Overlay technology that enhances the performance of timber building products

Arctek® Technology

Arctek® Technology is a proven & reliable overlay performance solution that enhances timber building products to provide better performance. Arctek® Technology is trusted by the largest timber manufacturers in the world. We continue to innovate and are committed to providing economically and environmentally sustainable solutions for the needs of the future, the planet and its people.

Unique, Sustainable & Economical Solutions

Continuous innovation alongside our decades of experience in resin and coating technology gives us the unique ability to combine adhesives with customisable, functional layers. The result is a phenolic resin impregnated overlay for thermally fused lamination onto construction materials such as oriented strand board (OSB), medium-density fibreboard (MDF), particle board and plywood that significantly enhances its performance but doesn’t change the characteristics of the substrate.

Arctek® Technology can be applied to the substrate in factory conditions, allowing for building components to be delivered to the site ready to install. This speeds up the on-site phase of a build, reduces the labour and build cost costs and minimises material wastage. Specification of Arctek® Technology is a sustainable and economical solution suitable for any project but lends itself well to residential and commercial developments that use highly efficient modern methods of construction.

Overlay technology benefits

The moisture resistance and UV protection Arctek® Technology offers can enhance the performance and extend the life of modern building components. These include SIPs, sheathing and open cassettes amongst others that seek to increase the energy and thermal performance, as well as the acoustics of modern buildings. The benefits extend to more traditional solutions such as hoarding and fencing for construction sites.

The moisture resistant and weather protective properties and the choice of finishing textures are ideal for specification for facades and building areas that require specific designs, dirt resistant and paintable or printable, smooth or textured non-slip surface.

Built to suit the application

Arctek® Technology is fully flexible and can be designed to reflect the specifics of the application and design objectives. The extraordinary level of customisation is ideal for high value and specialised projects and can be delivered without delays.

Private label timber panels

Textures to match your needs

Whether you are looking to create a contoured or textured finish, or a completely smooth surface to paint, print, or prevent telegraphing, Arctek® Technology can be applied to the substrate to deliver the finish you require.

Textured or smooth panels
Textured timber panel
waterproof timber board

Moisture resistance

The overlay is fused to the substrate and provides a robust, long lasting water and vapour resistant barrier that protects timber building components from moisture ingress that could compromise their structural integrity. In the case of SIP panels and closed cassettes, the protection against moisture ingress prevents potential damage to the costly insulation layer.

Moisture resistant panels

Weather protection

Weather resistant overlays enhance the durability of timber building materials and extends their design life by protecting the wood fibres from the elements. It also helps to reduce the degradation and fading of painted and printed surfaces over time, prolonging the life of surfaces such as exterior cladding & facades.

Weather protected boards
weather-resistant-board

Strength & durability

Arctek® overlay technology provides strong, robust and long lasting surfaces that help protect timber building components from the elements, impact and wear and tear that can compromise performance and degrade the aesthetic appeal over time.

Strong & durable boards

Chemical resistance

The high performance overlays can be formulated to provide resistance to chemical substances such as spills from engine oil or paint.

Chemical resistant boards
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cleanable-timber-boards

Cleanable

Arctek® surfaces are low maintenance and easy to clean making them an ideal solution for applications where surface dirt is problematic.

Cleanable panels

Paintable

A selection of our Arctek® overlays have been developed specifically to provide the perfect surface for paint. It is smooth, moisture resistant and protects against the weather whilst unfinished.

Paintable panels
paintable timber boards

Interested in Finding Out More?

If you'd like to understand how our technology can be applied to your products to help expand your business offering, or to explore ideas for bespoke applications, please get in touch at enquiries.arctek@arclin.com

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