As an alternative to wood, it is used for various applications such as interior materials, exterior materials, and industrial jigs.
Due to the rising global demand for construction materials, wood prices have skyrocketed, leading to supply difficulties. Furthermore, the increase in wood demand from China and the global container shortage are exacerbating the situation. The future of Japan's wood market is uncertain, and there is no guarantee of stable supply for wood in the long term... What can replace wood? It is resin! As is well known, it is a petroleum-derived product, but in recent years, advancements in extraction technology have alleviated depletion issues, making supply more stable than wood. When it comes to resin, there is a general perception that it is more expensive than conventional wood, and there are still many products in the world that use wood. Indeed, resin is often avoided due to cost considerations. However, resin has many characteristics that wood does not possess, and depending on the application, it can be more user-friendly and may result in lower total costs in the long run. Kurabo offers a synthetic wood product called "Kuranwood." It is an extruded product made from foamed thermoplastic resin (polyethylene and polystyrene). Compared to wood, it has the following characteristics: *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.*
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【Features】 - Equivalent specific gravity and workability to wood - Excellent oil, chemical, and water resistance - Capable of accommodating complex shapes - Long-term usability as it does not decay like wood It is actually used in various applications as an alternative to wood, such as interior and exterior materials for houses, industrial jigs, cushioning materials, and benches in sports venues. There is ample track record, so you can handle it with confidence. In light of the difficulties in wood supply, why not try resin products? Resins are evolving daily, and countless physical properties and functions can be imparted through raw material formulations. Please feel free to consult us about anything, even if it's a minor issue. *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.
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Since its founding in 1888, the Kurabo Group has always looked one step ahead, continuously taking on new challenges to create new value. Today, we have expanded our business areas into a wide range of fields that support daily life, including textiles, automobiles, housing, and food, as well as industries supported by electronics, semiconductors, environmental plants, biomedical, and machine tools. We aim to provide products and services that enrich people and society, and we are committed to realizing this goal. Our driving force is the desire to "create new value that surprises the world and contributes to society." Based on this, we strive to enhance and integrate the core technologies that the Kurabo Group has accumulated in various business fields, working towards innovation and the creation of new specialty businesses. As a company that connects people and society to the next generation, we will continue to grow and develop. ■ Business Areas - Textile Business - Chemical Products Business - Environmental Mechatronics Business (Electronics field, Engineering field, Biomedical field, Machine Tool field) - Food and Service Business - Real Estate Business