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Cork
Cork is a completely natural raw material, with unique properties which give it an unrivalled character.
Cork Inside
When cork isn't completely visible, this seal guarantees that the product contains cork in the optimal amount, giving the required performance.

What is Cork
The unique natural qualities of cork make it a most effective material for the control of sound transmission in hard surface flooring applications.

What is Cork
100% natural, reusable and recyclable, cork is, whether from the environmental, social or economic perspectives, one of the world’s most versatile materials.

What is Cork
100% natural, reusable and recyclable, cork is, whether from the environmental, social or economic perspectives, one of the world’s most versatile materials.


Cork Oak Forest
From all the cork oak forests, approximately 340 000 tonnes of cork are harvested each year.

Cork in acoustic wall coverings
Cork backing is used in wall covering panels to increase soundproofing.

Cork is art at the Venice Biennale
Cork once again inspired and was chosen by artists attending the Biennale.

Cork House: a sustainable and awarded project
Cork House is an innovative project that uses cork as its main building material.

Cork at Nova SBE
Cork coats the walls of the Américo Amorim auditorium at the recently-inaugurated campus of the Nova School of Business & Economics.

Cork pieces by Gisela Simas
The Brazilian designer chose cork to create two new pieces of furniture, a coffee table and a lamp.

Sustainable construction: the role of cork
Cork is one of the main materials that have been gaining prominence in the area of sustainable and eco-efficient construction.

Tate Modern embraces cork
Visitors to the "Hyundai Commission: SUPERFLEX: One Two Three Swing!" are now able to walk along a colossal cork installation.

Misconceptions About Cork
Cork is a completely natural raw material, with unique properties which give it an unrivalled character.

The finest music … to the sound of cork
The initiative is the brainchild of Portuguese company, Audolici, which has launched Cork turntable mats.

Insulation with cork in the Zeitz Museum
Acousticork cork underlay and agglomerated cork and rubber underscreeds are the materials responsible for the excellent insulation characteristics of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa in Cape Town.

Creative ideas for decorating with cork
Cork provides colour, texture and a natural and organic look to your surroundings. Find out how to use it for decorating your home or office.
Cork for a greener and more sustainable home
If you are looking for eco-friendly and sustainable construction materials, cork can be the solution.

Cork 3D Molding - Unleashing Creativity
Amorim Cork Composites develops a new composite for 3D molding technology.
Cork in comfort and fashion of footwear
As light as it is resistant. As natural as it is sophisticated. As traditional as it is timeless. Cork always makes for a perfect fit!

What is the world cork production?
The world cork production is 340 000 tons per year, 55% of which is from Portugal.

How do cork oaks grow?
The cork oak may be sown, planted or propagate spontaneously, which is often the case in cork oak forests, thanks to the acorns that fall on the ground.

Cork: Different features for different applications
All products by Amorim Cork Composites rely on a sustainability model that has been perfected throughout the company’s history.

Cork floating islands treat wastewater
Amorim Cork Composites is a partner in the development of an ecological solution to ensure the healthy balance of surface waters.

Cork mindset
Cork, as part of the world’s forests, helps maximize carbon sequestration and consequently counters global warming and climate changes. Cork is the bark of Quercus Suber L. and is renewed every nine years. Amorim Cork Composites is also using sub-products from cork stoppers production as raw material. This value-chain…

Studio Corkinho: Suspending time with cork
Still Room is a multi-purpose space inside Noorderpershuis, a 19th century piece of colossal brick architecture, in Antwerp, that uses cork in order to enhance the stillness of the place

Preservation of the cork oak forest
It makes the cork viable in a unique manner, and as a result, the preservation of the cork oak forest, a unique example of green economy, which is based on a balance between economic, social, and environmental issues. The constant concern to adopt and reinforce sustainable development practices makes Corticeira Amorim…

Campana brothers create furniture made of cork
Collection includes an armchair and three cabinets made using various types of cork.

WHY CORK?
Cork is a 100% natural material that has a honeycomb-like structure of microscopic cells filled with an air-like gas and coated mainly with suberin and lignin. One cubic centimeter of cork contains about 40 million cells. It has a closed-cell structure, making it lightweight, airtight and watertight. Cork is an amazing…

New patent: Printing heating circuit systems in cork
Amorim Cork Composites is a member of the consortium responsible for the patent of a totally innovative system, that makes it possible to print reliable and functional heating circuit systems in cork.

Why choose cork for your home?
Cork is environmentally friendly and a highly versatile material when used for interior decoration. But that’s not all. Read this article to find out seven good reasons why you should have it with you every day.

Choose cork for a simple and contemporary decor
Naturally sourced materials such as cork, are an excellent choice to create comfortable and relaxed environments that make us feel at home. Try using it on walls or as a small detail and let it surprise you.

Why Cork?
“The idea is to produce cork-based shoes because we believe in the properties of cork such as its lightweight and sustainability, but we also really appreciate that the material comes from Europe and not from somewhere else requiring long-distance transportation. Cork is also a nice material to work with; it's easy to…

Why cork?
As curator of The Bridge Collection, my goal was to connect the museum and the collection in an engaging and accessible way and, on a broader spectrum, to connect the physical exhibition with the narrative and the history of the collection. In this sense, I tried to bring together art and ecology. Cork offers both, bei…

Amorim Cork Composites creates innovation centre
i.cork factory is Amorim Cork Composites’ new innovation centre, entirely dedicated to research and development that valorises the use of cork, determining precisely the right amount of cork that, in conjunction with other materials, can bring value to different business sectors.

