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THE RAYMOND KNAIDER FNBL THE RAYMOND KNAIDER l Leader in the wholesale and distribution of wood, veneer, laminate and fire doors material since 1961. l More than 48 years of experience in the industry. FIRST NATIONAL BUSINESS l Sister company established in 2006. l Distributor of natural and reconstituted veneer. Distributors of many renowned brands such as: Formica® , Busnelli, Halspan™ and Pyroplex.
FORMICA® l The Formica Corporation born in 1913 is a global leader with close to a century of experience designing and manufacturing all types of surfacing material. l Plants located throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. l For more information we invite you to visit the website www. formica. com
FORMICA® COMPACT Structural Laminate “ Nothing Confronts the elements better” l Formica® Compact Phenolic panels are used in all the demanding jobs where it is essential to use a material that is highly resistant. l Ideal for construction applications. l - Excellent choice for use in public buildings thanks to its resistance to: UV rays Water Fire Vandalism l Also very appropriate where strict hygiene is required. -
FORMICA® COMPACT Manufacturing l Formica® Compact is a versatile grade of laminate which is manufactured by building up layers of impregnated Kraft paper and decorated on both surfaces.
FORMICA® COMPACT Utility l Ideal for high traffic buildings, ventilated facades, balcony railings, schools, health clubs as well as canopies, kiosks, playgrounds, urban furnishing etc. l It is self supporting and does not need to be bonded by a support. l High-quality product conforms to EC EN 438 norms that is ideal for construction applications and is available in a vast range of finishes. Marina Cebrian Secondary School. The Canary Islands. Housing Vizcata.
FORMICA® COMPACT Internal use l Primarily used for washroom cubicles, lockers, wall linings and counter tops. l Its solid core allows it to be used in a wide range of furniture such as: chairs, tables and benches
FORMICA® COMPACT Measurements l Thickness: available ranging from 2 mm to 20 mm. l For construction applications compact is manufactured in the following sizes: Panelling & Partitions: v 2500 x 1220 mm or 3050 x 1290 mm Booths & Cubicles: v 3600 x 1400 mm or 3660 x 1610 mm Doors: v 2150 x 950 mm v 2150 x 1050 mm v 2150 x 1290 mm l Other sizes are available upon request
FORMICA® COMPACT Handling & Maintenance l As it is a self supporting product it enables profile cutting, moulded edging and tongue as well as grooving. l One of the main advantages over alternative products is that it is easy to clean, and maintenance is almost zero. l Cleaned with detergent and water. Even lit cigarette, biro and ink stains can be removed by rubbing the surface of the laminate with alcohol. l This material is excellent for outdoor use due to its stability and easy maintenance.
FORMICA® COMPACT Technical Characteristics TEST NORM FIELD UNIT VALUE Density Length & Width ISO 1183 EN 4382 -6 Mass Panel g/cm 3 mm CGS ≥ 1, 35 10 Edge straightness EN 4382 -7 Panel mm ≤ 1, 5 Squared EN 4382 -8 Thickness EN 4382 -6 Flatness EN 4382 -9 Resistance to surface abrasion EN 4382 -10 Scratch resistance EN 4382 - 25 Panel 5. 0 ≤e< 8. 0 ≤e< 12. 0 ≤e< 16. 0 ≤e< 10. 0 ≤e Starting point Mean Point Shine finished Other finishes Ball drop ≤ 6 mm mm/m mm mm mm Axle mm Flecha mm Cycles Newtons mm Height ≤ 1, 5 tol± 0, 4 tol± 0, 5 tol± 0, 6 ≤ 5. 0 ≤ 3. 0 ≥ 150 ≥ 350 ≥ 2 ≥ 3 ≥ 1400 Impact resistance (ball drop) EN 4382 - 21 Ball drop > 6 mm mm Height ≥ 1800 Punching diameter Mass increase Appearance Index Bending resistance mm mm Degree(*) DS ≤ 10 ≤ 5 ≥ 4 ≥ 0, 95 ≤ 10 ≤ 8 ≥ 4 ≥ 0, 95 Bending module Index DM ≥ 0, 95 Contrast Grayscale Appearance Degree(*) ≥ 3 (exposure 750 h) ≥ 3 (exposure 1500 h) Resistance to steam EN 4382 - 15 Climate shock resistance EN 4382 -19 Ultraviolet light resistance EN 4382 -19 CGF ≥ 1, 35 10
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