This document is a press pack that provides information about FunderMax, including: 1. An overview of the company's history, locations, product range (exterior and interior applications), and sustainability efforts. 2. A timeline of the company's major events from 1890 to present. 3. Short bios of the managing directors and sales director for the UK.

1. Press Pack
2015

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Contents
03 About
04 Company Timeline
05 Locations
06 Our Product Range
06 Exterior
09 Interior
13 The Team
14 Sustainability
15 Latest News
16 Press Releases
24 Adverts
26 New Products
30 Bulletins
32 Contact Information

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About
Founded in 1890 by Karl Funder, FunderMax is an Austrian company which
has developed into one of Europe’s leading producers of derived timber products
and decorative laminates.
With a heritage based on quality and a strong ability to predict future trends
in key markets, FunderMax is able to innovate in order to continually meet
evolving market demands.
The company invests heavily in research and development of technology and
environmental protection, and has an enviable Corporate Social Responsibility
programme in place for its employees, customers and society.
Boasting three production sites in Austria, FunderMax’s worldwide export ratio
reaches 75 per cent.
Completely owned by Constantia Industries, one of Austria’s largest industry groups,
FunderMax’s diverse product portfolio includes FunderMax Exterior compact laminates
- for rainscreen cladding and balconies and FunderMax Interior compact laminates -
for interior applications such as wall protection and cubicles.

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Company
Timeline
1890 Funder founded
1939 Funder factory one opened in St. Vein/Glan
1949 Isovolta founded
1969 Takeover of Austrian Homogen Wood in Neudörfl
2002 Isomax Decorative Laminates AG founded
2005 Funder and Isomax merge to become FunderMax
2006 FunderMax France founded
2007 FunderMax India founded
2012 FunderMax Spain founded
2012 Established in the UK

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Locations
St. Veit/Glan – Headquarters
Neudörfl
India
Wr. Neudorf
France
Spain
UK
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Our
Product
Range
Exterior Applications
All FunderMax products are tested
to exacting BBA standards.

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Max Exterior | m.look
m.look blends the best in style with superior fire performance. A revolutionary facade
product this sleek high pressure laminate offers exceptional protection, with a fire
classification of A2-s1, d0 according to EN 13501-1, along with exacting weather
resistance. FunderMax’s product range has entered a new realm...
FunderMax Exterior | Modulo ME05
With this modern façade fixing system it’s possible to create a façade, as well as
impressive interior wall cladding — with prefabricated standard elements and invisible
mechanical fasteners. The substructure can be either standard wooden or aluminium.
FunderMax Exterior | Scaleo
Perfect for robust and modern facades, prefabricated Max Exterior Scaleo panels
are a contemporary, cost effective solution. Thanks to the ideal combination of a
straightforward mounting system with the time-tested properties of Max Exterior
facade cladding, Max Exterior Scaleo elements are very easy to fit on a wooden
substructure.
(Prefabricated Max Exterior panels as per EN 438-6, type EDF make
robust and modern facades easy to design.)
Max Exterior | F Quality
FunderMax Exterior is a high-quality construction product that is available in large
format panels for building facades and cladding balconies. FunderMax Exterior panels
are duromer high-pressure laminates (HPL) as per EN 438-6, type EDF, which offer
extreme resistance and durability. The weather protective coating consists of double
hardened acrylic polyurethane resins. Panels are produced in laminate presses under
high pressure at high temperature.

8. FunderMax Exterior | Individual Decor
Max Exterior Individual Decor panels have a weather protective coating, and can be
impregnated with all types of designs - individually created by our customers. Designs
are simply uploaded online, and then designed as per the instruction of the customer.
The paper is then applied to the laminate with the addition of an extremely effective
weather protection, using a pressure bonding process.
Max Authentic | F-Quality
Max Compact panels of the decor range Authentic are compact panels intended for
outdoor applications, which are made mainly of core layers. The natural, lively texture
of the core layers is visible and is brought out by pressing in HPL presses.
The panel surface is protected against strong greying via the patented NT surface.
The absence of a special lightfast decor allows such panels to take on a “natural”
appearance as they weather.
Since the individual panels sometimes differ considerably in terms of colour and
texture, the best overall appearance is best achieved by “mixing” the cut pieces when
mounting. Colour variations due to raw materials and production factors make for the
special visual effects of these panels.
Max Universal | F-Quality
FunderMax panels from the Universal collection are suitable for interior and
exterior applications. These are large-format duromer high-pressure laminates (HPL)
as per EN 438-6, type EGF and are produced in laminate presses under high pressure
at high temperature.

