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PRELIMINARY DISCUSSIONS TO THE BAU
OCTOBER 2010
PRELIMINARY DISCUSSIONS TO THE BAU
MUNICH, OCTOBER 2010
Your contact partners are:
Christina Werthner
Head of Communication and Public Relations
EGGER Group
Mattias Keuthen
Head of Marketing
EGGER North-Western Europe
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“LIVING AND WORKING WITH WOOD” IS A GUIDING
PRINCIPLE FOR EGGER
EGGER displays its products and their application at the 2011 BAU trade fair
EGGER IS FOCUSING ON NEW MARKETS
After acquiring a majority interest in the Turkish edging manufacturer ROMA,
EGGER is expanding its capacities for existing and new markets in Southern and
Eastern Europe.
EGGER REFINES ITS ACOUSTICS SOLUTIONS
308,642 holes per square meter and yet the perforations are imperceptible: EGGER
expands its acoustics programme with “ProAcoustic Finest”.
ENHANCED FIRE PROTECTION WITH EGGER PRODUCTS
Low flammability EGGER products reduce the risk of a full-scale fire and delay the
spread of flames.
EMOTION 2011 – NEW EDITION OF THE SUCCESSFUL
DISTRIBUTOR COLLECTION
25 entirely new decors, new trends, new surface textures and a new product
category.
EGGER DELIVERS THE RIGHT PRODUCTS FOR DEMANDING
WOOD CONSTRUCTION APPLICATIONS
New reference projects with constructive wood-based materials implemented by
EGGER.
EGGER MAKES PROGRESS
Tyrolean family-run company delivers growth through its own resources
For queries:
FRITZ EGGER GmbH & Co.
Holzwerkstoffe
Christina Werthner
Weiberndorf 20
6380 St. Johann in Tirol
Austria
T +43 5 0600-10681
F +43 5 0600-90681
christina.werthner@egger.com
www.egger.com
PLEON Publico
Dr. Wolfgang Immerschitt
Paracelsusstraße 4
5020 Salzburg
Austria
T +43 662 620 242-0
F +43 662 620 242-20
w.immerschitt@pleon-publico-sbg.at
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“LIVING AND WORKING WITH WOOD” IS A GUIDING
PRINCIPLE FOR EGGER
EGGER displays its products and their application at the 2011 BAU trade
fair
As a full-range supplier of solid wood and wood-based materials, EGGER
offers innovative and modern materials in matching decors and colours,
thereby ensuring trend-conforming designs, functionality and economics.
EGGER products are found in many areas of private and public life. Following the
guiding principle “Living and Working with Wood”, the Tyrolean wood-based material
manufacturer offers a comprehensive product range of coreboards made of woodbased materials (chipboards, OSB boards and MDF boards) under the EGGER
umbrella brand. Most of the base materials are upgraded with trend-conforming
decors and surfaces. But EGGER also dedicates itself to comprehensive topics and
promotes integrated solutions for building and living.
THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX
Among other things, EGGER pursues the continuous further development of its
product portfolio in order to offer comprehensive solutions for comfortable living to
its customers. One of the focal points is the regular development of new, trendconforming decors and surfaces. But EGGER also dedicates itself to entirely
different topics.
PROACOUSTIC: SOUND-ABSORBING EGGER PRODUCTS
One of these is the field of acoustically effective wood-based materials. Soundabsorbing panels featuring barely perceptible small holes in the board surface
ensure a pleasant room atmosphere. Under the title “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE –
Scores for Room Acoustics”, EGGER is also participating in the MakroArchitektur
Forum held during the BAU 2011. Dr. Christian Nocke from the Oldenburg acoustics
office and Michael Beckmann, Product Manager at EGGER, are giving a
presentation on room acoustics solutions with conceptual wood-based materials on
20th January 2010 from 12 noon to 1:00 pm.
In addition Michael-Bernd Wehmeyer, Head of Sales Edging, will give a
presentation entitled “Point of Sale – From the Digital Design to the Actual Product”
on 21st October 2010 from 12 noon to 1:00 pm as part of the MakroArchitektur
Forum on the topic “EVERYTHING NEW – Visionary Shop Fitting”.
