Extraordinary New Zealand OSB boards

New Zealand pine, also known as radiata pine, originated in California, USA, and was introduced to New Zealand in the 19th century. Thanks to the island nation's favorable climate, this pine grows well and has become one of New Zealand's signature woods, suitable for making furniture and various wooden products.

Why use New Zealand Radiata Pine to make furniture? The characteristics of New Zealand Radiata Pine and its wood.

1. Ecological adaptability of Radiata pine. Radiata pine is vertically distributed at altitudes of 0-330m in its native habitat. The distribution area has a humid climate with an annual precipitation of 380-800mm, an average annual temperature of 16.7-18.3℃, an absolute minimum temperature of -6.7℃, an absolute maximum temperature of 43℃, no snow in any season, and a frost-free period of 300 days.

2. Fast-growing and high-yielding tree species. Through decades of efforts by New Zealand forestry scientists and the adoption of high-tech genetic improvement techniques, radiata pine has become a highly fast-growing and versatile timber species. Under the conditions of intensive forestry management in New Zealand, the average annual growth of radiata pine can reach 18-27 cubic meters per hectare.

3. Characteristics and Uses of Radiata Pine Timber. Radiata pine timber is a high-quality softwood with medium density, uniform structure, average shrinkage, and strong stability. In good condition, logs are free from decay, heart rot, and insect damage; the wood has good nail-holding power, high permeability, and is easily treated with preservatives, drying, curing, and staining.

Current Status of New Zealand's Radiata Pine Plantation Industry

After decades of continuous efforts, New Zealand's forestry industry has undergone tremendous changes, transforming from a country lacking timber to one with a surplus of timber.

Radiata pine has become the dominant timber species, and timber production has reached a stage of sustainable development. Radiata pine forest products such as logs, engineered wood products, pulp, and paper products are continuously entering the international market. New Zealand is one of the world's major timber producers today.

Development of Radiata Pine in Other Countries

Radiata pine has been successfully developed in countries such as Australia, Spain, South Africa, and Chile, especially in Chile, where its development has yielded remarkable results.

Zhige custom color + New Zealand radiata pine = Zhige OSB ecological board

New Zealand Zhige OSB board is made from high-quality New Zealand radiata pine. It undergoes dozens of processes in strict accordance with the production process and uses green and environmentally friendly eco-adhesive. The formaldehyde emission of the finished product is lower than the highest European standard (European E0 standard) and can be compared with natural wood.

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