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Film Faced Plywood

Birch Film Faced
Plywood

High-performance panels engineered from 100% birch veneers with durable phenolic film overlay. Exceptional strength, long service life, and reliable performance in the most demanding construction and industrial environments

Birch film faced plywood panels with dark brown phenolic surface showing cross-laminated birch veneer layers
Birch Film Faced 6–35 mm

Birch Film Faced Plywood — Construction Grade by MaxPly

MaxPly Birch Film Faced Plywood is a high-performance construction-grade panel manufactured from 100% birch veneers and overlaid with a durable phenolic film. The dense birch core ensures excellent load-bearing capacity, impact resistance, and dimensional stability. The smooth film-faced surface provides superior wear resistance and protection against moisture, chemicals, and abrasion. Certified to EN 13986, EN 636-3, and EN 314-2 for severe moisture exposure. Density 684 kg/m³

Key Characteristics

Built for harsh environments with matched mechanical properties and surface durability

Strength
100% Birch Core
Maximum load-bearing capacity
Surface
Phenolic Overlay
High wear resistance
Durability
Extended Service
Resistant to moisture & chemicals
Precision
Consistent Quality
Uniform panel dimensions

Product Overview

Birch film faced plywood is manufactured from 100% birch veneers overlaid with a durable phenolic film that provides superior wear resistance, moisture protection, and chemical resistance

The dense birch core ensures exceptional load-bearing capacity and dimensional stability under demanding conditions, suitable for repeated use in formwork systems

The smooth film-faced surface is easy to clean and resistant to abrasion, making it compatible with a wide range of construction and finishing materials

Key Features

  • 100% birch veneers for maximum strength
  • Durable phenolic film overlay
  • High surface hardness and wear resistance
  • E1 formaldehyde emission class
  • MR or WBP water resistance options
  • Precise geometry and consistent thickness

Packaging & Shipping

Palletized for industrial handling

Phenolic edge sealing to prevent moisture ingress

Standard sizes up to 2500 × 1250 mm

Technical Specifications

Wood Species100% Birch
Panel Dimensions2440×1220 · 1220×2440 · 2500×1250 · 1250×2500 mm
Thickness Range6.0–35.0 mm
Number of Plies3–25 (depending on thickness)
Density684 kg/m³
Surface QualityS2 (sanded both sides) · S1 (sanded one side)
Moisture Content5–12%
Water ResistanceMR or WBP
Thermal Conductivityλ = 0.13 W/(m·K)
CertificationEN 13986, EN 636-3, EN 314-2
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Mechanical Properties

Precision manufacturing ensures consistent performance for reliable formwork

Bending Strength (L)
55.90 N/mm²
Lengthwise
Bending Strength (W)
54.50 N/mm²
Widthwise
Modulus of Elasticity (L)
6,112 N/mm²
Lengthwise
Modulus of Elasticity (W)
6,087 N/mm²
Widthwise

Applications

From concrete formwork systems to heavy-duty transport — birch film faced plywood delivers consistent performance

Concrete Formwork

Shuttering systems requiring smooth concrete finishes and multiple reuses

Vehicle & Transport

Bodies and flooring for wagons, trailers, and buses under dynamic loads

Architectural Design

Interior and exterior structural elements, facades, and cladding

Industrial Packaging

Heavy-duty work surfaces and storage platforms requiring abrasion resistance

Certifications

ISO 9001 : 14001

Quality management and environmental management systems.

CE EN13986 + A1:2015

European conformity for wood-based panels (system 2+).

CARB P2 / Lacey Act

California Air Resources Board Phase 2 and US wood legality compliance.

EUDR Compliant

EU Deforestation Regulation compliance with full traceability.

FSC Chain of Custody

Optional certification for verified sustainable forestry sourcing.

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