Fortina Flexible. Adaptable. Convertible.
Fortina
Fortina by B+N Industries blends the beauty of wood with the durability of aluminum for any of your architectural needs. Our state-of-the-art profile lamination process produces aluminum cladding extrusions wrapped in a non-PVC film that convincingly and consistently mimics the true tone of wood. The aluminum wood look is available in over 50 sizes and 100 finishes, Fortina is lightweight, easily customizable, durable, effortless to maintain, and, most importantly, beautiful.
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Benefits
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Looks and feels like real wood -
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Class A Fire Rated
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Thoughts Behind the Design
A History of Innovation
Fortina can trace its lineage back to an innovation the Japanese printing company Toppan made in the 1970s. Although the company got its start in the early 20th century printing paper money, by the mid-century they had expanded to interior design elements.
Nature Reimagined
The company figured out how to reproduce the look of authentic wood grain on printed materials by buying pieces of timber, slicing them open, and photographing the exposed grain with a process camera. They then would print the images on to adhesive films for near limitless applications. This process improves on natural wood by removing troublesome knots. It is even possible to magnify or rotate the grain.
Proprietary Solutions
Toppan wrapped its film finishes around proprietary aluminum battens and slats to create Fortina. The result is a real wood substitute that is consistently beautiful and budget friendly. Fortina dramatically enhances environments with the look and feel of real wood without the complications of wood’s heavy weight, expensive specifications, wasteful extraction, and difficult installation and maintenance.
Large Collection of Finishes
Fortina battens and slats come in over 100 wood-like finishes that look and feel like the real thing. This effect is due to the extremely durable, non-PVC film that wraps Fortina’s aluminum extrusions. What’s more, some of the finishes mimic wood species that are rare to find in the built environment.
Profiles for Every Application
With over 50 profiles to choose from—including round, rectangle, or square shapes in sizes from 15 to 300mm—designers can infuse their projects with dynamism and rhythm. Partitions, sunshades, privacy screens, and even artful installations are all easily realized with Fortina.
Better than Real Wood
Fortina excels beyond the constraints of real wood, maintaining its color and texture for years without succumbing to the effects of sunlight or extreme climates. Certain profiles, including the robust 50mm x 50mm, are High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) certified, ensuring compliance with stringent wind and impact resistance standards. This makes Fortina a reliable choice even in areas prone to extreme weather events. This robust quality makes it ideal for both interior and exterior applications, outshining traditional wood soffit and siding.
Integrated Lighting
Enhance your spaces with Fortina’s authentic wood-like finishes, now available with integrated, energy-efficient LED lighting. This feature not only enriches the visual appeal of our aluminum cladding but also serves as a functional element for creating ambient lighting.
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