Aircraft Plywood

aircraft plywood

The idea of making aircraft out of plywood may seem strange to us today, but back in World War II, when there was a shortage of enough aluminum to make the massive fleet of aircraft needed for the war, plywood became one of the alternatives used by aircraft designers. The British De Havilland Mosquito bomber … Read more

Rotary Cut Plywood

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All plywood is made from veneers which are laid up and glued together so that the grain is perpendicular to the adjacent layers. But even within that seemingly tight definition, there can be a world of difference between one sheet of plywood and the next. Wood choice, quality of material, thickness, surface finish and the … Read more

Melamine Plywood

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Melamine plywood is a relative newcomer to the plywood family. Made of particle board, with a melamine coating on the face side, melamine plywood is used extensively in the manufacture of kitchen and bath cabinets, as well as furniture where a solid white surface is desired, rather than wood grain. Melamine is an organic compound … Read more

SIP Panels

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Building with Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) was first developed in the 1930s, as an alternative home-building technique. Yet it is hardly known by the general population. Interest has been growing in the use of SIPs in recent years, mostly due to the potential energy savings that SIP homes are promoted as offering. SIPs consist of … Read more

HPVA Plywood

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The natural beauty of wood makes for attractive, functional and comfortable furniture. Contrast in the grain, or even in different woods used together, can provide interesting patterns that can be mesmerizing to look at. Making the right choice in wood selection is a key part of making any piece of quality furniture. We’re all familiar … Read more