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Our
Product
Range
Interior Applications
All FunderMax products are tested
to exacting BBA standards.

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Max Resistance
Max Resistance resists even the most aggressive chemicals in the extreme working
conditions of the laboratory sector. Ideal for all types of laboratories, research centres,
hospitals and the pharmaceutical industry where flawless hygiene and cleanliness of a
highly resistant surface is a prerequisite.
Even in contact with highly concentrated acids such as Nitric or Hydrochloric Acid the
surface colour of Max Resistance does not alter.
Max Resistance 2
Delivering extreme durability and resistance to even the most aggressive chemicals and
daily lab challenges, Max Resistance 2 is ideal for the creation of cost effective, highly
durable laboratories. Purpose designed to meet the demands of tough environments,
this ultimate compact laminate offers absolute dependability and boasts so many
benefits. This innovative product is also fully enclosed and joint free, which means it’s
permanently resistant to moisture.
Max Compact Interior
Max Compact panels are high pressure laminates (HPL) manufactured to standard
EN 4384 type CGS for demanding applications (e.g. office furniture, wall cladding,
wet rooms, etc).
Max Compact Interior Plus
Max Compact IP panels are high pressure laminates (HPL) manufactured to standard
EN 438-4 type CGS for demanding applications with a double hardened, pore-free
surface sealed with urethane acrylate for applications in heavily frequented areas with
higher cleaning or hygiene requirements.

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Max Alucompact
Max Alucompact laminates are compact panels with a multiple-layer aluminium core,
designed to enhance the mechanical properties, providing improved stability for
differing climatic conditions - it also serves as a decorative feature for table edges.
Max Protect
Max Protect is a range of compact laminates with Alpha-protect lay providing virtually
100% protection against electromagnetic radiation. This range is ideal for special
physics/instrumentation laboratories and clean rooms, hospitals and any interior which
is subjected to harsh treatment.
Star Favorit
FunderMax Star Favorit panels are melamine resin coated pressed laminates available
in different qualities of carrier panels and in combination with stable edges ABS or
continuous edging films as well as decorative laminates.
Hardboard
FunderMax Organic Fibre is a fibre panel produced using the wet method according
to standard EN 622-2.
The company’s special manufacturing process almost completely omits the use of
synthetic resins. The raw material used by FunderMax for Organic Fibre panels is
exclusively untreated natural wood from largely regional sawmills whose residues are
processed to form a high quality material. The formaldehyde content is the same as for
natural wood.
Compact Elements
FunderMax Elements are semi-finished and ready-to-install finished parts for furniture
elements made of Compact Laminates, which use the very latest machining centres for
routing, drilling and punching.

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Decorative Laminates
Decorative laminates are duroplastic high pressure laminates (HPL) type HGS to
EN 438-3, which are highly resistant to abrasion, impact and scratching and have
a good heat resistance.
Semi-finished
Max Semi-finished products are generally commercial backing materials bonded with
Max laminate panels. The products are supplied either as finished elements, such as
worktops or windowsills, or as raw materials, such as bonded panels.

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The Team
RENE HABERL
Managing Director, FunderMax
René Haberl, alongside Johann Marchner, is MD of FunderMax. René joined the
company in 2011, to serve on the board of Constantia Industries AG. With extensive
experience in the compact laminate industry, his major focus is on raising the
international profile of FunderMax as compact laminate specialists - with significant
success to date expanding numerous markets (India, China, North America
and France.)
JOHANN MARCHNER
Managing Director, FunderMax
Alongside René Haberl, Johann Marchner is fellow MD on the board of Constantia
Industries AG, having joined the company in 2013. Previously Johann had served as
Head of International Sales since the beginning of 2011. Again, he is highly experienced
within the sector and has many years of experience in the construction and building
supply industry. His extensive knowledge and key contacts have enabled him to forge
the company forward.
PAUL HUGHES
Sales Director, UK
Paul Hughes is the Sales Director for Fundermax UK. As such, he is responsible for
driving the success of Fundermax throughout the UK; focused on raising the profile of
the FunderMax brand in its own right. With a network of distributors throughout Great
Britain many will have come across FunderMax products, but by another name. Paul’s
key remit is to develop awareness, identify specification opportunities and to ultimately
increase sales throughout the UK. To date he has forged strong and profitable
relationships with a multitude of blue-chip clients.

