Medex

[joe]

Has anyone tired out the new version of MEDEX?

Joe Crumley

[Big-Tex]

Yes Joe
We have done Leed job in millwork not signs. I do not have idea how it hold up outside. How about you bucket of water test, ask vendor for sample or call manufacturer.

[joe]

Thanks for posting Tex,

I'm looking for some experience with their new outdoor product.

Probably need to look at the sign forums.

[garyb]

Joe, what's the new version of Medex?

I looked at sierra pine the manufacturer of Medex but they don't have any new version of Medex listed on their site as yet.

[joe]

Gary,

They are moving green.

www.green-talk.com/.../sierra-pines-medite-ii-and-medex-excellent-eco-friendly-plywood-alternatives

[garyb]

Joe, I don't see any change from the product we have been using for the last couple of years. Currently have a sheet of it as a sub-base on my Shopbot right now.

I read the posted link above but that is from 3 years ago.
not sure if I'm missing something here?
Gary

[woodworx]

There isn't any new blends of Medex. Medex already uses a formaldehyde free binding system. F.S.C. blend is available. Medex is a "Green" material. It will never be as good outside as Extira, but if it is properly sealed with paint/finish it should hold up for a very long time.

[Big-Tex]

All it is green product. That is why we used it for Leed job. Joe I know you like Extira and you are happy with it. Just stick with it if it woks for you.

So called Green products was a purely marketing but there will be more and more due to new millwork manufacturing legislation. I do have my doubts in regards to imported sheet goods coming mainly from Indonesia and China.

Remember toys painted with lead based paint?