Cork: sustainability and technical performance in expansion joints
Amorim Cork Composites' cork-based solutions for expansion joints in concrete structures, combine performance, low maintenance and sustainability, and also complies with the construction industry’s stringent quality standards.

Cork is the central element in the installation by the Danish collective SUPERFLEX
London, Copenhagen and Bonn are the three venues of this installation, for which a new cork composite has been developed.

Cork-based underlays: the balance between performance and comfort
nstalling an underlay plays a critical role in improving the comfort and efficiency of buildings. Cork-based products are an excellent option for underlays.

Cork Inside: a seal that guarantees sustainability and performance
When cork is not visible in a Go4cork product, this seal guarantees that it is present in the right quantity to offer the best results.

Cork integrated within programme for reusable space vehicles
RETALT - Retro Propulsion Assisted Landing Technologies - a project that includes Amorim Cork Composites.

Cork Thermal Protection Heat Shield for Mars Spacecraft
Cork is being used by Aerospace contractors working on the future spacecraft that are expected to take humans to Mars and deep space in the coming decades.

Cork under the spotlight of Stockholm Furniture Fair
The material library was the main stage for cork´s presentation, where designers and architects had the opportunity to be introduced to the science of nature.

Cork becomes art in the Palais de Tokyo
The iconic Palais de Tokyo in Paris was the stage for an artistic intervention where cork emerges as the decisive element in the performative language.

Cork presented in New York at 5th Avenue
The window of the renowned fashion brand Saks Fifth Avenue presents the Lisbon Collection which has cork as the main material.

TAP Premium Lounge, incorporating cork-based solutions, is distinguished in the A'Design Awards
The space incorporates various cork-based solutions - in particular wall coverings supplied by Amorim Cork Composites.

Cork rolls
Rolls of agglomerated cork, available in various thicknesses and sizes, with or without adhesive. In addition to application on walls, these can be used as an anti-slip lining on the inside of drawers or for carrying out crafts/handiwork.

Other applications of cork
As a result of technological advances and strong investment in R&D+I, the applications of cork are increasingly surprising, from its use in construction and architecture, in design, in the manufacture of clothing, jewelry and footwear, in furniture, decoration, health and cosmetics, in energy production, pollution…

Cork house in the Gulbenkian Foundation during a 20-day concert
The artist Ricardo Jacinto has created a temporary cork residence, which will be inhabited by the pianist Marino Formenti, who will sit at the piano, play, sleep, eat and live.

Cork: 100% natural
Although artificial infills are considered environmentally-friendly, cork is a more sustainable option. Cork is a 100% recyclable material, where nearly all industry waste produced is reusable. This helps to minimize greenhouse gases and reduce the carbon footprint. Choosing a cork infill means choosing a solution that…

Cork used inside Mazda’s new 100% electric car
Cork was chosen for the interior lining of the car because it is a sustainable and biodegradable raw material

Cork reducing weight in river cruise ships
A primary cork decking used in a 6* river cruising ship built by MV WERTFEN for the Genting Group. The result? Better navigation performance and a significant reduction in the installation time.

Cork lamps to illuminate La Biennale di Venezia
Presented for the first time in Venice Design, held in the context of La Biennale di Venezia 2017, the Curcubita lamps enabled the designer to discover new ways to work with cork, resulting in a creative lighting game.

New cork objects designed by Gisela Simas
Congonhas lamp and Dora coffee table mark the beginning of a partnership between the studio Original Practical Design Limited (OPD) and Corticeira Amorim, which supported the designer in development of these new cork-based items.

U.Porto and Amorim Cork Composites have brought 40 researchers together to reinvent cork
The initiative got the company and researchers to work side by side, making clear both parties' willingness to collaborate on projects that promote cork as a raw material.

Portuguese cork in the spotlight in one of the world's leading design exhibitions
In the scope of a partnership with Vitra Design Museum, Amorim Cork Composites has produced 3,200 agglomerated cork pieces for the exhibition, Home Stories: 100 Years, 20 Visionary Interiors.

Cork as a damping material
Due to its closed, cellular structure, filled with air, cork has a higher loss factor than rubber, which is essential for damping and consequent energy dissipation. Our specific polymer formulations and the addition of cork, with its unique compressibility and recovery features, enhance the material’s high loss factor.…

The ultimate innovation in cork transformation
Natural Textile fibers TechnologyThe fusion of polymeric layer over agglomerated cork. Adaptable and FlexibleProvides the sophisticated look and luxurious feel of soft leather or nubuck suede with the unique features of cork. Use of lamination/gluing technologyEnables it to be applied to highly flexible and durable mat…

Cork composites for high performance
While cork has a higher loss factor than rubber – which is essential to the dampening function and consequent dissipation of energy – anti-vibration rubbers are isolative and offer very little damping. The combination of these two materials as a cork rubber composite brings added characteristics as a vibration isolatio…

The Cork Inside seal guarantees that a product contains, in its cork formulation, a 100% natural and recyclable material with unique technic…
Cork Inside formulations combine cork with other materials and are developed and rigorously tested by Amorim Cork Composites' innovation and engineering teams. Cork Inside responds to stringent requirements and guarantees the performance required for its application.

