Orb
Orb (Organic Refuse Biocompound) is a 100% natural material made from agricultural waste. It is a highly versatile yet durable circular material that has been successfully used in dry-cladding, interior architecture and furniture design.
Circular Summary
Orb is 100% biodegradable, vegan, sustainable and renewable.
Biohm, its manufacturer, has developed a variety of mechanical and aesthetic properties to meet a broad spectrum of applications. It offers a viable, sustainable alternative to chipboard, MDF, OSB and plasterboard.
Orb is a natural material and does not emit harmful VOCs - such as formaldehyde - that affect indoor air quality and the health and well-being of occupants. As an air-permeable material, Orb allows the passage of gases throughout a building, preventing the build-up of dampness.
Production Process
The material is produced by converting one of the world’s fastest-growing waste streams — food waste — into valuable and functional materials. These are formed into sheets or moulded to create sophisticated wood-like products.
Biohm has achieved this by sourcing waste by-products from the food production or agricultural sectors and processing them into a homogeneous filler. The filler is bound together with a completely organic binder to form an affordable and sustainable replacement for wood-based sheet materials.
Biohm’s binder creates a material that can be cold composted or reused as an input in the same manufacturing process.
Material Properties
Workability
Orb is a highly versatile material that can be formed into standard sheets for the construction sector. It can be used in dry lining without additional training or safety equipment. For interior design applications, Orb can be moulded or compressed into diverse forms. It is easily workable with many forms of tooling.
Easy Processing
Orb is a natural material that does not contain synthetic or toxic binders. It breaks down without intensive processing to be broken down. It can also be reintegrated into the manufacturing process at the end of its life.
Durability
Orb is a natural material that can be regarded similarly to wood or other familiar natural materials. It is moisture resilient, maintaining form, performance and breathability when exposed to moisture within a building.
- Breathable
- Moisture Resilient
- Air Permeable
Circular Features
Raw Materials
- 100% natural material made from agricultural waste
Afterlife Plan
- Recyclable
- Biodegradable
Supplier
Image source: Biohm