Dark Red Meranti (DRM-SELECT) — 25x100x2500mm

Description

Product Overview
Dark Red Meranti (DRM-SELECT) — 25x100x2500mm is a precision-cut hardwood board produced from premium Shorea spp. (meranti) timber, graded and machined to consistent industrial dimensions for structural, joinery, and interior finishing applications. Its primary industrial use is in large-scale furniture manufacturing, architectural millwork, door and window fabrication, and high-value joinery where dimensional stability, aesthetic uniformity, and predictable machining behavior are required. The key value proposition is a combination of consistent dimensional tolerances, attractive deep red hue, and reliable mechanical performance that reduces finishing time and waste. Strategically, DRM-SELECT addresses supply-chain risk for manufacturers by providing a standardized, readily available panel size that simplifies inventory management and accelerates production throughput.

Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Species and material: Dark Red Meranti (Shorea spp.) hardwood

• Grade: DRM-SELECT — kiln-dried, select-grade boards with minimal defects

• Dimensions (nominal): 25 x 100 x 2500 mm; machined to industrial tolerances +/- 0.5 mm

• Moisture content: Kiln-dried to 8–12% (target 10% typical) for stability in controlled manufacturing environments

• Physical appearance: Deep red to reddish-brown heartwood, fine to medium texture, straight to interlocked grain

• Density (air-dried): Approximately 560–640 kg/m³ (species-dependent)

• Mechanical characteristics: Good bending strength and stiffness for structural joinery; reliable screw and nail holding capacity; predictable gluing and veneering performance

• Workability: Machines cleanly with standard woodworking cutters; sands and finishes to high-quality surface; responds well to adhesives and common coatings

• Packaging: Bundled on pallets, edge-protected with steel bands and waterproof wrapping; palletized quantity optimized for safe transport and rapid handling

• Shelf life: Stable when stored in dry, ventilated warehouse; recommend indoor storage at 40–60% relative humidity to maintain target moisture content

• Compliance: Sourced and supplied with chain-of-custody documentation on request (species verification, export permits where applicable)

Core Industrial Applications

• Furniture Manufacturing: Ideal for mass-produced and bespoke furniture components (legs, frames, panels) where consistent dimensions reduce machining setup time and improve yield.

• Architectural Millwork & Joinery: Suited to doors, window frames, skirtings, and stair components requiring attractive grain and dimensional reliability.

• Interior Fit-Outs & Veneering: Provides a uniform substrate for veneer application and high-quality finishing in commercial interiors and yachts.

• Component Production: Used for CNC-produced parts and laminates where tight tolerances and predictable machining behavior lower scrap rates.
  Why it outperforms alternatives

• Consistent dimensional tolerances reduce downstream rework and machine downtime versus mixed-grade imports.

• Aesthetic uniformity (color and grain) minimizes sorting time and improves batch consistency for visible surfaces.

• Balanced strength-to-weight ratio offers cost-efficient structural performance compared with heavier tropical hardwoods.

• Superior workability versus some dense hardwoods reduces tool wear and finishing cycle-times.

Competitive Advantages

• Quality consistency: Select-grade sorting and controlled kiln-drying deliver repeatable mechanical and finishing performance batch-to-batch.

• Supply reliability: Planned bulk procurement and contractual supply lines support steady deliveries for production schedules.

• Logistics capability: Palletized packaging and container-ready loading protocols minimize handling damage and customs delays; suitable for standard FCL/LCL shipments.

• Price competitiveness: Competitive pricing available for bulk orders (MOQ 20 MT) with tiered discounts for repeat contracts and long-term agreements.

• Sustainability: Sourcing practices include traceability documentation; supplier can provide chain-of-custody paperwork and compliance support for regulated markets.

• Technical support: Product data sheets, machining and finishing recommendations, and QC certificates available to support specification and integration into production processes.

Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum order quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT

• Typical palletization: Configured to maximize container efficiency and protect edges during transit

• Loading capacity (MT per container):

  • 20-foot container (FCL): up to ~18–20 MT depending on pallet configuration and local packing standards

  • 40-foot container (FCL): up to ~26–28 MT depending on pallet configuration and local packing standards

• Lead time: Subject to confirmation at time of order; capacity reservations and long-term contracts recommended to secure delivery windows.

• Incoterms & logistics: Flexible Incoterms offered (FOB, CIF, DDP options available); full export documentation provided on request.