Cork: a universe of possibilities one step away from the consumer
How cork became a favoured decoration element in furniture, upholstery, wall coverings, cushions and curtains.

Amorim Cork Composites Infills awarded RAL quality certificate
Cork Infills meet requirements of standards RAL-GZ 944 and DIN-EN 15330-1

Elasticity thanks to cork cellular structure
Cork is made of millions of airtight cells, divided by a gaseous mixture that allows it to be compressed to half of its thickness without losing any flexibility, and to be decompressed in order to return to its original shape.This characteristic lends cork high elasticity and compression resistance that is advantageous…

Claus Porto’s first store outside Portugal is in New York - and it’s made from cork
1,500 diamond-shaped cork pieces create a fascinating 13-metre long arch

Work at Amorim Cork Composites
Achieving the impossible is what drives our company. Every day we’re confronted with challenges that we respond to in a unique and distinctive manner. We have a team of 600 employees, distributed across several regions of the world , which means that multiculturalism is a fundamental pillar of our Human Resources strat…

Marco Sousa Santos: Cork should be used for its mechanical characteristics
Portuguese designer Marco Sousa Santos is one of the most respected figures in national design. With a contemporary look, often focused on daily life, it is in the elementary nature of materials and objects that he often finds inspiration. Cork is no exception.

Cork with you, every day.
We bring cork to your life. We’re with you every day, whether you’re looking for a solution for a quieter and more comfortable environment, whether it is a construction work or looking for a natural and unique element to complete your home or workspace design.

Amorim Cork Composites receives an Honorable Mention from the Kaizen Institute
Amorim Cork Composites launched a Kaizen project in order to increase its industrial contribution margin. The initiative has already delivered positive results and the company recently received an Honourable Mention in the Kaizen Lean Awards, in the category, 'Excellence in Productivity'.

Cork oak forests are natural CO2 retainers, the major cause of global warming
It is estimated that every year cork oak forests retain up to 14 million tons of CO2, a sizeable contribution for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, the main cause of climate change.

Cork inlay, where comfort meets beauty
The NRT technology allows the flooring manufacture to take advance of the exclusive properties of cork as part of a unique engineered multilayer structure.A natural material with incomparable insulation, and shock absorption features, cork provides superior comfort, noise reduction, thermal insulation and resistance. A…

Does cork infill limit granulate agglomeration?
When subject to higher temperatures or increased pressure, non-organic infills, particularly EPDM, tend to soften or agglomerate, creating granules. These agglomerates are hazardous for players and increase the likelihood of injuries. Furthermore, if the performance infill is agglomerated, it loses optimal performance…

Reinventing how cork engages the world of flooring.
At Amorim Cork Composites, we use cork as the basic raw material and as the differentiating factor in the production of both composites and materials to be used in the production of each of the several layers that make up a flooring system (top layer, inlay, core layer and pre-attached underlayment), and of accessories…

Build with cork: a product with very low embodied energy
The energy that is consumed during the extraction, production and transport of construction materials is called "embodied energy" and is a key factor that is increasingly taken into account when selecting materials for use in construction. Ideally, to achieve more sustainable construction, one aspect to consider is th…

Amorim Cork Composites
We strive daily to reinvent the world: we recycle, reuse and reinvent entirely natural and organic materials. And thus do we invent a new world.


Cork-rubber Solutions
Recycled and sustainable accessories for flooring systems.

Cork on mission to Mars
Project cTPS – Crushable TPS - and Innovative Earth re-entry capsule forms part of the European Space Agency’s Mars exploration programme.


Cork Pure
Cork Pure

Cork memoboards
Cork memoboards

Amorim Cork Composites’ employees take part in the planting of 2000 cork oaks
The reforestation was carried out under the "Common Forest" project of Quercus, which has been ensuring the planting of thousands of native trees, since 2011.

McNamara’s cork Surf board
To develop Corecork surfboards, specifically designed to meet the unique characteristics of big waves and to fulfil McNamara’s needs.

Cork, a sustainable realm of visuals and performance
Amorim has been encouraging designers to envision and explore another world.

7 Reasons for using a cork underlayment
If you are currently looking to decide on which laminate flooring to use in the remodelling of your home choose, an underlayment that will guarantee maximum comfort and durability.

7 Reasons for using a cork underlayment
If you are currently looking to decide on which laminate flooring to use in the remodelling of your home choose, an underlayment that will guarantee maximum comfort and durability.

Cork grows in orthopaedic and comfort footwear
From the cork oak tree creating comfort in the footwear industry.

"I think that cork is extraordinary!"
In this interview, the architect João Luís Carrilho da Graça talks about his emblematic work - the Lisbon Cruise Terminal - which uses an innovative solution that endows it with greater structural lightness: concrete mixed with cork.