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EFFECTIVE FIRE PROTECTION WITH WOOD-BASED MATERIALS
With its Flammex product spectrum, EGGER offers a range of low flammability
products that provide additional protection in case of a fire. Classified according to
the European EN 13501-1 standard and the strictest fire protection class for organic
products, EUROCLASS B-s2,d0, the products have a retardant effect on the ignition
time.
In combination with the comprehensive selection of matching decors and colours in
the ZOOM collection, EGGER combines both aesthetic and functional aspects to
show that effective fire protection with wood-based materials is no contradiction.
LIVING AND WORKING WITH WOOD
 “Living and Working with Wood”
as the motto for the BAU 2011
 As a full-range supplier, EGGER
dedicates itself to comprehensive
topics such as acoustics, fire
protection or building with wood
 EGGER is participating in the
MakroArchitektur Forum during the
BAU 2011 with a presentation by
Dr. Christian Nocke and Michael
Beckmann on the topic of
“ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE – Scores
for Room Acoustics”
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EGGER IS FOCUSING ON NEW MARKETS
After acquiring a majority interest in the Turkish edging manufacturer
ROMA, EGGER is expanding its capacities for existing and new markets
in Southern and Eastern Europe.
Turkey is becoming a strategically important market for EGGER. With the
ROMA acquisition, the volume of business in Turkey and the surrounding
regions is to be increased significantly. EGGER also expects positive effects
from the investment in an OSB line in Romania.
“ROMA is a dual expansion for EGGER. With this acquisition, we have boosted our
presence in the future market of Turkey and expanded our product range to include
edging,” explains Reinhard Hätti, Sales & Marketing Director Central and Eastern
Europe at EGGER. Turkey has increasingly gained the attention of the wood-based
material manufacturer over the last few years. The high growth rates, young
population and tremendous demand for living space make the country a promising
market for the Austrian family company.
The ROMA plant in Gebze is the 16th EGGER location in Europe. Founded in 1996,
ROMA is currently generating revenues of around EUR 60 million with 485
employees. The capacity is 160 million running metres (525 million running feet) and
products are delivered to more than 50 countries around the world. With its
melamine edging, PVC/ABS security edging and accent edging, ROMA is among
the leading manufacturers in the world. “With ROMA, we are strengthening our
position as a full-range supplier”, Reinhard Hätti says. “We are also able to take
advantage of the existing good contacts within our industry established by the
management of ROMA in order to increasingly develop the markets of Turkey, the
Caucasus region, the CIS states and the Middle East.”
GROWING TOGETHER
This is why EGGER has also expanded its sales team for the region. The sales
office is located in the economic centre of Istanbul. Another step will be the
establishment of a EURODEKOR warehouse, which will significantly improve
product availability and enhance quality of service. EGGER is also planning to
develop and expand its distribution structure in the future.
NEW OSB LINE IN RADAUTI
In Eastern Europe, the plant in Radauti, Romania is currently developing into a fully
integrated location. A building permit for the construction of a completely new OSB
line was recently submitted. The capacity upon commissioning will be 300,000 m³
(10,594,000 cubic feet) and around 100 new jobs will be created. “We expect to
commence construction before the end of 2010,” Hätti says. OSB production in
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Romania is mainly being established to serve the markets in Central, Eastern and
Southern Europe.
EGGER already announced an investment in OSB production in the middle of the
year. Ultimately the decision in favour of Radauti was made based on the good
infrastructure and excellent wood supply. Since EGGER wants to supply itself with
energy and resin to the greatest possible extent, a dedicated resin plant is also being
built in Radauti right now. The new administrative building in Radauti is virtually
complete. This reference project using modular wood construction was built almost
exclusively out of EGGER products. In addition to OSB 4 TOP, DFF, MDF,
EURODEKOR, EUROLIGHT, compact laminate and laminates, the edging and
laminate flooring were also produced within the group.
