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SEPTEMBER 2021This product guide provides only general application information and is not intended to include all potential product uses. No express or implied warranties are contained herein. GATOR-PLY®, GATOR-FLEX®, LUXCELL®, & SYN-PLY® are registered trademark of 3A Composites USA, Inc. 2021. All Rights Reserved.

The high performance backer for both three-ply and five-ply panel construction

GATOR-PLY® HP are high performance, wood-fiber veneer backers specially engineered using a proprietary resin system for successful

balancing in both three and five-ply panel constructions for the furniture and display fixture industries. Developed for improved overall

performance and a low Water Vapor Transmissions Rate (WVTR), the sealed surface of GATOR-PLY HP backers provide enhanced

product handling when used to back HPL faced panel construction.

WHY CHOOSE GATOR-PLY HP?

• Very low WVTR - Class III Vapor Permeability Rating• Sealed surface provides improved cleanability & stain resistance• Increased overall sheet strength • Balances HPL laminates and prevents them from warping • Convenient to use! Accomodates all standard lay-up, trimming

& shaping operations in the furniture/cabinetry industry• Suitable for both 3-ply and 5-ply panel constructions• Short lead times• GREENGUARD Gold Certified• Available as FSC® Certified on request

(FSC-C074317)

PRODUCT APPLICATIONS

• Office furniture• Commercial furniture & fixtures• Institutional & hospitality furniture• Retail store fixtures• Residential furniture & cabinetry• Cabinetry

PRODUCT AVAILABILITY

• .020” Dark Brown & Black Available widths: 31”, 37”, 49”, 61”

• .026” Dark Brown & Black Available widths: 30.5”, 37”, 49”, 61”

• Standard lengths: 97”, 121”, 145”

FIVE-PLY CONSTRUCTION

HPL / Wood Veneer / LUXCELL® Face

GATOR-PLY® HP Backer

SYN-PLY®

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THREE-PLY CONSTRUCTION

HPL / Wood Veneer / LUXCELL® Face

GATOR-PLY® HP Backer

Particleboard / MDF / Plywood Core

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COMPLEMENTARY SOLUTIONS

• SYN-PLY® Crossband - a specialty engineered synthetic crossband ideal for 5-ply panel constructions. It offers surface uniformity with no lap lines and is an economical alternative to poplar crossband. Available in a light color, there is no show-through even with light surface finishes.

• LUXCELL® Facer - a specialty engineered wood-fiber veneer with a surface that allows manufacturers the option of painting or printing for unique customization of retail-store fixtures, cabinetry, or individualized office & residential furniture pieces. Easy to use in both three and 5-ply panel constructions, LUXCELL can be cut-to-size to minimize waste and reduce costs, and offers the value-added feature of meeting your color and decorating specifications.

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