Cork applied in artificial turf systems
Cork infill applied in the soccer field of the Tangstedt Sports Club's soccer field in Germany.

MULTIPURPOSE ADHESIVE CORK ROLL
Multipurpose Adhesive Cork Roll

A new perspective on cork
By your side, while working, relaxing or enjoying a meal with family and friends. Light and unpretentious, the items in the MATERIA collection fit perfectly into your daily routine.

Cork, more than appearances
ACM49 and ACM94 are elegant alternatives for a variety of decking surfaces ranging from professional and recreational marine vessels, pool decks, pontoons, to wellness centers.

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Campana Brothers present their first collection of cork furniture
Sobreiro is the new collection from the Brazilian designers, developed in partnership with Corticeira Amorim, Época and the European Capital of Furniture.

Innovative cork project improves air quality in buildings
Safety, energy efficiency, natural materials, and more sustainable products.

Cork presented in new installation of MAAT in Lisbon
A sensorial experience at APQHome – MAAT, by Ana Pérez-Quiroga.

"Cork slows heat transmission through the fairing and keeps the carbon structure below a critical temperature"
Cork was the material highlighted in the June 8 edition of the German journal VDI nachrichten.

Cork Inside seal
As such it is a Cork Inside product. Recently created, the Cork Inside seal is applied in Amorim Cork Composites’ products in which cork is mixed with other materials to enhance its characteristics, although not immediately visible. In these cases, the presence of the Cork Inside seal guarantees to consumers that cork…

8 Reasons for using cork underlays when renovating your home
If you are currently looking to decide on which laminate flooring to use in the remodelling of your home choose, an underlays that will guarantee maximum comfort and durability.

Mega cork installation in the inauguration of the Natural History Museum in Tel Aviv
"Blocks" is the name of the mega installation by the designer Rona Meyuchas-Koblenz.

Cork poufs invite you to take a break at the Skissernas Museum
There are three and they draw the attention of those who pass by one of the areas of the Skissernas Museum, in Sweden.

Snowboard with Amorim cork wins ISPO BRANDNEW 2017 prize
Snowboard with Next Core© technology developed by the Swiss company "Anticonf" which integrates Amorim cork, has just won one of the most renowned awards within the sporting goods industry, the ISPO BRAND NEW 2017.

Recycled cork and new products
The cork oak forest helps preserve biodiversity and guarantees the survival of many native species, some of which are endangered. It is also equally important as a carbon sink, and ensures regulation of the water cycle and water retention, and helps prevent desertification and depopulation of rural areas. Recycling, in…

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Your work is all about cork? Why cork?
Cédric: It's about cork, but not as you know it. Working with the perception of how people look at cork to create a renewed awareness of its richness. Cork is a unique material, but it's mainly used in similar applications - for interior or decorative use. We want to ennoble it, give it an artful touch, by taking advan…

About Amorim Cork Composites
Amorim Cork Composites is a world-renowned company with a long legacy of achievements in aerospace, transportation, construction and sustainable green products using cork. At our Innovation and R&D centre, we are always searching for new and high performance solutions.
Cork for a naturally-inspired environment
If you have doubts about which material to choose for your office, choose cork. In addition to being functional and visually appealing, cork accessories also have the advantage of introducing an element of natural origin to your office, creating a mild and quiet environment that invites you to work. In this article, fi…

What is the perspective of the North American flooring industry on cork?
The North American market sees cork as a value-added product and as a sustainable product. But it is not yet a mainstream product. Most of the cork used in the US is for industrial applications. That will change as the demands of the market change. Of course, we [the US] are the world’s biggest users of cork wine stopp…

About Amorim Cork Composites
Amorim Cork Composites is a world-renowned company with a long legacy of achievements in aerospace, transportation, construction and sustainable green products using cork. At our Innovation and R&D centre, we are always searching for new and high performance solutions.Targeted towards the LVT flooring industry’s ne…

Stability through cork
NRT 3D is part of NRT Core Layers range and is a waterproof material. It can be very flexible with an excellent performance in terms of thermal dimensional stability. With this type of product matrix, we could find the perfect balance between technical market high requirements and the final customer’s value perception.…

Walking comfort, freedom of design, silent and warm thanks to cork
The flooring industry demands freedom of design, silent and warm. With NRT Inside, these requirements will be met. The air pockets in cork store heat, inviting you to go barefoot. Once again the cork closed cell structure is explored for the application benefit. Cork cells are tiny, irregular, pentagonal or hexagonal p…

Amorim Cork Composites’ products have a negative Carbon Balance – which is good news for the environment
The Life Cycle Assessments analyzed different ACC products and concluded that they all have a negative carbon balance

New cork objects designed by Gisela Simas are presented during Milan Design Week
Rio + Design Milan 2018 is the name of the exhibition which, during Milan Furniture Salon (Salone Internazionale del Mobile), will present a major exhibition of works by over 60 Brazilian designers, as part of the event, Be Brasil.
And why not cover an entire wall with cork?
If you like memo boards, covering a wall with cork rolls or panels may also be an interesting option. In the office, this creates a large space where you can take notes, outline projects and organize your work week. In the children's room, it’s the perfect place for kids to display their drawings and creations.

