Premium 100% Birch Film Faced Plywood Manufactured in Latvia
SIA “58Northwood” manufactures high-performance Film Faced Birch Plywood based on a 100% birch veneer construction for professional construction, industrial, and transportation applications.
Produced in Latvia using selected birch veneers, durable phenolic resin bonding, and high-quality film overlay technology, our film faced plywood provides excellent mechanical strength, surface durability, moisture resistance, and dimensional stability.
Designed for demanding applications where consistent performance and multiple re-use cycles are required.
1. Product Structure
100% Birch Veneer Core Construction
Unlike mixed hardwood or poplar-core alternatives, our Film Faced Birch Plywood is manufactured with:
- 100% birch veneer layers
- Cross-laminated veneer structure
- High-density birch core
- Waterproof phenolic bonding system
Advantages:
✓ High bending strength
✓ Excellent screw holding ability
✓ Superior dimensional stability
✓ Long service life
✓ Reliable performance under heavy-duty conditions
2. Surface Film Specification
Durable Phenolic Film Overlay
The plywood surface is coated with impregnated phenolic resin film, providing:
- Moisture resistance
- Abrasion resistance
- Smooth concrete finishing surface
- Easy cleaning after use
- Improved panel protection
Available surface options:
- Smooth / Smooth
- Smooth / Wire Mesh
- Wire Mesh / Wire Mesh
Film weight options:
- 120 g/m²
- 220 g/m²
- Customized film weights available
3. Manufacturing Process
Controlled Production From Birch Logs to Finished Panels
Birch Log Selection
↓
Rotary Veneer Production
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Veneer Drying & Grading
↓
Phenolic Resin Bonding
↓
Cross-Layer Panel Assembly
↓
Hot Pressing
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Film Overlay Pressing
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Panel Calibration & Finishing
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Quality Inspection
4. Standard Specifications
Dimensions
Common European market sizes:
| Size | Thickness |
|---|---|
| 2500 × 1250 mm | 9–40 mm |
| 2440 × 1220 mm | 6–40 mm |
| 3000 × 1500 mm | 12–40 mm |
Customized sizes available upon request.
5. Thickness Range
Available thickness:
- 6.5 mm
- 9 mm
- 12 mm
- 15 mm
- 18 mm
- 21 mm
- 24 mm
- 27 mm
- 30 mm
- 35 mm
- 40 mm
6. Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | Film Faced Birch Plywood |
| Wood Species | 100% Birch |
| Core Structure | All Birch Veneers |
| Glue System | WBP Phenolic Resin |
| Surface Film | Phenolic Resin Overlay |
| Density | Approx. 650–750 kg/m³ |
| Moisture Content | 6–14% |
| Thickness | 6–40 mm |
| Edge Treatment | Waterproof edge sealing available |
| Surface | Smooth / Mesh |
7. Bonding Quality
WBP Phenolic Adhesive System
Our Film Faced Birch Plywood uses waterproof phenolic bonding technology designed for demanding environments.
Benefits:
- High moisture resistance
- Strong bonding performance
- Suitable for repeated construction use
- Stable performance in humid conditions
8. European Standards & Compliance
Manufactured According to European Requirements
Available according to:
EN 636
Classification for plywood used in:
- Dry conditions (EN 636-1)
- Humid conditions (EN 636-2)
- Exterior conditions (EN 636-3)
EN 13986
Construction product requirements including:
- CE marking
- Declaration of Performance (DoP)
EN 717-1
Formaldehyde emission testing
9. Quality Control
Every production stage is controlled:
Incoming Material Inspection
- Birch veneer quality
- Moisture content
- Material traceability
Production Control
- Glue application
- Pressing temperature
- Pressing pressure
- Panel thickness
Final Inspection
- Surface quality
- Thickness tolerance
- Bond strength
- Film adhesion
- Packaging quality
10. Applications
Concrete Formwork
Ideal for:
- Wall formwork
- Floor slabs
- Concrete structures
- Reusable shuttering systems
Transportation
Used for:
- Truck flooring
- Trailer floors
- Vehicle components
Industrial Applications
Suitable for:
- Heavy-duty work platforms
- CNC machining
- Industrial flooring
11. Environmental Responsibility
Sustainable Birch Supply Chain
SIA “58Northwood” supports responsible timber sourcing through:
- Traceable birch raw materials
- EU forestry compliance
- Production waste management
- Resource-efficient manufacturing
FSC® / PEFC documentation can be provided where applicable.
EUDR-related traceability documentation is available according to customer requirements.
12. Packaging & Delivery
Standard export packaging:
- Strong plywood pallets
- Waterproof protection
- Edge protection
- Container loading optimization
Suitable for:
- European distribution
- Overseas container shipments
- Long-term project supply
Technical Documents Available
- Product Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Declaration of Performance (DoP)
- CE Documentation
- EN 636 Classification Information
- Formaldehyde Test Reports
- FSC® Documentation (where applicable)