Prodema – ProdEX Natural Wood Veneer HPL Compact Panels
ProdEX panels from the Spanish manufacturer Prodema S.A combine the expressive beauty of wood with the durability of man-made materials. The product range includes options for both façades (ProdEX) and indoor use (ProdIN). ProdEX panels are an excellent alternative to façade plywood, requiring maintenance only in the form of occasional washing. The material has excellent weather resistance. There are 31 different color tones available. The panels must be installed as a ventilated façade system to preserve the beauty of the material over time. The natural beauty of ProdEX façade panels has inspired many architects and clients, and unique buildings finished with this product can be found around the world.
The standard panel size is 2440 x 1220 mm, with a thickness of 8 mm (visible fastening, adhesive) and 10–12 mm (mechanical concealed fastening).
Manufacturing Technology
ProdEX panels are produced using HPL (High Pressure Laminate) manufacturing technology. The material consists of a natural wood veneer on one or both sides, with a core made of bakelite, formed under high pressure and temperature from paper impregnated with synthetic resins. The panel surface is coated with synthetic resins and a PVDF layer, which protects the product from UV radiation, graffiti, and harmful environmental effects.
Installation
The panels must be installed using a ventilated façade system (there must be an air gap between the back of the panel and the insulation), using either wooden or metal substructures. They can be fastened with screws or rivets. Concealed fastening is also possible as well as gluedown.
Warranty
The manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty for the panels. Tests with Xenon lamps (which simulate outdoor aging) show that the resistance to fading is, depending on the decor, 10,000 to 15,000 hours, equivalent to approximately 20–30 years.
Delivery Time
When ordering, please allow approximately 4–7 weeks for delivery. The most popular tones are available in stock.