Cork is being part of the news. What do you think that hasn't been said yet about cork in the space industry?
Cork… it’s not just for use on Planet Earth! Just as cork has been such an important component of the thermal protection of nearly every rocket launched from Earth, I expect it will find similar applications when we are visiting other moons and planets in our solar system and eventually launching rockets back home from…

Curated by experimentadesign, this collection produced by Amorim Cork Composites now includes 24 items designed by 12 national and internati…
TIPSY is the latest item to be included in Amorim Cork Composites MATERIA collection - a set of new cork products that can be seamlessly and functionally integrated into our everyday lives.
Amorim cork composites management policy (1)
The main activity of Amorim Cork Composites is the production of cork granulates and composite cork In the business area in which the company operates, the satisfaction of customers as well as of other stakeholders is decisive for the sustainable development of the Organisation, in which continuous improvement is a dec…

Concerning cork, which characteristics do you value most? Do you agree that cork is the past, present, and future material of the flooring b…
The diversity of applications – far beyond the flooring business – the top performance, and also the important factor of sustainability makes cork probably one of the most amazing materials to work with. The presentations we all had at the Amorim plant were extremely impressive. Cork is one of the fascinating hidden ch…

How do you follow the evolution of cork-based materials and systems in this specific market (Noise & Vibration)?
Cork-based materials have been used in other industries for many centuries. The current challenge in the building acoustics market is to present these cork-based materials to architects and consultants who can then apply them in the design of their buildings in order to reduce impact noise.

Nitrocork is a new range of products developed by the renowned brand Bahí&Güell in partnership with Amorim Cork Composites.
It is the first range of products that uses cork as an insulating material to cook food using liquid nitrogen.Cork is the best material for thermal insulation purposes and Bahí&Güell came up with this idea: Why not take advantage of this exceptional material for cooking purposes? Amorim Cork Composites was the idea…

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Knoll – the world-leading North American manufacturer of modern furniture for the home and office – has rediscovered cork as a raw material…
Norwegian designer Lars Beller Fjetland designed the Porto and Lisbon cork tiles included in the Beller Collection from Spinneybeck, which chose Amorim Cork Composites to produce these decorative modules that guarantee thermal and acoustic insulation performance. The collection won the #MetropolisLikes prize in NeoCon…

CP’s entire fleet of Alfa Pendular trains is currently being remodeled, with the integration of cork solutions from Amorim Cork Composites s…
The project presented by EMEF - Empresa de Manutenção de Equipamento Ferroviário S.A primarily aims to increase passenger comfort and safety and reduce energy consumption through improved sound insulation and reduced carriage weight due to incorporation of Amorim Cork Composites' AluCORK® flooring solutions. Projects o…

How and when did you have the idea of using this raw material (cork) to create the Beller Collection?
It all started in January 2015 when Benjamin Pardo, executive vice president at Knoll, reached out to me. Both he and Roger Wall, president of Spinneybeck, had been interested in adding cork products to the Knoll and Spinneybeck collection. During their preliminary research they had come across some of my earlier work…

Green shipbuilding reaches cruise speed with the help of Amorim Cork Composites primary decking materials. Innovative and sustainable cork-b…
The key factor in ensuring a negative carbon footprint is the genesis of the cork oak forest which is a carbon sink, responsible for retaining 73 tons of CO2 per ton of cork used for a typical application this corresponds to 2,7 kilotons of CO2 retention.

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Cork, the art of nature. Design, the elegance of function. Its combination unleashed creativity in the furnishing industry, resulting in a s…
We are part of an evolution path where new processes and technologies are constantly being developed. Sensorial and functional attributes frame cork as a highly competitive material and thus a premium material of choice for designers and engineers from the furnishing industry.

Based on the motto that “nothing is wasted, everything is valued”, the principles of the circular economy have been applied at Amorim Cork C…
In order to reinforce this proposal of ecological value based on a model of circularity, new product ranges are being updated, incorporating surplus raw materials from other industries, such as footwear, automobile, sports or upholstery production, whose final destination would otherwise have been landfilled. These mat…

Acousticork: the sound of silence
The Acousticork underscreed range by Amorim Cork Composites includes solutions with different thicknesses produced from agglomerated cork, cork with recycled polyurethane and recycled rubber.

Amorim Cork Composites is going to hit aerospace again, this time with United Launch Alliance (ULA) and Ruag Space.
Next-generation launch rockets of ULA, using composite primary structures supplied by Ruag Space, are going to incorporate Amorim’s ablative thermal solution P50. Under the name Vulcan, these ULA launch rockets will replace Atlas and Delta Launchers, currently using Amorim's product. Fairing shell with Amorim P50 ablat…

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Power equipment noise emissions have become significant contributors to urban noise pollution, Amorim’s solutions are cork rubber based elas…
Cork plays a significant role in the elastomer and is directly responsible for the damping function, commonly designated as the energy loss factor, while the rubber matrix takes care of the isolation, together they are the ideal combination when considering vibration and noise reduction solutions especially at resonanc…

Design is one of the main ways to enhance the unique characteristics of cork. Hence, Corticeira Amorim challenged experimentadesign to commi…
The design process of the items created combines functionality and relevance (an essential concern of the modern world), with keen sensitivity for the dynamics of use. The MATERIA collection, by joining the sensory characteristics and the unique personality of an ancient material - cork - with the challenging perspecti…

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Cork and Comfort.
Footcork is recognized for its innovative nature and continuous reinvention. It is also accompanied by an easy management and transformation process. Key characteristics, such as lightweight, warmth, breath ability and good compression/recovery properties provide remarkable performance in terms of comfort.
Pre-Attached Underlayment
Soft touch and silence thanks to cork.

