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HANDLE MATERIALS
MATERIAL DESCRIPTION PRODUCTS
Polypropylene Polypropylene exhibits good strength, rigidity and hardness. It is suit able for sterilization and can be Swiss Classic
used at temperatures of up to 80 – 100°C.
Thermoplastic TPE combine the easy processing of thermoplastics with the beneficial properties of elastomers. Fibrox,
elastomers They are extremely flexible over a wide range of temperatures, very strong and benefit from good Swiss Classic
impact and notch impact strength, even at low temperatures. TPE materials can be used at
temperatures of up to 80 – 110°C.
Polypropylene, The Fibrox Dual Grip is made up of a polypropylene (PP) interior and a thermoplastic elastomer Dual Grip
Thermoplastic (TPE) exterior. PP offers strength, rigidity and hardness; it is suitable for sterilization and tem-
elastomers peratures of up 80 – 100°C. TPEs are very robust with good general and notch impact strength,
even at low temperatures. They can be used at up to 80 – 110°C.
Walnut Wood* Walnut wood is very durable, robust and strong. This natural product is known for its noble color Swiss Modern Wood
and unique grain, which makes each knife unique.
Polypropylene Polypropylene copolymers have good strength, stiffness and hardness. It can be sterilized and Swiss Modern
Copolymere has a maximum temperature resistance of 80 -110°C. Synthetic
Polyamide Polyamide is extremely strong and combines excellent rigidity with high impact strength. It be- Swibo
nefits from good abrasion resistance and sliding properties, can be sterilized and is suitable for
use at temperatures of up to 80 – 110°C.
Modified Maple Wood* Modified maple wood is stable, hard and guarantees a long service life. It is also resistant to rot, Grand Maître,
fungi and other wood-destroying micro-organisms. It is an easy-care material that does not require Wood
any additional treatment such as oil or other impregnation solutions apart from normal cleaning.
Polyoxymethylene POM features excellent strength, hardness and dimensional stability over a wide range of tem- Grand Maître
peratures. It benefits from good abrasion resistance, can be sterilized and is suitable for use at
temperatures of up to 130°C.
Beechwood* European beech is a hard wood that is ideal for work knives. Most knife blocks are also made of Storage
beech. This wood is FSC-certified (pure).
* All products with wooden handles are not dishwasher safe.
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