Finsa has signed a licensing agreement with Unilin Technologies to integrate the patented Unicoat edge coating into its laminate flooring portfolio, marking a significant step in enhancing water resistance and durability across its product range.
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Unicoat is a cutting-edge, water-repellent edge treatment that offers superior protection, enabling laminate products to surpass NALFA water-resistance standards. Finsa will roll out the technology across all production lines at its Flooring facility, supported by Unicoat machinery partner Schiele and coating supplier PTS, ensuring a seamless and high-quality application.
"We are excited to work with Unilin and to bring the benefits of the Unicoat technology to our customers," said Pablo García. "As water resistance becomes increasingly important for both residential and commercial flooring, this innovation allows us to stay ahead of the curve," added Estibaliz Jurado of the Finsa Flooring team.
Highlighting the significance of the partnership, Floris Koopmans from Unilin Technologies stated: "Finsa's adoption of Unicoat confirms the growing importance of waterproof performance in the laminate category. We're proud to support another leading European manufacturer in delivering laminate flooring that meets the highest technical standards, while remaining the only provider of a reliable, sustainable and PFAS-free waterproof coating."
Finsa's adoption places the company among a growing list of leading European producers integrating Unicoat, strengthening its position as the benchmark waterproof solution for laminate flooring.
With more than 90 years of history, Finsa has become a leading brand in the wood sector, known for sustainability and design. Its Finfloor brand, established over 20 years ago, is now present in more than 30 countries worldwide and is recognised for quality laminate flooring.
Unilin Technologies, renowned for innovations such as the Uniclic, Unidrop and Unipush click systems, holds a portfolio of nearly 4,500 patents across 550 families. As a collaborative hub in the flooring industry, the company continues to advance manufacturing technologies while offering technical services to licensees.
The licensing agreement represents a milestone in combining tradition and innovation, aligning Finsa's commitment to sustainable wood-based solutions with Unilin's reputation for pioneering technologies.
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