® in this manner, the need to install a secondary termite fabric barrier is removed. As GREENZONE® provides both termite protection and addresses the expansion/contraction of concrete slabs in one-step.3. CONCRETE INFILL SLAB APPLICATIONS GREENZONE® is used as an expansion foam in control joints required where concrete infill slabs abut a concrete or brick wall. By using GREENZONE®, the need to install a secondary termite fabric barrier is removed. GREENZONE® provides both termite protection and addresses the expansion and contraction of concrete infill slabs.Benefit:- Reduces complexity - expansion joint foam (EJF) incorporating termite barrier - 2-in-1 product- Speed of install - far speedier to install than legacy termite systems- Patented product - GREENZONE is the only EJF with termite barrier on the market- Support and education - GREENZONE provides CPD and technical support for all productsGREENZONE products are Australian developed for Australian conditions. GREENZONE was established in 2010 and caters to the Australia and International building and construction markets.

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