FACT BOX GROWTH STRATEGY
 ROMA acquisition strengthens
position as a full-range supplier
 With the plant in Turkey,
surrounding regions are coming into
focus
 Investment in the OSB line in
Radauti (RO) to commence before
the end of this year
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EGGER REFINES ITS ACOUSTICS SOLUTIONS
308,642 holes per square meter and yet the perforations are
imperceptible: EGGER expands its acoustics programme with
“ProAcoustic Finest”.
Many sound-reflecting materials are used in modern architecture, creating
demand for sound-absorbent solutions in the field of interior design. EGGER
has been supplying its acoustic products made of wood-based materials
since 2005, and has continuously pursued the further development of its
solutions since then. The latest highlight is the finest perforation, which
EGGER is now offering on a laminate basis for the first time.
“With our finest perforation which is available effective immediately, we are a
genuine pioneer since this truly imperceptible acoustics solution was previously only
possible on a veneer basis,” explains Michael Beckmann, Product Manager at
EGGER in Germany. With the 1.8/1.8/0.5 mm (0.07/0.07/0.02”) finest perforation,
fabricators have access to the comprehensive laminate programme of the EGGER
ZOOM collection.
The wood-based material manufacturer EGGER is offering the new “ProAcoustic
Finest” product on a made-to-order basis. Just like the other acoustics solutions, the
finest perforation can be applied with decor on one or both sides. In addition to
applications as furniture components, the new product is used as wall cladding and
in partition walls. “We can also easily implement sound-absorbing ceilings, ceiling
systems or subsequently installed fixtures with the new finest perforation,”
Beckmann explains.
PROACOUSTIC STANDARD IMPROVED ONCE AGAIN
With the introduction of the new ProAcoustic Finest perforation, EGGER is selling
the previously offered standard 3.0/3.0/1.0 mm (0.12/0.12/0.04”) microperforation
under the name “ProAcoustic Classic” starting in January 2011. It continues to be
available in 10 different in-stock decors, while individual solutions are produced on
an order-specific basis. “We are not only changing the name, but also optimising the
design,” says Michael Beckmann from EGGER. With a further development in
production, EGGER not only wants to realise economic advantages but also simplify
the application of the product for fabricators. The reverse side is now going to
feature predefined areas without perforations, which will significantly simplify
attaching the boards in the main application “wall cladding”. Current measurements
show that EGGER will once again improve the sound absorption values after the
production change. The SAA value is going up from 0.74 to 0.77.
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IMPROVING THE ACOUSTIC ROOM SITUATION
“EGGER was the first wood-based material manufacturer to offer acoustic elements
with a decor match. In cooperation with Akustik+, we have pursued the further
development of this highly complex topic. With our product solutions, we want to
offer our customers more individual design versions for even more economical
applications in the contract business,” Michael Beckmann explains. There are
several approaches to solve acoustic room problems. In many cases, improving an
existing room situation is called for. Possible solutions in such cases include ceiling
panels or custom pre-fabricated system components that can be easily installed
after the fact. But individual furniture components made of sound-absorbent
acoustic elements may also constitute a straightforward and effective solution to
improve the room situation.
Of course, the ideal approach is to take acoustics into account during room planning
from the outset. “This allows wall cladding, partition walls and ceiling systems to be
integrated into the overall concept, creating homogenous overall solutions,”
Beckmann says.
FACT BOX PROACOUSTIC INNOVATIONS
 With ProAcoustic Finest, EGGER
 ProAcoustic boards are available in
is offering the first finest perforation
the decor and material combinations
on a laminate basis
of the EGGER ZOOM collection
 1.8/1.8/0.5 mm (0.07/0.07/0.02”)
 Areas of application:
finest perforation permits an
- Subsequent installation, e.g. as
imperceptible 308,642 holes per
ceiling panels
square meter
- Wall cladding
 ProAcoustic Classic is replacing the
- Fixed ceiling systems
standard board effective January 2011 - Furniture components
and has been optimised for
effectiveness and ease of application
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ENHANCED FIRE PROTECTION WITH EGGER PRODUCTS
Low flammability EGGER products reduce the risk of a full-scale fire and
delay the spread of flames. Our products meet the EU construction
product guidelines according to Euroclass.