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Sustainability
When it comes to sustainability, FunderMax is a pioneer. For decades, doing business
sustainably has been a key priority for the firm and it is central to all of its activities -
ensuring the company leads the industry far beyond legal requirements.
For over 100 years, FunderMax has used renewable raw materials, not only ensuring
cost effectiveness, but the ecological soundness of its products too. Its raw materials
are mainly sourced from sustainably managed locations, with large investments
made into environmental measures in its operating areas. For example, at two prime
locations, FunderMax runs highly efficient combined green power and district heating
plants, where waste from production processes is re-used to produce energy, achieving
an entirely closed production cycle.
At its St. Veit location, FunderMax provides over 3,500 households and public buildings
with environmentally friendly district heating. And at its Wiener Neudorf plant, all energy
provision has been converted to natural gas. Using biogenic and fossil energy sources
that have the least impact on the climate, FunderMax makes an active contribution to
the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
Working with an integrated, TUV-certified quality environment and workplace safety
management system that complies with international standards, (ISO 9001, ISO
14001 und OHSAS 18001), FunderMax remains committed to continually improving
production methodologies, to reduce environmental impact and avoid workplace
accidents.

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Latest
News
This past year has seen
considerable growth for FunderMax
in the UK. Here are just a couple
of projects that have showcased
our products.
‘We’re really happy with how things are progressing in the UK. The brand profile has
certainly been raised, and we’ve invested carefully in marketing; select event shows,
email campaigns, targeted PR, not to mention a lean but ambitious sales team, this
has all served to get the FunderMax name out there. What’s also really helped is the
introduction of even more innovative products, the new colour range has been hugely
successful, and we’re continually pushing the boundaries with new fixing systems
and finishes. There’s certainly been a rise in the demand for more ‘creative’ solutions
in the UK too, making FunderMax products the perfect alliance.’
Paul Hughes, Sales Director UK

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PR ES S R EL E AS E
Mayflower
Halls
Southampton University
showcases Max Exterior
Universities, colleges, schools...
FunderMax is perfect for the education sector.

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When it comes to sourcing materials for education sector builds, it’s difficult to
find products that offer the freedom of creative expression as well as dependable
durability. Yet with its extreme weather resistance and sleek contemporary appeal,
Max Exterior ticked all the right boxes for the development of Southampton University’s
Mayflower Halls.
Capturing the architect’s vision beautifully, Max Exterior rainscreen panelling was
affixed in varying, complementing shades of grey, across the facade of Mayflower Halls.
Contrasting red window frames and cut out brick detail punctuated the design adding
to its truly impressive overall effect.
Specialist facade contractors LSC Facades looked to FunderMax’s high pressure
laminate to help achieve the architect’s design. Choosing exacting solutions is
something that’s formed part of their ethos since their business began. ‘Established
since 1988, LSC Facades has grown into a company that can offer the complete
external facade solution to suit creative architectural demands through to individual
client and contractor needs.’
Paul Hughes, from FunderMax, gives further insight as to why Max Exterior was
specified. ‘In today’s tough economic climate the education sector is being placed
under immense pressure to source cost effective building solutions that can stand up
to tough challenges, be it our harsh climate, or damage, such as graffiti. But it’s under
these kind of pressures that Max Exterior comes into its own. Highly cost effective,
and extremely durable, these high pressure laminate panels offer the same aesthetic
appeal (if not even moreso) of the many cementitious boards which are on the market
- however, they have a distinctive and unique advantage - they have a higher level of
impact resistance and can be easily cleaned. Something a cementatious board, by its
very nature, is unable to offer. Exceptional performance, excellent quality and great
aesthetics are the cornerstones of Max Exterior.’
Martin Leekblade pre-construction director at LSC Facades believes that ‘the market
is gearing towards cladding and growth of the industry is continuous, as the choice of
architects to design new builds with such facades really reflects the lack of bricklayers
in the industry since the end of the recession.’

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Find out more about Max Exterior,
and contractor LSC Facades here:
FunderMax
https://www.fundermax.at/en.html
FunderMax is one of Europe’s leading producers of derived timber products and
decorative laminates. With a heritage based on quality and a strong ability to predict
future trends, FunderMax innovates in order to continually meet evolving needs.
Boasting three production sites in Austria, FunderMax’s worldwide export ratio
reaches 75 per cent.
Completely owned by Constantia Industries, one of Austria’s largest industry groups,
FunderMax’s diverse product portfolio includes FunderMax Exterior compact laminates
- for rainscreen cladding and balconies, and FunderMax Interior compact laminates -
for interior applications such as wall protection and cubicles.
LSC Facades
www.lscfacades.co.uk
As a specialist facade contractor, LSC offers the design, manufacture, supply and
installation of a wide range of products, including glazing, cladding, flashings and
brackets, render, curtain walling, roof lights and steel frame systems.
Find out more about Mayflower Halls here:
http://ubublog.co.uk/mayflower-halls-opens-its-doors/
http://www.architectureplb.com/projects/homes-and-housing/mayflower-halls-
southampton-2

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PR ES S R EL E AS E
Vita
FunderMax Exterior
brings history to life
Versatile building façade, FunderMax Exterior,
has been specified on prestigious London
housing development, Vita.

