Superwide is proud to be the first UK stockist and trade partner for SINTREX® by 3A Composites - the new PVC-free alternative to Foamex.
SINTREX® is a lightweight, expanded rigid PET sheet suitable for versatile printing applications.
Based on a new and innovative 3A Composites manufacturing technology (patent pending) for large-format sheet materials, SINTREX® is a printing substrate which combines numerous benefits. It is the result of intensive research and development into innovative, pioneering materials.
SINTREX® sheets are made of PET (polyethylene terephthalate), one of the most versatile and promising plastics, already the material of choice in many applications from food packaging to structural foams. PET is noted for its excellent recyclability and well-established recycling options.
The unique, natural white surfaces of SINTREX® make it the ideal product for use in the printing industry. Processing is quick and easy, and the printability for all conventional printing technologies is first-rate.
The sheets, which feature particularly good weather resistance, are also suitable for outdoor use. As SINTREX® sheets also have outstanding fire properties, they are suitable for a wide range of different applications, especially where special fire regulations are required. Public areas, in particular, often require more stringent preventive fire measures. For example, areas of application for signage and displays include airports, trade shows, shopping centres, public buildings and in shopfitting.
SINTREX® is available in two different thicknesses:
5mm and 10mm, and in widths of up to 2440mm.
Ideal Applications:
Advertising & signage | POS & retail displays | Trade-show cladding | Shopfitting | Partitions | Decorative wall panels | A-boards | Exterior & interior graphics | Stage and event scenery | Emergency signage
As sustainability pressures reshape the display and signage industry, Sintrex offers print professionals a like-for-like replacement that performs identically to Foamex, but meets new environmental standards.
For print professionals who want to stay competitive as clients demand greener materials, SINTREX® is the PVC-free display board that prints, cuts, and installs just like Foamex, just with a smaller environmental footprint and bigger opportunity.
Performance
Prints, cuts, folds, and routes like Foamex. Suitable for UV digital printing, cutting, contour milling, folding, lamination, and thermoforming.
Durability
Designed for short- to long-term exterior use (1–5 years). UV- and weather-resistant, temperature-resistant to -20 °C.
Sustainability
100 % recyclable PET, no PVC content. PET has established recycling streams
Compliance
Meets sustainability standards and tender requirements. PVC materials will be increasingly restricted in 2025+ retail and council projects.
Waste Management
Accepted by recyclers — unlike Foamex.
Profitability
Win more specs, avoid disposal costs. Competitive pricing, lower end-of-life cost.
