Accoya wins US prize

Modified wood brand Accoya has won a research and development prize in a competition run by US-based Architect magazine.

The panel of architect judges were impressed with Accoya manufacturer Accsys Technologies’ multifaceted investigation into wood’s chemistry when developing Accoya and the product’s ability to simulate tropical wood species.

Entries in the annual 2011 R+D Award are judged on their potential or documented innovation in fabrication, assembly, installation and performance, as well as their potential to advance the aesthetic, environmental, social and technological value of architecture.

Accoya is available throughout North America through a network of independent distributors