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THE RAYMOND KNAIDER - FNBL THE RAYMOND KNAIDER Leader in the wholesale and distribution of wood, veneer, laminate and fire doors material since 1961. More than 48 years of experience in the industry. FIRST NATIONAL BUSINESS Sister company established in 2006. Distributor of natural and reconstituted veneer. Distributors of many renowned brands such as: Formica®, Busnelli, Halspan™ and Pyroplex.
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FORMICA® 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. Plants located throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. For more information we invite you to visit the website www.formica.com www.formica.com
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FORMICA® COMPACT Structural Laminate “ Nothing Confronts the elements better” Formica® Compact Phenolic panels are used in all the demanding jobs where it is essential to use a material that is highly resistant. Ideal for construction applications. Excellent choice for use in public buildings thanks to its resistance to: - UV rays - Water - Fire - Vandalism Also very appropriate where strict hygiene is required.
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FORMICA® COMPACT Manufacturing Formica® Compact is a versatile grade of laminate which is manufactured by building up layers of impregnated Kraft paper and decorated on both surfaces.
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FORMICA® COMPACT Utility Ideal for high traffic buildings, ventilated facades, balcony railings, schools, health clubs as well as canopies, kiosks, playgrounds, urban furnishing etc. It is self supporting and does not need to be bonded by a support. 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.
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FORMICA® COMPACT Internal use Primarily used for washroom cubicles, lockers, wall linings and counter tops. Its solid core allows it to be used in a wide range of furniture such as: chairs, tables and benches
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FORMICA® COMPACT Measurements Thickness: available ranging from 2 mm to 20 mm. For construction applications compact is manufactured in the following sizes: Panelling & Partitions: 2500 x 1220 mm or 3050 x 1290 mm Booths & Cubicles: 3600 x 1400 mm or 3660 x 1610 mm Doors: 2150 x 950 mm 2150 x 1050 mm 2150 x 1290 mm Other sizes are available upon request
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FORMICA® COMPACT Handling & Maintenance As it is a self supporting product it enables profile cutting, moulded edging and tongue as well as grooving. One of the main advantages over alternative products is that it is easy to clean, and maintenance is almost zero. Cleaned with detergent and water. Even lit cigarette, biro and ink stains can be removed by rubbing the surface of the laminate with alcohol. This material is excellent for outdoor use due to its stability and easy maintenance.
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FORMICA® COMPACT Technical Characteristics TESTNORMFIELDUNIT VALUE CGSCGF DensityISO1183Massg/cm 3 ≥ 1,35 Length & WidthEN 4382-6Panelmm10 Edge straightnessEN 4382-7Panelmm≤ 1,5 SquaredEN 4382-8Panelmm/m≤ 1,5 ThicknessEN 4382-6 5.0 ≤e< 8.0mmtol± 0,4 8.0 ≤e< 12.0mmtol± 0,5 12.0 ≤e< 16.0mmtol± 0,6 FlatnessEN 4382-9 6.0 ≤e< 10.0Axle mm≤ 5.0 10.0 ≤eFlecha mm≤ 3.0 Resistance to surface abrasionEN 4382-10 Starting pointCycles≥ 150 Mean PointCycles≥ 350 Scratch resistanceEN 4382 - 25 Shine finishedNewtons≥ 2 Other finishesNewtons≥ 3 Impact resistance (ball drop)EN 4382 - 21 Ball drop ≤ 6mmmm Height≥ 1400 Ball drop > 6mmmm Height≥ 1800 Punching diametermm≤ 10 Resistance to steamEN 4382- 15 Mass increasemm≤ 5≤ 8 AppearanceDegree(*)≥ 4 Climate shock resistanceEN 4382-19 AppearanceDegree(*)≥ 4 Index Bending resistanceDS≥ 0,95 Bending module IndexDM≥ 0,95 Ultraviolet light resistanceEN 4382-19 ContrastGrayscale ≥ 3 (exposure 750h) ≥ 3 (exposure 1500h) AppearanceDegree(*) ≥ 3 (exposure 750h) ≥ 3 (exposure 1500h)
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