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Located in the highly sought after area of Bow, East London, developers,
Hill Partnership, required a façade that could meet the exacting planning requirements
for the ambitious project, while paying homage to the site’s heritage.
Built on the site of an old wallpaper factory, the FunderMax Exterior jasmine
cladding was selected for its ability to capture the history of this unique location
in a contemporary and visually striking way.
Chris Simpson from installer Cladding Design Solutions, comments, “We work with
clients to find inspired solutions to their design specifications, and FunderMax Exterior
helped us to bring the vision for Vita to life. Versatility was crucial on this project and
unquestioningly formed the basis of our decision to use FunderMax Exterior.
“Not only have the bold design and strict planning requirements of the project been
met, the result has beautifully surpassed all visual expectations. With a stunning
jasmine finish and boasting a routed contemporary floral pattern.”
FunderMax Exterior is growing increasingly popular among specifiers, contractors
and architects seeking flexible and cost-effective façade and cladding materials.
Face fixed with colour matched rivets, the mixed private and housing association
residential project has been sympathetically designed to emulate the heritage of the
site. Set in a dynamic and vibrant suburb of East London, Vita is a striking development
of one, two and three-bedroom apartments.
The streamlined finish offered by FunderMax Exterior allows windows to be bordered
perfectly, with no blunt finish to either side.
Paul Hughes, from FunderMax Exterior, adds, “Vita was a challenging yet exciting
project to be involved with, and we’re thrilled with the end result. The versatility of
FunderMax Exterior has resulted in an enviable marriage of modern architectural design
with a strong and unique heritage.”
Concluding, Chris Simpson from Fundermax Exterior installer, Cladding Design
Solutions, says, “We had various criteria to adhere to in order to meet the planner’s
design specification completely. When seeking a suitable rainscreen solution, the
product needed to be high quality and BBA approved, durable and competitively
priced, which is a difficult combination to find.
“However, Fundermax Exterior not only ticked all of these boxes, it also presented us
with a charming visual design which characterised perfectly the essence of the project.”

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PR ES S R EL E AS E
Opinion
Piece
The demand for individual
expression is on the rise
Paul Hughes, from FunderMax, comments on the
rising trend and demand for individual design within
the cladding industry, and subsequent challenges.

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There are numerous challenges that confront facade producers in today’s competitive
construction market. All of which have to be balanced carefully. When it comes to
choosing preferred rainscreen products, design, price point, longevity and sustainability
are all of equal importance as part of the selection process. However, there is now
another prerequisite which cannot be overlooked. The demand for individual expression
and creativity has never been greater.
As brands look to new ways to stand out, at FunderMax we’ve seen a significant
increase in orders of completely unique ‘one off’ high pressure laminate panels. From
bold geometric designs to large format re-created photographs and intricate motifs,
there has definitely been a surge in the desire for individual panels. Subsequently this
has placed pressure on the sector to produce a range that allows such expression.
Creative architectural design made possible
Over the past few years companies have seemed to move away from colour blocking,
and safe grey and beige palettes, to more emotive photographic effects and naturally
inspired facades. There is a real growth in creative architectural design, with imaginative
use of large format panel cladding. Today, versatility, creativity and cost effectiveness
are on the essential tick list when it comes to rainscreen cladding.
Sustainability & creativity. Intrinsically linked.
The importance of sustainable design has been up for debate in recent years, with RIBA
president Angela Brady leading on the subject. One of the key things that has come out
of these discussions is the need for creators to not just develop sustainable solutions,
but ones which are ‘irresistible’ from a design perspective too. A number of the world’s
leading architects were involved in the debate at Ecobuild and the concluding thought
was that there is a distinct lack of innovation within the industry.
We’re moving in the right direction - we’re certainly bucking the trend, but as a sector
we need to do more to meet the demand and exceed expectations. It was by no means
a surprise that sustainability, low carbon building materials and creativity therewith were
also on the agenda at this years Ecobuild, as the industry looks to its fellow creators for
inspiration.
When it comes to sustainability, high pressure laminate continues to excel. As well as
making great environmental sense, it also enhances energy efficiency when used as an
overclad on existing buildings. Created mainly from recycled waste materials - layered
kraft paper which is then compacted - it is exceptionally green.