Since fires can start in many different ways, it is all the more important to use
products that fulfil a protective function in an emergency by not burning
independently and significantly reducing the risk of a full-scale fire. EGGER
offers the right fire protection solutions, both for decorative and for
constructive areas of application.
Low flammability EGGER products, which feature convincing functionality combined
with appealing designs, make a key contribution towards fire protection. In addition
to raw chipboard, EGGER also offers melamine faced boards with matching decors
and colours in the fire classification Euroclass B. Thanks to their special
characteristics, these EGGER Flammex products significantly reduce the risk of a
full-scale fire and delay the spread of flames as well as the flashover point. For
wood construction, EGGER offers numerous components with fire protection
classifications for the application of EUROSTRAND OSB, EGGER DHF and DFF in
the wood construction planning manual, including a newly developed, innovative
F90-B wood-beam ceiling for multi-storey wood construction.
EGGER MATERIALS OFFER VALUABLE TIME RESERVES
With its Flammex product spectrum, EGGER is offering a range of low flammability
products that provide additional protection in case of a fire, adapted to the European
classification system on reaction to fire. Classified according to the European
EN 13501-1 standard and the strictest fire protection class for organic products,
Euroclass B, the products have a retardant effect on the ignition time, the so-called
flashover point, and can offer valuable time reserves in case of an emergency.
Flammex wood-based materials also slow down the spread of flames while featuring
low heat release and smoke development.
COMPREHENSIVE PRODUCT RANGE WITH DECOR MATCH
EGGER offers many of its products in low flammability versions according to
Euroclass B. EUROSPAN raw chipboard, melamine faced EURODEKOR boards
and compact laminate are all available in Flammex versions. In addition to the
essential protective function in case of fire, these products also guarantee design
versatility thanks to decors and colours that match other EGGER products in the
ZOOM collection. The focus is not only on functional but also on aesthetic aspects
that reflect the current trend and Zeitgeist. Architects, tradespeople and also the
furniture industry can meet these requirements with low flammability EGGER
products.
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WOOD CONSTRUCTION
CONTRADICTION
AND
FIRE
PROTECTION
ARE
NO
Proof of adequate fire protection also plays an important role in the decision of the
builder in favour of erecting a wood construction building. This is why EGGER has
presented the reaction to fire classification of its constructive wood-based materials
such as EUROSTRAND OSB, EGGER DHF, EUROSPAN wood chipboard and
EGGER DFF according to EN 13501-1 in detail in its wood construction planning
manual. In the construction catalogue, the folder contains numerous classified wall,
ceiling and roof structures with component classifications in terms of fire protection
based on DIN 4102-4, classification reports pursuant to EN 13501-2 and / or general
building authority test reports. After successful tests and subsequent classification,
fire-retardant wall structures with double-T beams as a wall style as well as an
innovative F90-B wood-beam ceiling with enhanced sound protection were recently
added. EGGER is therefore making a contribution to structural fire protection in
energy-efficient and sustainable construction, and especially to the simplified
application of EGGER wood and wood-based materials.
EMPHASIS ON THE ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABILITY
The sustainable use of wood-based materials is a top priority for EGGER. This is
why the family company is counting on integrated plants where wood is first used in
production. Wood residues and recycled wood that cannot be used in production
are utilised as thermal fuel in the company’s own biomass power plants to generate
energy for production. The use of wood as a renewable raw material is optimised
throughout its life cycle and climate protection is assured. Environmental product
declarations have been prepared for all EGGER base products, confirming a very
good environmental performance assessment by independent experts. EGGER
therefore combines optimum fire protection with environmental compatibility.
