September 13, 2006—A line of sustainable and environmentally friendly wood products is the basis of a new joint venture, EverTech L.L.C, launched by MeadWestvaco Specialty Chemicals and Chemco Inc. The new hardened wood simulates rare exotics.
EverTech will manufacture and market Alowood, a new line of wood products based on the company’s proprietary process for wood hardening. The new products will offer a consistent appearance, milling performance, and hardness competitive with rain forest hardwoods, without the associated environmental impact, according to EverTech.
EverTech will produce an attractive, cost-effective, environmentally sound alternative to domestic and exotic hardwoods like walnut, rosewood, and ebony. The Alowood product line, featuring EverTech’s Everdex technology, is made from plantation-grown sustainable softwoods, which are hardened to achieve the physical and esthetic characteristics of traditional and tropical hardwoods.
This combination of attributes provides a naturally enhanced wood option. Industrial markets include wood flooring and other interior applications, such as furniture, cabinetry, molding, and doors. Exterior applications now under development will include decking.
EverTech is a 50/50 venture between Chemco and established global market leader MeadWestvaco Specialty Chemicals. Chemco developed the patented Everdex technology in 2005 and has already launched the initial marketing phase of the Alowood line.
For more information visit the Alowood Web site.
