HPL is produced by saturating multiple layers of kraft paper with phenolic resin.
A layer of printed décor paper is placed on top of the kraft paper before pressing.
The resulting sandwich is fused together under heat and pressure (more than 1,000 PSI).
Because phenolic and melamine resins are thermoset plastics, the curing process transforms the resin into plastic by a cross linking process that converts the paper sheets into a single, rigid laminated sheet.
Thermosetting creates strong, irreversible bonds that contribute to HPL’s durability HPL is laminated to a panel utilizing a variety of adhesives. Particleboard or MDF are the preferred substrate because they provide a stable, durable, consistent and economical foundation.
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FunderMax HPL laminates are manufactured through a production process of several layers of thin papers that are impregnated with resin, and then compressed under high pressure and at high temperature creating a material that is more versatile and, simultaneously, more visually impressive than almost any other. HPL laminates are a particularly “”tolerant”” material. Abrasion, impacts, scratches and extreme temperature variations – none of these are a problem for decorative HPL. The material is manufactured using a sophisticated technological processes allowing it to handle almost anything and will adapt to a wealth of uses. This makes it the first choice for many applications where quality and design is key.