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ENHANCED FIRE PROTECTION WITH EGGER PRODUCTS
 EGGER is dedicating itself to the topic
of fire protection in particular
 Comprehensive Flammex product
spectrum according to Euroclass B:
EUROSPAN boards, EURODEKOR
boards and compact laminate
 Optimum reaction to fire combined
with versatile design possibilities thanks
to matching decors and colours
 The reaction to fire of constructive
EGGER products is detailed in the wood
construction planning manual
 EGGER offers wood construction
components classified according to
applicable standards such as EN 13501-2
in regards to their reaction to fire
 Products made of renewable raw
materials feature a good environmental
performance assessment; EGGER has
obtained confirmation in environmental
product declarations
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EMOTION 2011 – NEW EDITION OF THE SUCCESSFUL
DISTRIBUTOR COLLECTION
25 entirely new decors, new trends, new surface textures and a new
product category.
With Emotion 2011, EGGER is focusing the spotlight on the expertise of the
fabricator. EGGER supports sales consultations with newly developed tools
such as an innovative collection case, which contains all decors as original
samples for the first time.
A COLLECTION FILLED WITH INNOVATIONS
The new Emotion collection consists of 58 decors in total, with almost half of them
representing new developments. Oak in different versions represents the largest
proportion, for example the intensive Garrison Oak Tobacco or the modern
Northland Oak Light. Grey hues are considered the second-most important trend.
Montana Pine Silver appears rustic and striking while Siberian Larch Grey presents
a modern look with very straight lines and few knots.
The new Natural Pore synchronous pore surface for country-home floorboards and
3-strip flooring represents a major innovation, imparting the impression and
appearance of a genuine wood floor more than ever before. EGGER recognised the
importance of the interplay between decors and surfaces early on, and is always
working on further developments in this field.
With Emotion 2011, EGGER is offering laminate flooring with a thickness of 11 mm
(0.43") in class of application 33 for the first time. The product range mainly consists
of rustic country-home floorboards intended to accentuate the durable, solid nature
of the product. This is an important sales argument, especially for commercial and
high-end residential applications. The impression is further enhanced by the newly
developed Vintage surface, which is also highly slip-resistant and therefore
classified as R10 pursuant to the applicable standard. The decors with perceptible
rough-cut crosswise grooves appear authentic, rough, natural and extremely robust.
ORIGINAL SAMPLES OF ALL DECORS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THE
NEW COLLECTION CASE
In addition to a collection brochure in an attractive design, a newly developed
collection case actively supports the salesperson during consultations. The structure
of this sales tool was designed so that all required information is available during the
consultation. On this basis, end customers are able to make a well-informed buying
decision very early in the process.
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Original decor samples are the major new feature of the collection case. An original
sample of every product – 58 of them in total – has been integrated while keeping
the dimensions comparatively compact and the weight low.
The value of an original sample must not be underestimated, since customers want
to touch and feel their new flooring before they place an order with the fabricator. In
many sales consultations, only the original decor sample offers the required
certainty to seal the deal. In addition to the original samples, the Emotion collection
case also contains detailed product information. All decors are shown in actual room
situations, which are presented in large illustrations on the individual decor cards.
Details and perspectives are also included in order to impart a comprehensive
impression of the new laminate flooring.
VISUALISATION TOOL WITH UPLOAD FUNCTION FOR OWN
IMAGES
In addition to the consultation at the customer’s home with the inspirational brochure
and collection case, EGGER also offers another service. The well-known Flooring
Studio internet application has been enhanced and is now called the Virtual Design
Studio online (VDS online). In addition to the comprehensive room library with
proposed living situations, users are now able to upload and process their own room
photographs for the first time. This means customers will be able to see their own
room with the new laminate flooring even before it is installed. Interior decorators
and flooring installers take photos of the customer’s rooms during the consultation.
VDS allows the choice of Emotion laminate flooring to be integrated into the photos.
This allows the fabricator to present the customer with virtual results even before
implementation.
