Recycled Cellulose/Glass Composite Replaces Marine Plywood

A composite made of recycled materials, All-A-Board(TM) from ELF Products, Inc. is aggressively penetrating the marine industry as a plywood replacement. Stronger and more durable than other plywood replacements, All-A-Board(TM) has set new industry standards for compression strength and absorption rates. The evolution of composite materials is continuing at an unprecedented pace, primarily because the performance characteristics of wood are not sufficient to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

All-A-Board(TM) is more advantageous in some applications than polyurethanes, foam or foam-based products, and fiberglass. In marine applications that need more compression strength, screw retention and lower absorption rates, it surpasses other core materials that have thus far been offered.

All-A-Board(TM) is a recycled plastic cellulose and glass fiber reinforced composite ideal for applications that require a durable, non-rotting sheet product with superior wet applications and screw retention capabilities such as backer blocks, stringers, boat bulkheads and flooring. When considering its performance characteristics and price, All-A-Board(TM) is an excellent value. Recent test results yielded a typical value of less than 1% in both Water Absorption and Moisture Content tests. All-A-Board(TM) has also demonstrated superior screw retention of 400-500 lbs. as well as significantly higher core compression of 3,000-4,000 psi. Its shear strength is double that of marine plywood or urethanes.

All-A-Board(TM) with a polyester bonding veil adheres directly to fiberglass, eliminating an extra step in the production process that reduces both labor and material cost; and its high compression strength assures durability and value for consumers. All-A-Board(TM) comes in sheets of varying thickness and can be pre-cut to a specific design. Contact Jerry Foley, President of ELF Products Inc., for more information.

ELF Products, Inc.
820 South Euclid Ave
Tucson AZ 85719
Phone: (520) 622-3566
Fax: (520) 622-3610
www.elfproducts.com