AUSTRAL MARINE - Premium plywood for marine and appearance applications
Hoop Pine AS/NZS 2272, F-17 Stress Grade (A Grade), Multiply Construction
Marine plywood manufactured to the Australian standard AS/NZS 2272 is regarded as the highest plywood grade available. Marine plywood conforming to the standard uses only “A” grade veneers from a designated marine species (i.e. Araucaria – hoop pine) and have an “A” bond glue system, sometimes referred to as WBP (water boil proof). Austral ‘O’ grade marine plywood (AS/NZS 2272) is also available and recommended as a cost effective solution for applications where the aesthetic of the face veneers is not critical, such as applications where the plywood is overlaid, painted or fibre glassed. Austral Plywoods is the only manufacturer of marine plywood that complies with Australian standard AS/NZS 2272 .
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: AA or OO
Core Grade: A Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm, 2700 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 4, 6.5, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, 30mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Prefinished: No
AUSTRAL BB STRUCTURAL B-B - F17 structurally rated appearance grade plywood
Hoop Pine AS/NZS 2269, F-17 Stress Grade, Multiply Construction
Austral BB Structural is a cost-effective plywood panel that combines strength and beauty. Made with high quality “B” grade veneers on the face and back, Austral BB is constructed with an “A” bond glue line and structurally rated to F17. Austral BB Structural is a very popular and versatile plywood panel with an almost endless range of applications such as flooring, wall and ceiling cladding, furniture making, shop fitting and cabinetry. Austral BB Structural is made to Australian standard AS/NZS 2269.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: BB
Core Grade: D Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm, 2700 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 6.5, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, 30mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Prefinished: No
AUSTRAL INTERIOR - Appearance grade interior plywood with a clear glue line
Hoop Pine AS/NZS 2270, Multiply Construction
Austral Interior is made with a clear glue line that showcases the Araucaria (hoop pine) veneers on both the panel face and edge, maintaining the naturally bright appearance of the veneer. Designed for non-structural interior applications, Austral Interior has the highest quality appearance and is perfect for internal wall panelling, furniture and joinery, interior door skins and ceiling linings. Austral Interior is not recommended for exposed, wet or damp areas.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: AB
Core Grade: A Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm, 2700 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 3, 4, 6.5, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, 30mm
Glue System: C-Bond MUF (clear glue line)
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Prefinished: No
AUSTRAL EXTERIOR - Versatile appearance grade plywood
Hoop Pine AS/NZS 2271, Multiply Construction
Austral Exterior is a high quality Hoop Pine plywood manufactured with a high grade “A” or “B” face and a lesser grade back. Due to its versatility Austral Exterior can be used in many applications such as linings for walls and ceilings, and joinery. Austral Exterior is manufactured with an “A” bond glue system and is suitable for semi-exposed applications, when finished correctly.
* 2700mm panels are supplied as "AC".
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: AB or AC
Core Grade: D
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm, 2700 x 1200mm*
Thicknesses: 1.5, 3, 4, 6.5, 9, 12, 15, 18, 24, 25, 30mm, 32mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Prefinished: No
AUSTRAL FR Panel - Group 2 fire retardant panel with natural veneer
Austral FR Panel is a fire rated appearance grade panel for walls and ceilings. Constructed using a Group 2 fire rated MDF core, Austral FR panel is overlaid with 0.6mm Araucaria (hoop pine) veneer. This ensures that each panel is naturally unique, and with the select ‘A’ grade veneers used, the panel is suitable for clear finishing. Austral FR Panel is tested and certified to AS5637.1.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: AB
Core Grade: FR MDF
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 13mm
Glue System: PVA (clear glueline)
Prefinished: No
Bond Warranty: 7 years
Certifications and technical details
Product Certification: EWPAA JAS-ANZ
Environmental Certification: RW/PEFC
Fixing System: Direct screw fix
Fire Rating (Group No.): 2
AUSTRAL ARIAPLY - Pre-finished architectural plywood panel for walls and ceilings
Ariaply is the award winning pre-finished plywood panel that remains a favourite of architects, specifiers and interior designers. Ariaply is an exterior grade plywood panel, designed for use in semi-exposed areas such as balcony ceilings, alfresco areas and soffits. Ariaply is also suitable for internal feature walls and ceiling linings. Made using only select “A” grade Araucaria (hoop pine) face veneers, Ariaply’s unique 3-coat factory finish both enhances and protects the natural timber grain. Available in a range of colours, Ariaply is backed by a 7 year coating warranty. Acoustic options are also available.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: AC