EMOTION 2011
 The new Emotion collection consists
of 58 decors in total, with 25 of them
representing new developments
 New Natural Pore synchronous pore
surface for country-home floorboards and
3-strip flooring
 Laminate flooring with a thickness of
11 mm (0.43") in class of application 33
for the first time
 Newly developed collection case with
original samples to support fabricators in
sales consultations
 The well-known Flooring Studio internet
application has been enhanced and is now
called the Virtual Design Studio online
(VDS online).
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EGGER DELIVERS THE RIGHT PRODUCTS FOR
DEMANDING WOOD CONSTRUCTION APPLICATIONS
New reference projects
implemented by EGGER.
with
constructive
wood-based
materials
Time and time again, the long-term partnership with Griffner Haus results in
ecologically valuable wood construction projects with EGGER products.
EGGER wood-based materials were also used in the VELUX Sunlighthouse
and by Acutronic in Switzerland.
Builders appreciate the advantages of wood in terms of aesthetics, well-being and
convenience. EGGER bundles all its wood construction activities under the term
EGGER wood construction.
GRIFFNER HAUS COUNTS ON EGGER WOOD CONSTRUCTION
PRODUCTS
Griffner Haus, the Austrian wood construction specialist for ecological building, has
been using constructive EGGER products for more than ten years. The new Juwi
branch in the Waldpolenz energy park near Leipzig was constructed in August
2010. 8,000 m² (86,111 square feet) of EUROSTRAND OSB 4 TOP boards and
8,000 m² (86,111 square feet) of EGGER DHF boards were used as reinforcing
elements on the exterior walls and plaster façade. With a footprint of 15 x 30 metres
(49’ x 98’), the office building has space for 80 employees. The building was
constructed in the so-called split-level concept, which refers to the implementation of
offset levels to minimise staircases and corridors. The appearance is defined by
solar modules while natural wood forms the basis for the walls.
Presented at the beginning of October 2010, the new Square model house by
Griffner is a modern, two-storey wood construction single-family detached house.
The house mainly scores points as a modern equivalent to the classic flat roof
structure, wherein the interplay of materials and colours in the façade, roofing tiles
and anodised wood-aluminium windows creates a special appearance.
Approximately 300 m² (3,229 square feet) of EGGER EUROSTRAND OSB 4 TOP
and 200 m² (2,153 square feet) of EGGER DHF boards are used for the large-panel
structure in wood mullion construction.
AUSTRIA’S FIRST CO2 NEUTRAL SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
HOUSE
The first CO2 neutral single-family detached house, the so-called VELUX
Sunlighthouse, was presented in Pressbaum near Vienna at the end of September
2010. As one of six houses in different climate zones, the Austrian Sunlighthouse
also features a strikingly efficient energy concept. In only 30 years, it will have
generated enough clean energy (photovoltaic and solar-thermal) to offset the CO2
emissions caused by its construction and operation up to that time. EGGER is
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contributing a total of 900 m² (9,688 square feet) of EUROSTRAND OSB 4 TOP
boards to this wood construction single-family detached house with 190 m² (2,045
square feet) of floor space. EGGER environmental product declarations (EPDs) are
also being used in the building certification process.
SWISS COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION WITH EGGER WOOD-BASED
MATERIALS
The company Acutronic is counting on wood and EGGER wood-based materials in
the construction of its new branch. In addition to functionality and optimised
ergonomics, full-scale wood sheathing creates a pleasant atmosphere and imbues
the building with a special flair to the outside. The building in modular wood
construction completed at the end of 2009 was constructed in just eight months and
offers 5,200 m² (55,972 square feet) of gross floor space.
BUILDING WITH WOOD
 New reference projects with
constructive wood-based materials
implemented by EGGER
 Griffner Haus builds Juwi
company headquarters and Square
model house with EUROSTRAND
OSB 4 TOP and EGGER DHF
 The first CO2 neutral single-family
detached house, the Sunlighthouse
by Velux, was built with EGGER
EUROSTRAND OSB 4 TOP
 The company Acutronic is building
a new branch in modular wood
construction with EGGER
EUROSTRAND OSB 4 TOP boards
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EGGER MAKES PROGRESS
Tyrolean family-run company delivers growth through its own resources
The EGGER Group with its headquarters in St. Johann, in the Austrian Tyrol is
one of the leading international wood processing companies. Founded in
1961, the family-run company now has 16 European locations with 5,800
employees. Customers from around the world include those from the furniture
industry, the construction industries, home improvement markets and DIY.
