Roseburg Medex MDF

Roseburg Medex MDF® represents the highly versatile ideal of Roseburg Sustainable Design Fiberboard (SDF)*. Medex® is a powerful combination of moisture resistance, superior MDF board properties, and a formaldehyde free adhesive system. Roseburg Medex MDF® has a rock solid track record of superior design capabilities and environmental stewardship around the world.

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Product Overview
- No added formaldehyde resin system
- Especially suitable in interior applications where moisture is a concern, Medex does succeed in the 6 cycle accelerated aging test
- Superior physical properties to standard MDF. Truly high performance screwholding and MOR capabilities, among others
- Pre-consumer recycled wood content
- FSC® Mix Credit Certified – available option
- Potential LEED® 2009 credit support: MRc4, 5, 7 & IEQc4.4
- Potential LEED® v4 credit support: Materials & Resources and Indoor
- Environmental Quality
- Meets CARB ATCM 93120 Phase 2 emission limits – CARB NAF Exempt
- Third party certification – SCS, ECC
- CHPS Compliant – California section 01350 approved
- Developed, manufactured with pride, and first offered in 1989 by our plant in
  Medford, OR
- Limitations: Medex is not suitable for structural applications, exterior siding or exterior trim
*Sustainable Design Fiberboard products include a broad range of high quality MDF products manufactured by Roseburg to meet or exceed the most stringent global emission standards. Applications for SDF include cabinetry, furniture, moldings and millwork.
SPECIFICATIONS

Medex® is a sustainable, moisture-resistant, medium density fiberboard (MDF) panel utilizing a formaldehyde-free adhesive system and pre-consumer recycled wood fiber. Medex® is engineered for interior high moisture areas in non-structural applications and is used in place of sanded plywood or solid wood. With the versatility of a superior composite wood panel and the enhancement of indoor air quality, Medex® has been specified in hundreds of commercial, institutional and conservator projects since the 1980’s.
Features & Benefits
- Awarded CARB NAF Exemption due to formaldehyde-free adhesive system
- Significantly exceeds standard MDF physical properties
- Meets physical properties of ANSI A208.2-2009 Grade 155 MR50
- Passes ASTM D1037-96a six-cycle accelerated aging test
- FSC® certified panels available upon request
Roseburg Medex MDF Mill Capabilities
- Roseburg Medex MDF panels available in 4’ and 5’ widths and lengths up to 18’
- Thicknesses ranging from 1/4” – 1-1/4”
- Available in higher densities with a minimum order requirement
- Minimum order may be required for some sizes
Roseburg Medex MDF Handling & Installation
- StoreRoseburg Medex MDF indoors on a flat, level surface with adequate support to prevent sagging
- Refer to Architectural Woodwork Standards (AWS) for fabrication and installation procedures
- For best results, Medex should be conditioned to the environment 48-72 hours prior to installation
Finishing Instructions

Guidelines for commercial signage applications are available on our website or by request from Roseburg.
How to Specify

Industrial Grade Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF), manufactured with a formaldehyde-free adhesive system which meets physical properties of ANSI A208.2-2009 Grade 155 specifications.
Limitations

Medex® is not suitable for structural applications, exterior siding or exterior trim.
RESOURCES

Installation Guides

Medex Finishing Guidelines

Product Literature

MDF Product Sheet

Product Comparison Sheet

Sustainable Reference Materials

LEED 2009 Credit Support Medford MDF

MDF EPD

MDF EPD Roseburg Verification

MDF EPD Transparency Brief

Environmental Certifications

CA Executive Order N-15-001 CARB NAF Exemption – Medford MDF

Environmental Certification – ECC – Medford, OR

Environmental Certification – FSC Chain of Custody Certificate

EPA SmartWay Transport Partner Certificate

SCS No Added Formaldehyde – SDF

SCS Recycled Content – Medite FR and Arreis FR

Technical Data Sheet

Medex Technical Data Sheet-Medford

Other

NAFTA Certificate of Origin MDF

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