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Dan Thomas visited the premises of Amorim Cork Composites
Amorim P50 is a key component for ensuring the safety of the astronauts.

Rubber Flooring
Rubber and cork-rubber flooring

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Material Category Granulated Cork

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Cork Rubber and Rubber products for different applications.
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António Salazar - CEO Kankura Golf
Using cork brings several key advantages. For example, cork offers comfort and thermal inertia, which is very important in footwear used for golf, given that golfers may face very cold temperatures in the winter and a lot of heat in the summer. Moreover cork is a material with tremendous elasticity, cushioning the impa…

Core Layer
Dimension Stability through a cork compound

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Dimension Stability through a cork compound

T&D industry trends and requirements have put great demand for low noise equipment with good long term performance. Amorim Cork Composites a…
It is very often that “just putting some rubber” to isolate structures creates an inefficient or even a vibration isolation problem, without taking into account the characteristics of the whole system; such as media environment and temperature, material stiffness adjusted to the application load, surface area, material…

Consumer Goods
Designer, functional products, made from cork, for everyday use.

Sport Surfaces
Comfort and safety with cork-based materials that improve shock absorption.

Lisbon Cruise Terminal
Development of a concrete solution with cork for application in Lisbon Cruise Terminal.

Metamorphosis
A pioneering project developed by experimentadesign in partnership with Amorim, based on the unique properties of cork.

Aro - Miguel Vieira Batista
Aro is a centerpiece as well as a statement, a bold affirmation of cork's personality.

Lasca - Marco Sousa Santos
Aro is a centerpiece as well as a statement, a bold assumption of cork's personality.

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Find here the most relevant articles on the cork sector and follow the entire industrial revolution around it.

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Enjoy the unique properties of cork, along with a wide range of practical and elegant accessories for use at home or in the office.

Multiple Solutions for the Power Industry
Cork composites extend the lifetime of components in electrical power plants and distributions networks.

100% natural, reusable and recyclable
Cork has a unique cellular structure that cannot be technologically replicated.

Material used
Material category Underscreed Material reference Acousticork cork underscreed with recycled rubber

Why should I use an underlayment?
Discover 8 reasons for using cork underlayment when renovating your home.

Presentation | Cork Solutions & Manufacturing Processes | EN
Presentation | Furnishing

Datasheet | R0 Cork & Recycled Rubber | EN
Datasheet | Acousticork

Datasheet | R1 Cork & Recycled Rubber | EN
Datasheet | Acousticork

Datasheet | R2 Cork & Recycle Polyurethane | EN
Datasheet | Acousticork

Datasheets | VC1001 Cork & Natural Rubber | EN
Datasheets | Acousticork

Datasheets | VC1002 Cork & Natural Rubber | EN
Datasheets | Acousticork

Datasheets | VC1003 Cork & Natural Rubber | EN
Datasheets | Acousticork

Datasheets | VC1004 Cork & Natural Rubber | EN
Datasheets | Acousticork

Datasheets | VC1005 Cork & Natural Rubber | EN
Datasheets | Acousticork

Datasheets | VC1006 Cork & Natural Rubber | EN
Datasheets | Acousticork

Seals and Gaskets
Amorim offers solutions for the best sealing performance. Unique blends of cork and select rubbers produce materials indicated for soft gaskets sealing.

Serpentine Gallery Pavillion 2012
Over 80 m3 of cork to cover the entire underground space, projected by the Herzog & de Meuron architectural office and the artist Ai Weiwei.

Acoustic Insulation & Vibration Isolation
Acousticork vibration control portfolio is the high performance alternative to synthetic products. The quietness of the forest is something that cork can also bring to our cities.

Underscreed: more silence and more comfort
To meet the high standards of acoustic performance expected in the project of the new Four Seasons building in Bangkok, a cork underscreed with recycled rubber was applied to the entire area of the hotel, including common areas. The flooring was then finished with laminated wood and ceramic material.

Sound control underlayment.
Agglomerated Cork and Recycled Cork /Rubber Underlayment for Impact Noise Reduction of VCT, LVT VET, Sheet Vinyl & Linoluem Floors.

Datasheets | VC-PAD-5015 Resin Bonded Cork & Recycled Rubber | EN
Datasheets | Acousticork

Railway
Cork engineered compounds materials for railway systems, such as rail pads, baseplate, under sleeper pads and ballast mats.

Multilayer Panel Materials
A combination of polymers, cork granules and engineered compounding to achieve acoustic, fire, lightweight or thermal properties.
Polyurethane
A type of finish used on hardwood to protect it from damage. A type of binder used on agglomeration of cork layers for a flooring system.

Par
Fitting comfortably into your hand, these shakers rely on the cork component for upright support, a good hold and an airtight control of the content.