The EGGER Group generated consolidated sales of € 1.478 billion in the
2009/10 financial year.
EGGER products are found in many areas of residential and commercial life: in
kitchens, bathrooms, offices, living rooms and bedrooms. EGGER considers itself a
full-range supplier for the furniture industry and interior design, wood construction
and laminate flooring. Following the guiding principle “More from wood”, the
Tyrolean producer offers a comprehensive product range of coreboards made of
wood-based materials (chipboard, OSB boards and MDF boards) under the EGGER
umbrella brand. Most of the base materials are upgraded with the latest decors and
textures. Since the commissioning of the sawmill in Brilon, North Rhine-Westphalia
(DE) in May 2008, sawn timber and planed wood has been added to the EGGER
product range. The capacity for the production of wood-based materials totalled
6.38 million m3 in the past financial year. The annual capacity for fresh, dried and
planed sawn timber is 500,000 m 3.
CONTINUED GROWTH THROUGH INNOVATION
In order to continue strengthening its existing market position, EGGER continuously
works on the further development of its product portfolio. One of the focal points is
the regular development of new, in-vogue decors and textures. EGGER also backsup its claim as a leading wood-based material producer with numerous new
developments such as the EUROLIGHT lightweight board, the sound-absorbent
ProAcoustic board and the environmentally friendly direct print technology for
laminate flooring (DPR).
NATURALLY CO2 NEUTRAL CAN WE REALLY SAY THAT OUR
PRODUCTS ARE CO2 NEUTRAL?!! WE HAVE TO BE CAREFUL WITH
A CLAIM LIKE THAT.
Sustainable forestry and environmentally friendly production are key concerns for
EGGER. All plants are certified according to either the PEFC or the FSC standard.
In its plants, EGGER count on the integrated production of wood-based materials.
This results in optimum utilisation of the raw material wood – from the production of
wood and wood-based materials to its use in company-owned biomass power plants
to produce energy and electricity.
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The environmental awareness of EGGER is also reflected in its products. Since all
EGGER products are made from the renewable resource wood, which is naturally
CO2-neutral the products are therefore particularly environmentally friendly. But
EGGER goes another step further in the development of its products: with its
honeycomb technology, EUROLIGHT which helps reduce the consumption of
valuable raw materials. Unlike floor coverings manufactured using conventional
methods, the production of flooring using DPR® technology does not require
decorative paper. This also saves valuable wood resources and energy.
In terms of sustainability , EGGER is a leader in the wood-based material industry.
EGGER was the first manufacturer of wood-based materials in Europe to develop
internationally valid certificates – EPDs (environmental product declarations) – for all
core products. The environmental product declarations are universally binding and
provide an objective source of information for specifiers and manufactures. They
describe the environmental impact of a product over its entire life cycle, from
production to use to disposal, and are used in the building certification process.
READY FOR THE FUTURE THANKS TO INVESTMENT PROGRAMME
EGGER has always been willing to invest in the modernisation and expansion of its
plants and in new locations. This allows EGGER to meet current customer and
market requirements. EGGER is currently implementing the following investment
projects:
 Takeover of the edging manufacturer ROMA Plastik (TR),
 Planning of a new resin plant and administrative building in Radauti (RO),
 Construction of resin plant in Radauti (RO),
 Construction of recycling plant in Barony (UK).
FACT BOX EGGER GROUP
 Family-run company with 5,800
employees in 16 European plants
 Emphasis on sustainable forestry and
ecological production methods
 Worldwide marketing of
6.38 million m3 of wood-based
materials and 500,000 m3 of sawn
timber.
 Planned additional investments in
equipment and production processes
with a particular focus on sustainability
 Development of innovative products
to drive growth
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