Core Grade: D Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 9, 12mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Prefinished: Yes
Colours: Natural Hoop, Blackbutt, Spotted Gum, Jarrah, Walnut, Ebony, Ash
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Coating Warranty: 7 years
Certifications and technical details
Australian Standard: AS/NZS 2271:2004
Product Certification: EWPAA JAS-ANZ
Environmental Certification: RW/PEFC
Fixing System: ShadowFIX, X-Tack
Fire Rating (Group No.): 3
AUSTRAL IHOOP - Pre-finished plywood panel for interior walls and ceilings
iHoop is a pre-finished plywood panel designed for internal wall and ceiling linings. Cost effective and ready to install, iHoop’s superb factory finish is a clear coat that highlights the beautiful grain of Araucaria (hoop pine). Supplied with an “A” grade face veneer, iHoop features a clear glue line that enhances the natural colours of Araucaria. iHoop is backed by a 7 year coating warranty with acoustic options also available.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: AB
Core Grade: A Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 9, 12mm
Glue System: C-Bond MUF (clear glue line)
Prefinished: Yes
Colours: Natural Hoop Clear Finish
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Certifications and technical details
Australian Standard: AS/NZS 2271:2004
Product Certification: EWPAA JAS-ANZ
Environmental Certification: RW/PEFC
Fixing System: ShadowFIX, X-Tack
Fire Rating (Group No.): 3
ENDURAPANEL - Premium slat panel system for walls and ceilings
Endurapanel is a pre-finished plywood panel system that showcases Araucaria in slat form with striking black negative detail. The unique protective coating makes Endurapanel the perfect feature lining for semiexposed areas such as balcony and alfresco ceilings and soffits. Endurapanel also makes an excellent internal feature wall or ceiling. Available in a range of colours, Endurapanel is backed by a 7 year coating warranty. Acoustic options are also available.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Core Grade: A Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 800mm (per box of 4 pieces).
Thicknesses: 18mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Prefinished: Yes
Colours: Natural Hoop, Blackbutt, Spotted Gum, Jarrah, Walnut, Ebony, Ash
Options: Solid or Acoustic
Certifications and technical details
Environmental Certification: RW/PEFC
Fixing System: Direct screw fix
AUSTRAL FireHoop - Group 1 fire rated decorative panel for internal linings
FireHoop is the perfect solution for projects requiring a Group 1 fire rated panel with a premium timber look. FireHoop is specifically designed for internal cladding applications such as schools, hospitals, aged care, and general commercial where a high fire rating is required. Made with a non-combustible core, FireHoop has a range of acoustic options and timber look finishes including Natural Hoop, Blackbutt and Spotted Gum. FireHoop is tested and certified to AS5637.1, with a concealed fixing system also available.
Manufacturing details
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 5mm
Prefinished: Yes
Coating Warranty: 7 years
Colours: Solid or Acoustic
Certifications and technical details
Fixing System: FireHoop concealed fixing system
Fire Rating (Group No.): 1
CROCPLY - Tough, waterproof and slip resistant floor panel
Austral CrocPly is designed for the most demanding floor applications. CrocPly is made using Araucaria (hoop pine) plywood overlaid with a hard wearing, waterproof and slip resistant film. CrocPly’s marine grade plywood core is certified to Australian standard AS/NZS 2272. Perfect for: truck & trailer decking; vehicle floors; scaffolding; pedestrian platforms; stair treads; ship decking; stage platforms.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine) with phenolic faces
Core Grade: A Multiply
Dimensions: 2440 x 1220mm
Thicknesses: 12, 15, 18, 24mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Prefinished: Yes
Colours: Mesh pattern face with smooth back, Smooth both sides
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Certifications and technical details
Australian Standard: AS/NZS 2271:2004
Product Certification: EWPAA JAS-ANZ
Environmental Certification: RW/PEFC
Formaldehyde Emissions: E0
Stress Grade: F22-F27
AUSTRAL CONNECTAPLY - Pre-finished plywood panel with wide board styling
Connectaply is a pre-finished plywood panel system that offers the styling of wide timber boards. Made using only select “A” grade Araucaria (hoop pine) face veneers, Connectaply panels are 280mm in width, recreating a classic solid timber look. Connectaply is an exterior grade plywood panel, designed for use in semi-exposed areas such as balcony ceilings, alfresco areas and soffits. Connectaply is also popular as an internal feature wall or ceiling lining. Tongue and grooved on all sides, each piece of Connectaply measures 2400mm (L) x 280mm (W) x 12mm (T), with each piece locking into the next whilst concealing the screw fixings. Connectaply offers a variety of installation patterns (brickwork, grid, horizontal, vertical, diagonal) and can be easily installed by a single tradesperson.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Face/Back Grade: AC
Core Grade: D Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 1120mm (per box of 4 pieces).
