Fenix is an innovative material Made in Italy belonging to the laminate family. Developed by Arpa Industriale for interior design it is produced with new generation resins and the simultaneous application of heat (around 150°C) and specific high pressure (> 7 MPa) to obtain a uniform and non-porous high-density product. FENIX NTM is bonded to chipboard panels and edged on the visible sides with 1 mm thick polypropylene in the same colour. Its core is made of paper impregnated with thermosetting resin, while the surface, obtained with the help of nanotechnology, consists of a decorative paper treated with acrylic resins, hardened and fixed with Electron Beam Curing. Any small scratches can be repaired.

Where to find them

• Doors
• Built-in sinkss
• Shelvess
• Back panelss
• Tabless
• Worktops

Technical data

This is an innovative material Made in Italy belonging to the laminate family. Developed by Arpa Industriale for interior design it is produced with new generation resins and the simultaneous application of heat (around 150°C) and specific high pressure (> 7 MPa) to obtain a uniform and non-porous high-density product. FENIX NTM is bonded to chipboard panels and edged on the visible sides with 1 mm thick polypropylene in the same colour. Its core is made of paper impregnated with thermosetting resin, while the surface, obtained with the help of nanotechnology, consists of a decorative paper treated with acrylic resins, hardened and fixed with Electron Beam Curing. FENIX NTM stands out for its particular characteristics like high resistance to scratches and heat, anti-fingerprint, softness to the touch, low reflection of light and high opacity (specular reflection value: 1.5 and 60°), thermal repairability of micro-scratches, high reduction of bacterial loads (anti-mould). It also has a pleasant soft touch.

These characteristics have allowed FENIX NTM to obtain NSF, Greenguard IAQ and IMO MED certifications. NSF certifies that the material is suitable for contact with food. NSF International is an international organisation for technical and scientific consultancy in the health and safety sectors. The NSF registration guarantees the user that the formulation and composition satisfy food safety rules. Greenguard IAQ - Indoor Air Quality certification guarantees that the product has low pollutant emissions indoors. Greenguard IAQ is an independent, non-profit organisation which checks and certifies the low level of chemical emissions of products and is an international reference point for many sustainable building programs. FENIX NTM in the 0.9 mm thickness is certified according to the IMO MED shipping rules as a suitable material for ship applications, as far as concerns its fire resistance and heat release characteristics. IMO MED is a set of international shipping standards relating to safety for ships. FENIX NTM also has a “green” component. A piece of furniture in Fenix cannot be damaged easily: longer duration means less waste, more efficient use of resources and greater global energy saving. In other words, more respect for the environment. Since it is not a hazardous product (it is made of paper and thermosetting resins), it can be burned in incinerators authorised for urban waste or used as energy recovery at the end of its life cycle. The residual ash can be treated as solid urban waste (EAK Code 120105). At the Arpa Industriale plant, FENIX NTM production waste is used as fuel to produce part of the energy needed for production.

Maintenance

For best results when cleaning FENIX NTM, it is always good to remember some precautions: while it is very resistant, the surface of FENIX NTM must never be cleaned with products containing abrasive substances, rough sponges or unsuitable tools like sandpaper and scouring pads. Products with a high acid or very alkaline/basic content (bleach and ammonia, alcohol, anti-limescale, vinegar) should be avoided because they could leave stains. When using solvents, the cloth must be perfectly clean so as not to leave marks on the surfaces. Any marks can still be removed by rinsing with hot water and drying. Avoid furniture polish and, in general, detergents containing waxes because they tend to form a sticky layer on the compact surface of FENIX NTM that dirt will stick to. The surface of FENIX NTM must be cleaned regularly but does not require any special maintenance. A microfibre cloth moistened with hot water and/or mild detergents is sufficient for everyday cleaning. All normal household cleaning products are well tolerated, but avoid those that are too strong. If there is dirt that cannot be removed with normal domestic detergents due to the irregular texture of the FENIX NTM surface, the use of non-aggressive aromatic solvents (acetone) is recommended. In case of micro-scratches, please follow the instructions for carrying out repairs (with a heat source and magic sponge) outlined on the manufacturer's info sheets. The use of the magic sponge (melamine) is recommended, when necessary, for the proper regeneration of the material. See the technical data sheet for more information: CLEANING-INSTRUCTIONS.