WE LEAD. WE LEARN.WISA® Special Veneers. Unveiling the beauty of wood. www.wisa.com UPM puts a special emphasis on further improving its services. At UPM we recognize the essence of uniform veneer quality. this also provides increased durability – thus further improving the reprocessing industry’s ability to make even more out of veneer. Being the leading manufacturer of birch veneers. Besides aesthetically appealing products. trained personnel. and traditional craftsmanship using modern production methods and efficient technology. In manufacturing substantial quantities of products.Wood at its finest Veneering brings the natural beauty of wood to life. we have an experience of over a hundred years working with birch – not to mention our specialized production units. our customers need to be able to depend on consistent appearance and reliable performance. We are ready and capable of making every effort in order to fulfil the various requirements of our customers. 2 . The benefits for manufacturers are substantial and versatile – and they are all within your reach. which can be easily modified to any shade by e. and that comes from environmentally sound forests. Because of its excellent strength qualities.When only the best is good enough We are proud to use only the kind of raw material that is able to meet the highest requirements. kitchen fittings. and a light and calm pattern. doors. birch is the best wood to be used for demanding end uses. It also suits home interior decorating because of its warm colour and pattern. staining.g. . Finnish pine is mainly used for surface veneers. Our flexible and individually manufactured veneers are fully able to meet the modern needs of our customers. For every need and purpose Birch has a tight and dense wood structure that is well suited for beautiful and elegant interior design and furniture use. ceiling and wall panels. Most commonly it can be found in furniture. It has a uniform structure. Customer-orientation and constant focus on developing tailor-made solutions have always been among the cornerstones of UPM’s operations. We produce birch and pine veneers for a wide variety of end uses. The finest birch and pine trunks are carefully selected for the production of UPM veneers. 2400 Panel 2600 . Slight veins and flame figure are allowed. Slight veins and flame figure are allowed. 0. panels. Two knots are allowed on the face side of veneer bundle. Grade B Surface veneer for furniture. Grade C Construction veneer for edge-banding.55 and 1. but variation and veins are allowed. width mm 80 Length mm 1000 . Slight veins together with variations in grain pattern are allowed. All face veneers are also available spliced with glue seam in accordance with customer wishes.8 and 1. Door and panel grade Light in colour and resin.6 100 up to 3200 0. Veneer bundle is knot-free on both sides.5 0.55 80 1000 . Products Sliced birch veneer Grades Furniture grade I Light and uniform in colour. 4 . Backing / counter veneer in panels. flame figure and streaks are allowed. streaks.Face veneers Sliced and rotary-cut face veneers are mainly used in furniture. veins. One knot is allowed on the face side of veneer bundle.5 80 80 1000 . etc.4000 Staylog cut birch veneer Furniture grade I Light and uniform in colour. flooring and form-pressing industry. 0. edge-banding.6 100 up to 3200 0.8 and 1.3100 Rotary-cut birch veneer Grade A Face veneer for panels. 0. doors and other board products.4000 0.5 Min. Light and uniform in colour. Furniture grade II Variations in colour and grain pattern. knots and holes are allowed. One knot or resin pocket is allowed on the face side of veneer bundle.6 100 up to 3200 Other grades and thicknesses by agreement. panels and doors.5 80 1000 .3200 Sliced pine veneer Furniture grade I Light in colour and resin. Two knots are allowed on the face side of veneer bundle.55 and 1. Standard Thickness mm 0. furniture. doors.4900 Door 2100 . Variations in colour and grain pattern. Light and uniform in colour. Face/backing/middle veneer.5 Other sizes by agreement. Grade A Face veneer in top quality.g. Small sound knots and holes up to 10 mm are allowed. Grade C Middle/backing veneer for upholstered furniture components and board structures.5 1300 1590 1300 1590 1300 1600 1300 1600 1.5 1300 1590 1300 1590 1300 1600 1300 1600 1. Light colour. Variations in grain pattern and colour faults/streaks are allowed. Standard Thickness mm Width mm Length mm 0. 5 .Construction veneers We produce rotary-cut veneers for e. Variations in colour and grain pattern are allowed. but 20 mm holes are allowed. Product Grades Rotary-cut Birch veneers (Pine and Aspen Veneer by Arrangement) Grade ABC Falling quality including all veneer grades. Sound knots are allowed. Light colour. Light colour. AB/patched grade Holes patched.5 1.6 and 1. Grade BC Like grade B. Grade AB Face/middle veneer in top quality for varnished or stained products. Irregular grain pattern and slight colour streaks are allowed. form-pressing. sound knots and plugs are allowed in this grade. Knot-free. as are holes up to 50 mm. B/patched grade Large.5 1.5 1300 1590 1300 1590 1300 1600 1300 1600 1. edge banding and sport industries.5 by agreement max 3200 1. slightly irregular grain pattern. Our mission is to help you make more out of veneers. testing and research. Making reliability count The veneer deliveries to our customers are flexible and timely. we are certain of our ability to offer true added value to our customers and to maintain our leading position in veneer manufacturing. Our veneers play an important role as a raw material for sophisticated. using experienced logistical knowhow and dependable partners. 6 . functions and production processes. improving and modifying of existing products. plus the testing of new raw materials. efficiently produced and high quality products – thus. all over the world. strict requirements. when questions or inquires arise. We deliver our products straight from the factories. their properties. ISO and EN standards as well as specific.Constantly looking for ways to improve Our WISA R&D Centre provides comprehensive information and services relating to essential matters such as product development. Our expertise is always at your service. Having access to global resources which cover all aspects of wood processing. We carry out tests according to DIN. We work in close co-operation with other R&D departments of UPM. we fully recognise the importance of our customers being able to count on them arriving just when they are expected. Our work incorporates the testing. PEFC/02-34-05 UPM policy is one of continuous development.Attention to the environment Environmental protection and management are an integral part of UPM's activities. as well as in product development. The concept of continuous improvement is a key component of the management system. UPM pays special attention to both quality and cost efficiency. We recognize the fact that sustainable use of natural resources and environmental care and protection are vital for sustainable economic growth and overall well-being. 7 . UPM works constantly to further improve its processes. UPM takes responsibility for observing the principles of sustainable development. an important objective is to minimise the impact on nature and the environment. so that there will be even less impact on the environment in the future. as well as to the fact that raw material and energy are efficiently consumed and that the recyclability of the products is as high as possible. In developing our products and production methods. In the choice of raw materials. We reserve the right to amend specifications without notice or obligation. as well as for continuous improvement of its environmental performance. sources of energy and production processes. +358 204 15 115 Fax +358 204 15 114 www.Box 7 (Kotkantie 1) FIN-08101 LOHJA.wisa.upm-kymmene. Printed in 4/2005. Edition: 26 500.com www.P. Finland Tel. .O.com Paper: UPM Finesse premium silk 200g/m2.