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SUMMARY


■Abodo Vulcan is made from plantation-grown New Zealand radiata pine


■New Zealand produces three times as much radiata pine timber as it consumes domestically


■The modification process transforms the timber from durability class 5 to class 1


■In its uncoated form, it has an expected service life in above ground external applications of 30 years


ABODO HAS BIG AMBITIONS


The thermally modified wood producer is looking to develop its markets and grow output. Mike Jeffree reports


Plantation-grown New Zealand radiata pine ranks among the most renewable timber resources. It’s fast-growing and cultivated on an impressive scale – and it’s what’s used to make Abodo Vulcan, the thermally modified wood that’s internationally established in cladding and decking markets and making increasing inroads into joinery. ►


Above: Designed as a showcase for Abodo, Cardrona Cabin features Vulcan screening in a silicate coating, and uncoated Vulcan panelling PHOTO: CHRIS LEA


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