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Summary: Benchwick, a subsidiary of Northann Corp, is an American company providing high quality and sustainable interior finishing products through additive manufacturing.

Benchwick, a subsidiary of Northann Corp, has taken over the home improvement market with its innovative and sustainable products. Northann Corp and Benchwick were founded in 2013 by Lin Li, an entrepreneur focused on producing eco-friendly 3D printed building materials. Since its inception, the company has created several subsidiaries besides Benchwick. The company has proprietary building solutions, construction products, distribution centers, and more. 

With over 40 international patents, Northann Corp has solidified its process of producing sustainably-based products for interior finishing. Benchwick specifically serves this market by producing flooring, and now walls and decorative panels, with a variety of designs to suit customers’ homes and budget.

By building a manufacturing process that is much more automated and efficient than competitors, Benchwick requires less labor and inventory costs, actively reducing waste, energy use. This is mainly because the company uses additive manufacturing, or 3D printing technology, to make on-demand, fully customizable home improvement goods. The global demand for 3D printed products has been on the rise and is predicted to reach over $76 billion in value by 2030.

Blue11™ is revolutionizing the flooring and wall panel industry by leveraging Benchwick’s proprietary 3D printing technologies to address the ocean plastic pollution crisis. Not a single square mile of the world’s oceans is free from plastic waste; with Blue11, Benchwick tackles this challenge head-on, repurposing post-consumer material into a durable 3D printed core made from 80% reclaimed ocean-bound plastic.

Through collaboration with experienced ocean plastic reclamation organizations and expert initiatives, Benchwick ensures that Blue11™’s raw materials are ethically sourced and effectively recovered, cleaned, and processed for reuse directly from our oceans and waterways. Blue11™’s commitment to sustainability is further reinforced by its 100% recyclable packaging and a manufacturing process free of single-use plastics. 

Benchwick’s 3D printing method employs recycled plastic granules that are melted and meticulously layered, ensuring further waste minimization. The end-result is a lightweight plastic core, boasting an unparalleled density of 980 kg/m^3, for fast, cost-effective installation. Every Blue11™ product meets rigorous benchmarks for indoor air quality and is free from formaldehyde, benzene, PVC, and harmful VOCs, in alignment with FloorScore® standards.

What truly sets Blue11™ apart is its integration with Benchwick’s groundbreaking 3D Printing Ecosystem. This closed-loop system employs several advanced technologies which work together to enhance sustainability, production efficiency, and consumer value.

With Envision™, AI generates unique customizable, wood and tile designs, drawing inspiration from natural landscapes. TruBevel™ Technology brings realistic grout designs and rustic edges to the flooring with precision. Meanwhile, DSE™ (Digital Synchronized Effect) replicates authentic textures, via multi-layered 3D embossing then utilizes Infinite Glass™ UV protection technology to preserve product color and longevity. Finally, the products receive ArmorDual™ coatings, which are anti-microbial. This ensures the material is resistant to mold, mildew, and staining. MattMaster™ Electron Beam Technology is then used to instantly cure into a protective coating, ensuring a durable, low-gloss finish.

By bringing these technologies together with the goal of reprocessing ocean plastic waste, Blue11™ stands as a unique accomplishment of modern environmental stewardship. From resource preservation and digital inventory management, to state-of-the-art design and durability features, Blue11™ sets a new standard for consumer choice in sustainable, efficient, and customizable floor and paneling solutions. Northann Corp was an honoree for this breakthrough in sustainable technology and its 3D printing ecosystem at the Greenstep 2023 International Awards.

Benchwick has plans to substantially increase its environmental and sustainability commitments in the near future. Northann Corp believes this will be possible as it’s completing an IPO into the New York Stock Exchange and reshoring its manufacturing back to the United States to serve its North American customers.

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