UPM ProFi Quick Facts
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UPM ProFi Quick Facts
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Introduction
UPM ProFi is an innovative wood plastic composite material that combines the best characteristics of wood fibers and plastic. It is primarily manufactured from recycled materials, making it environmentally friendly and sustainable.
UPM ProFi is an innovative wood plastic composite material that combines the best characteristics of wood fibers and plastic. It is primarily manufactured from recycled materials, making it environmentally friendly and sustainable.
Raw Material
The main ingredients of UPM ProFi are clean plastic polymers and wood-based fibers, which are by-products of self-adhesive label manufacturing. The composite contains more than 50% recycled paper and plastic, with clean polypropylene as the only added plastic. The materials are non-toxic and free from PVC.
The main ingredients of UPM ProFi are clean plastic polymers and wood-based fibers, which are by-products of self-adhesive label manufacturing. The composite contains more than 50% recycled paper and plastic, with clean polypropylene as the only added plastic. The materials are non-toxic and free from PVC.
Environmental Strengths
UPM ProFi contributes to reducing landfill and waste incineration by recycling label surplus materials. It can be recycled into energy or re-ground into new products, offering a long life cycle.
UPM ProFi contributes to reducing landfill and waste incineration by recycling label surplus materials. It can be recycled into energy or re-ground into new products, offering a long life cycle.
Material Properties
UPM ProFi is durable, with low moisture absorption and good UV resistance, making it suitable for outdoor applications. It is virtually free of lignin, preventing greying and allowing for light color manufacturing. The material provides a smooth and natural feel.
UPM ProFi is durable, with low moisture absorption and good UV resistance, making it suitable for outdoor applications. It is virtually free of lignin, preventing greying and allowing for light color manufacturing. The material provides a smooth and natural feel.
Products
UPM ProFi Deck is the first product, ideal for outdoor use in various settings. In 2009, UPM and Artek introduced new products at the Milan design exhibition, including the UPM ProFi Floor for balcony tiling and the 10-UNIT SYSTEM furniture range.
UPM ProFi Deck is the first product, ideal for outdoor use in various settings. In 2009, UPM and Artek introduced new products at the Milan design exhibition, including the UPM ProFi Floor for balcony tiling and the 10-UNIT SYSTEM furniture range.
Projects
- World Expo 2010 Shanghai: UPM ProFi was used for the Finnish pavilion's modern shingle cladding, emphasizing minimal environmental impact.
- Venice Biennale 2009: UPM ProFi Deck was featured in a terrace café design by Tobias Rehberger, who won the Golden Lion for best artist.
- Artek Pavilion 2007: Designed by Shigeru Ban, this pavilion was showcased at various exhibitions and sold at auction for USD 600,000.
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Catalog excerpts
UPM PROFI - OPEN YOUR MIND
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ENVIRONMENTALLY INNOVATIVE WOOD PLASTIC COMPOSITE UPM ProFi wood plastic composite is a unique material that combines the best characteristics of wood fibers and plastic. Manufactured mainly from recycled material, the composite has proven to be tough and humidity resistant. Raw material The principal ingredients for UPM ProFi are specially selected clean plastic polymers and wood based fibres which fall as surplus by-products in selfadhesive label manufacture and processing. The proportion of the recycled paper and plastic varies depending on the product application, being always more than 50%....
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