Pinha
Cork's low thermal and electrical conductivity ensures that you can handle the lamp shade in perfect safety.

Tipsy
Tipsy is balance and art, like the work of a dancer, with a touch of irony. It is the warmth of cork, influencing the environment with the sweetest, Simplest significance.

Molded cork-rubber collars and washers provide an effective and simple solution to flanking paths produced by the usage of rigid connections…
Untreated connections often result in vibration flanking paths, propagating vibration throughout the structure through the bolt to the surrounding area resulting in structural borne noise.

RIP cork rubber Inlay is a practical solution for the RIP Condenser/Bushing technology manufacturing process.
It serves as an excellent stress/dimensional absorber during the resin impregnation process, absorbing contradicting dimensional changes. Due to the expansion of the internal metal conductor and the contraction of the external RIP isolator during the curing process, preventing cracking of the resin insulator and reduci…

Final Decking Materials
Amorim Decking Materials are a combination of incomparable functionality and luxurious aesthetics, bound together in a natural cork composite. Cork is 100% natural, reusable and recyclable. Whether from an environmental, social or economic perspective, it’s one of the world’s most versatile materials.

CorkPlus 250
Agglomerated Cork and Recycled EVA Foam Granule Underlayment for Impact Noise Reduction of LVT, Fiberglass Backed Sheet Vinyl & Linoleum Floors.

Car engines are subject to extreme tests of endurance, resistance, heat and pressure.
So we develop unique blends of cork and select rubbers to produce materials indicated for soft gaskets sealing.

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STORK stands for stone and cork and combines different, but highly appreciated, intrinsic characteristics from both natural materials.

Agglomerated cork and recycled materials layers are pressure-resistant and an effective way to provide reliable protection of the flooring a…
Acousticork underlayments range can be the solution to insulate new builds, refurbishments and bespoke architectural projects including residential commercial and education settings. 100% produced from recycled and natural materials, Acousticork underlayments are a totally sustainable solution that are compatible with…

Installation Guide | RR/RCLT Series Floating Wood, Cork or Laminate Floors on a Concrete Slab
Installation Guide | Acousticork

Characteristics:
Highly Efective IIC Noise Reduction with Minimum Thickness Versatile, Low Cost & Easy to Install with Long Term Durability 100% Natural & Sustainable Cork, Non-Toxic & Hypo-Allergenic

Characteristics:
Maximum IIC Noise Reduction - HOA & Architect Preferred Strong & Durable Enough for Direct Bond Ceramic Tile & Stone 100% Natural & Sustainable Cork, Non-Toxic & Hypo-Allergenic

Bote
This indomitable vessel will brave troubled waters, heavy downpours and pirate raids: cork's buoyancy ensures that, no matter how perilous the journey, Bote will always resurface for more bathtub play.

Solutions for flooring.
Sustainable solutions made of cork agglomerate to improve thermal comfort, sound insulation and energy efficiency of your home, such as underlayment specially designed for flooring distributors.

Learn more about our new Multilayer Panel Simulator and how this tool will help your business
The new Multilayer Panel Simulator (MPS) is a tool developed by Amorim Cork Composites to simulate the acoustic isolation of a multilayer panel, focusing on two main solutions:

Sound Control Underlayment.
Agglomerated Cork and Recycled EVA Foam Granule Underlayment for Impact Noise Reduction of LVT, Fiberglass Backed Sheet Vinyl & Linoleum Floors.

Why Acousticork
Discover specific compound formulations for acoustic insulation and vibration that offer highly insulating or dampening materials in compliance with a wide range of environmental conditions and chemical resistance levels. See below for the possible applications of Acousticork materials. Cork absorbs energy due to its u…

3D Gasket Materials
For specific hardware designs, we also provide the possibility of 3D cork rubber gasket materials developed and used for injection and transfer molding. These innovative materials have been used in heavy duty applications for heat resistance and chemical compatibility depending on the environment, whilst maintaining th…

Characteristics:
Maximum Performance with Minimum Added Thickness 25 Point ΔIIC Improvement as Tested per ASTM E-2179 Outperforms Rubber, Foam, Standard Cork and Other Direct Bond Sound Control Products in Glued Hardwood Applications* Green Material & Process - Maximum LEED™ Potential Rapidly Renewing Bark of Cork Oak Tre…

Impact attenuation for light and heavy rail applications
Cork engineered compounds are designed for use as rail pads, baseplate, under sleeper pads and ballast mats. Available in a wide variety of thicknesses these materials provide different degrees of impact attenuation, for light and heavy rail applications, in slab and ballast track, used as well in special track works s…

Core Materials for Multilayer Structures & Panels
Amorim multilayer panel materials are a combination of cork in selected elastomeric compound matrix to yield specific performances ranging from thermal insulation, noise reduction to fire resistance whilst maintaining the reduced surface weight, depending on the requirements of the final application.