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Meeting the demand of a future trend
As people become more aware of the sustainable qualities of rainscreen, and its energy
efficiency, the demand continues to grow, as cladding is seen as a versatile, sustainable
and cost effective solution.
Though cost effectiveness is definitely a positive attribute, it can sometimes be viewed
negatively as designers and creators question its quality. This is one of the prime
reasons I am whole heartedly behind the trend for individual expression. There are
seemingly limitless possibilities with today’s contemporary high pressure laminate -
whatever designers have envisaged can be brought to life, and this goes someway to
counteracting that negativity.
The human factor plays a huge role in architecture, so the ability to individualise makes
rainscreen a more favourable and expressive choice. And as the demand for ‘the
unique’ rises it’s essential that the industry rises to meet that demand, at the same time
paying particular attention to sustainability. As Angela Brady asserts ‘sustainability’ and
‘irresistibility’ should go hand in hand.
For further information on FunderMax Exterior
Please contact Paul Hughes on 07852 867472,
or visit http://www.fundermax.at.
For further editorial information, please contact
Sarah Duffy at Red Hen Creative on 07757891419
or by email - sarah@redhencreative.co.uk.

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Adverts
FunderMax BIM Objects

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Adverts
New Colour Range
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New
products
FunderMax continues
to push the boundaries, with
two pioneering new products.
m.look & modulo...

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FunderMax m.look
Great design freedom. Ultimate fire resistance.
Limitless architectural possibilities.
A whole new level of expression... Exceptional quality, the most modern processes
and trend setting decors - these are the hallmarks of each and every one of our
products. And with the demand for creativity and durability from facade solutions ever
higher, FunderMax’s product range has entered a new realm.
m.look is just one example. Blending the best in style with superior fire performance,
this revolutionary facade product offers exceptional protection, with a fire classification
of A2-s1, d0 according to EN 13501-1, along with exacting weather resistance.
Where safety is paramount, in schools, hospitals, airports and train stations...
for buildings that are both monumental and multi-dimensional, m.look offers a whole
new level of creative freedom. Not only can it be applied externally and internally,
it can be used in constructions in excess of 30 metres - taking designs sky high and
transforming cityscapes.
N E W PR O D U CTS

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Applications
m.look can be used on constructions over 30 metres high - offering greater
design freedom.
Decors
There’s an extensive colour palette to choose from, including vintage wood,
natural wood, bold plain shades, modern muted hues and metallics, there are
so many options.
Technical
Where style and safety are key m.look excels - suitable for applications that
must adhere to fire classification A2-s1,d0, according to EN 13501-1.
m.look in exterior applications
1 bracket-mounted, back-ventilated facades
2 infills for curtain walls
3 balcony cladding
4 undersides
5 covering for sandwich-panel walls
6 sliding elements
7 sun protection
8 fencing elements
9 window and door trims
10 exterior cladding for prefabricated buildings
m.look in interior applications
1 wall cladding
2 wall and skirting protection
3 lower ceiling levels
4 dividers for offices and restrooms
5 staircase and handrail infill panels
6 stairwell and emergency exit cladding
Find out more about m.look here:
https://www.fundermax.at/en/exterior/products/detail/mlook.html

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Modulo ME05
An innovative new fixing system,
from FunderMax.
Versatile and cost effective this modern façade fastening system can be used either
to create impressive facades, as well as for interior wall cladding — with prefabricated
standard elements and invisible mechanical fasteners.
The fixing frame can be either standard wood or aluminium.
Modulo 500
Format: 505 x 400 mm (packaging) unit: 5 elements Surface coverage: 495 x 394mm
Modulo 1000
Format: 1000 x 400 mm (packaging) unit: 5 elements Surface coverage: 990 x 394mm
Find out more about Modulo here:
http://www.fundermax.at/en/exterior/systems/modulo-me05.html
N E W PR O D U CTS

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Bulletins
Max Resistance

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Bulletins
Max Compact White Core

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Company
Contact Information
PAUL HUGHES, SALES DIRECTOR, UK
www.fundermax.at
07852 867472
paul.hughes@fundermax.biz
Editorial
Contact Information
SARAH DUFFY, RED HEN CREATIVE
07757891419
sarah@redhencreative.co.uk