The solution

THE SOLUTION
TERRAX MEETS THESE CHALLENGES:

Made from 100% waste that is 100% recyclable - a fully sustainable circular product

PRICE FLUCTUATIONS

Input materials such as wood and plywood have become more and more expensive over the last few years. Terrax is locally made and is therefore less liable to external pricing factors.

DURABILITY

Terrax is more durable than other construction materials such as wood and plywood.

CHOICE

Terrax provides a cost-effective choice.

TARGETS

Terrax provides a product that will help construction companies meet their sustainability targets and obligations.

WASTE

Construction produces input waste for the terrax process. Terrax reduces the amount of plywood waste generated on a building site.

SHIPPING

Terrax factories will be based regionally, using local waste to service a local economy. Expensive and carbon heavy shipping will therefore be reduced.

THE TERRAX ADVANTAGE:

Like plywood, terrax products can be cut, shaped, sanded, painted, glued and drilled just like wood.

Features and Benefits:

  • Strong and durable
  • <1% water absorption
  • No chemical reaction to acids/concrete
  • Can be reused multiple times
  • Resistant to abrasion
  • Low breakage point on impact
  • Stable density
  • Immune to termites and bugs
  • Dimensional stability in dry & humid environments
  • Various colour alternatives
  • Thermaformable
  • Laminable
  • Double-faced

The Process

Terrax’s breakthrough technology makes it possible to combine low grade mixed (commingled) plastic waste with fibrous material without the use of chemical additives.

Terrax can incorporate virtually any natural or man-made fibre: from coconuts to carpeting; and from palm fronds to upholstery.

Usual input materials include PP (polypropylene) scrap, LDPE (low-density polyethylene) scrap and natural fibres, however an adjustment can be made to the formula to meet the requirements of the final product and waste availability.