Thicknesses: 12mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Prefinished: Yes
Colours: Natural Hoop, Blackbutt, Spotted Gum, Jarrah, Walnut, Ebony, Ash
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Coating Warranty: 7 years
AUSTRAL Vividply - Vibrant laminated plywood for furniture, cabinetry and joinery
For most designers, natural veneer finishes will often be the first choice. However it is the wear resistance properties of Vividply that makes it possible to create something that is both decorative and durable. Made with a high pressure laminate (HPL) pressed onto Araucaria (hoop pine) plywood, Vividply is available in a range colours and wood grains including Austral’s Natural Hoop that blends seamlessly with natural Araucaria veneer. Vividply is the perfect choice for internal applications such as furniture making, shop fitting, cabinet making and joinery.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine) with HPL faces
Core Grade: A Multiply
Dimensions: 2410 x 1210mm
Thicknesses: 4, 6.5, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 24, 30mm
Glue System: A-Bond Phenolic (black glue line)
Prefinished: Yes
Colours: Vivid White, Vivid Black, Vivid Natural Hoop, Vivid Blackbutt, Vivid Spotted Gum
Certifications and technical details
Environmental Certification: RW/PEFC
Formaldehyde Emissions: Super E0
Fire Rating (Group No.): 3
SLATPANEL
Austral Slatpanel is a cost-effective panel designed for internal walls and ceilings. Available in both solid and acoustic designs, Austral Slatpanel is the easiest, fastest and most cost-effective timber slat system on the market. Austral Slatpanel is manufactured from a one-piece plywood panel 2400 x 1200 x 15mm that is easy to install with simple screw fixings. Austral Slatpanel is available either raw or clear finished.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine)
Core Grade: A Multiply
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 15mm
Glue System: C-Bond MUF (clear glue line)
Prefinished: No
Bond Warranty: 25 years
Options: Solid or Acoustic (13.9% open area)
Certifications and technical details
Australian Standard: AS/NZS 2270:2006
Product Certification: EWPAA JAS-ANZ
Environmental Certification: RW/PEFC
Fixing System: Direct screw fix
Formaldehyde Emissions: E0
AUSTRAL HOOP MDF - Hoop pine Araucaria face veneer on MR MDF core
Austral HoopMDF combines the premium aesthetics of hoop pine (Araucaria) veneer with the stability and value of a moisture-resistant MDF core.
Manufacturing details
Species: Araucaria (Hoop Pine) with MDF core
Face/Back Grade: AB
Core Grade: MR MDF
Dimensions: 2400 x 1200mm
Thicknesses: 10, 13, 17, 19, 26mm
Glue System: C-Bond MUF (clear glue line)
Prefinished: No
Bond Warranty: 7 years
AUSTRAL ShadowFIX - Concealed fixing system with expressed joint
ShadowFIX is a concealed fixing system for plywood panels utilising a patented plastic tongue design, countersunk screws and Tec7 X-Tack adhesive. ShadowFIX is easy to install, has no face fixings and creates a perfect 10mm shadow line.
ShadowFIX is the best solution for installing our Ariaply and iHoop pre-finished panels in an attractive and efficient way. Austral Plywoods can provide the complete solution, including not only the ShadowFIX plastic tongue, but also black screws, router bits, toggles and X-Tack adhesive. And with no face fixings required, the panel will not be penetrated, keeping the protective coating intact.
Manufacturing details
ShadowFIX is only available for 12.5mm Ariaply and iHoop panels. ShadowFIX plastic tongue is supplied in 2440mm lengths, pre-drilled and countersunk at 600mm spacings.
X-TACK
Fixing Ariaply and iHoop is easy with our patented fixing solutions ShadowFIX and Tec7 X-Tack. Use ShadowFIX to easily create a perfect 10mm shadow line; and with no face fixings, the panel will not be penetrated, keeping the protective coating intact. Tec7 X-Tack is an instant grab adhesive system, designed to be used in conjunction with ShadowFIX, or by itself if a full adhesion system is desired.
Austral Plywoods supplies everything you need for using the X-Tack adhesive system: the X-Tack7 adhesive (in black, white and grey); the Tec7 adhesive gun; Tec7 Cleaner; and Tec7 Multiclean.
