The FFC composite (Foam Fiber Composite) can be used in construction, agriculture, furniture making and in the manufacture of enclosures and windows. Currently it’s also used in end-use products such as door frames and baseboards, in some cases substituting materials such as stiff PVC.
FFC stands out for its stability, resistance to moisture and its elasticity, which allows it to be used on curved surfaces. The composite can be manipulated like wood; in other words, it can be drilled, milled, screwed, hammered, painted, lacquered and even covered with sheets of melanin. Another advantage of this material is that it offers the possibility of being recycled and regenerating itself at the end of its life cycle, into the same product or into other PVC compounds.
The new FFC composite is a mix of non-toxic thermoplastic materials made from natural fibers, such as sawdust (in the proportion of 30% or 50%, with a particular level of moisture), suitably mixed with a PVC and blowing agent, lubricant and stabilizers.
Further, it’s simple to use and reduces the cost of the final products, thus making it more profitable if compared with other types of materials.
The most remarkable characteristic of this material is that it is self-extinguishing, something to keep in mind when it comes to protecting the environment both inside homes as well as on terraces and in gardens.