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Jul- 2023 -1 July
Norbord to West Fraser – official name change announced
The official name change, from Norbord Europe Limited to West Fraser Europe Limited, has been announced (3 July 2023). The European engineered panel specialist has been known as West Fraser for the past three years; and contact and registered office…
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May- 2023 -31 MayPress Releases
Robust SterlingOSB Zero PrimedPlus ideal for screening and walkways
SterlingOSB Zero PrimedPlus from timber panel specialist West Fraser, is a sturdy board which is ideal for the construction of screening and walkways, either for privacy or to fulfil health & safety requirements; it’s able to withstand the inclement British…
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23 MayPress Releases
SterlingOSB Zero’s shear strength leads to selection for WikiHouse switch
A programme of testing being carried out by one of the country’s leading research universities is expected to verify the team’s early findings around the WikiHouse offsite building system – indicating that West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero panels offer superior performance…
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23 MayPress Releases
Graphics grade surface makes SterlingOSB Zero PrimedPlus perfect for exhibitions and hospitality
Demonstrating superior aesthetic qualities while containing no added formaldehyde, SterlingOSB Zero PrimedPlus has been introduced to the range from panel specialist, West Fraser, for use on exhibition stands, around trade shows, at hospitality events and for promotion work elsewhere. Crucially…
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23 MayPress Releases
West Fraser provides vital support for Cowie community groups
Wood panel manufacturer, West Fraser (trading as Norbord), has donated much-needed funds to two local community groups; the Cowie Rural Action Group (CRAG) and the Cowie United Football Club’s girls’ team, The donation of £2,500 was provided to CRAG, a…
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23 MayPress Releases
SterlingOSB Zero strikes the right pitch for Essex joinery specialist
A firm of joinery specialists operating across London and the Home Counties, which undertakes the most challenging joinery and timber frame constructions, has been making extensive use of West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero boards including for a development of stick-built homes…
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Mar- 2023 -30 MarchPress Releases
CaberDek helps keep Berkshire self-builder on budget and programme
Having nurtured a desire to construct his own dream home for the past 20 years, self-builder and project manager, Harjit Padda, is now nearing the stage of achieving a fully weatherproof envelope. Harjit took the prudent step of installing West…
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30 MarchPress Releases
Why do architects love SterlingOSB Zero?
Rob Annable, Director of Axis Design Architects talks to West Fraser about his use of SterlingOSB Zero.Rob was the co-creator, alongside Justin Pickard, of the commended entry in the West Fraser SterlingOSB Zero/RIBAJ competition: The Retreat. While the competition afforded Rob and…
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15 MarchPress Releases
SterlingOSB Zero for industrial chic in compact Paris loft apartment
As one of the most popular as well as romantic cities in the world, Paris boasts premium properties where consultants and clients strive to optimise the space available. An inspiring example is the “Under the Roof” project where a tired…
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15 MarchPress Releases
Versatile SterlingOSB Zero featured in multi-functional furniture
SterlingOSB Zero from West Fraser is a well-loved material for architects and designers who are looking to incorporate an industrial vibe to work and leisure spaces. After transforming Bloc Projects’ Sheffield art gallery to incorporate artist, administrative and shop/reception space,…
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