Characteristics:
Multi-Material Construction = Improved IIC Performance Cork & Recycled Rubber Combined in a 9.5mm (3/8”) Composite Sheet Designed for Optimal Impact Noise Attenuation Performance Superior Bonding & Working Characteristics vs. Competitive Systems Sound Control, Crack Suppression & Thermal Benefits in…

Gelo
This lidded ice bucket lined with a plastic inner casing capitalizes on cork's thermal insulation properties coupled with its unique texture. It maintains the low temperature inside, while the outer surface retains its natural warmth and pleasing, soothing feel. So let the drinks flow and the good times roll.

Six
Made of agglomerated cork, in the ideal dimension to perfectly accommodate six bottles, six will be a witty help to any wine collector: by absorbing impact, protecting the wine bottles while moving, or simply displaying the precious nectars… As James would say: Cheers! Alla Salute! Saúde!...

Sound Control Underlayment.
A 1.2mm roll cork/rubber composite membrane designed to prevent unsightly stress cracks due to structural or thermal movement from reflecting through to a ceramic or natural stone floor.

The use of underlays in all types of flooring solutions provides significant improvements in terms of thermal comfort, sound insulation and…
Underlays can consist of pure agglomerated cork or agglomerated cork mixed with other composites, e.g. Recycled Rubber, PUR or EVA polymers. They can have different sizes, according to the application.Underlays not only improves the thermal and acoustical insulation but also allows the levelling of the floor before lay…
Discover our full range of Underlayment Products.
Our underlayments can consist of agglomerated cork granules or agglomerated cork mixed with other recycled materials. Such as: Tire Derived Rubber or High Density Polyurethane or EVA Foam granules. The underlayments can have different thicknesses, depending on the finished flooring used and the level of acoustic perfor…

Accoseal is a range of market renowned and extensively specified sealing materials based on soft gasket technology, with a proven history in…
Unique blends of cork and select rubbers produce materials indicated for soft gaskets sealing, that due to reduced side flow, allow for larger contact areas and higher compression ratios which guarantee an effective sealing barrier against potential flange surface imperfections, distortions and leakage paths.

Accoseal is a range of market renowned and extensively specified sealing materials based on soft gasket technology, with a proven history in…
Unique blends of cork and select rubbers produce materials indicated for soft gaskets sealing, that due to reduced side flow, allow for larger contact areas and higher compression ratios which guarantee an effective sealing barrier against potential flange surface imperfections, distortions and leakage paths.

European Space Agency’s (ESA) IXV.
The Ablative Thermal Protection System is part of the Intermediate Experimental Vehicle (IXV) by integration of Amorim’s P50 cork composite in the project. It has been introduced in order to protect the structure of IXV from the effects of the thermal environment starting from the stand-by on ground phase, up to the at…

The materials in the construction area have undergone constant improvements over time. This evolution is due to the non-conformist spirit of…
The need to create priorities ranges from the more traditional - such as impermeability, stability, visual requirements - to the most recent fields, which relate to energy, sustainability, thermal, and acoustic issues. Cork, as a multifaceted product, can meet the demands of today's markets through its natural properti…

Temperature and resistance are only part of the equation.
A gasket material suitability is defined by a variety of application factors shown in the adjacent diagram. The common perception that the temperature and chemical resistance must be assured are only part of the equation. Amorim Cork Composites systems' approach ensures joint integrity by considering the multiple varia…

Senta
Senta is a contradiction on 4 legs: the possibility to sit down while on the move, to harmonize your nomadic and contemplative instincts. A fool-proof, pack & carry stool you can assemble and use anywhere, Senta fits 4 wooden legs into a cork seat that is both sturdy and flexible, making for a comfortable sitting s…

A seductive piece that makes you wonder who exactly is drawing the line.
An attractive piece that makes you wonder who exactly is drawing the line. A textured cork body mounted on either 36 or 4 pencil-legs, which makes for two different configurations and drawing patterns, Furo can be dismantled for easy storage or to, literally, cut down on its artistic outbursts. Visually striking and…

Sound Control Underlayment Products.
AcoustiCork products provide the thinnest profile, most effective and lowest installed cost per sq. ft. in Sound Control Products for Hard Surface Flooring and now Vinyl & Resilient Flooring. Our underlayments can consist of agglomerated cork granules or agglomerated cork mixed with other recycled materials. Such a…

Amorim
The Amorim Group is one of the largest, most entrepreneurial and dynamic multinationals of Portuguese origin. It started out in the cork business back in 1870 and today is the world leader in the sector. Guided by a vision of sustained growth, the Group has engaged in the diversification of its business in sectors and…

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In order to meet the new GRI directives, in version 4, Corticeira Amorim built a materiality matrix based on the results of the stakeholder consultation (performed in 2015) and on the importance of the different sustainability topics for the company. As a result of the materiality analysis, the most important topics fo…

Building Purpose
The pads – an engineered compound with cork and natural rubber - from Acousticork range are designed to optimize sound and impact insulation in floor construction and achieve resonance frequencies of 6 to 10Hz when correctly installed. When integrated within a floating floor system, VC1000’s pads are used to obtain ve…

Project Overview
Suvarnabhumi Airport is built on virgin land, 24 km east of Bangkok. The completion of the first phase of the project, which included 56 boarding gates and 64 common spaces, resulted in a 563,000 square meter terminal, with capacity for 45 million passengers. The forecast maximum capacity after gradual expansion will b…

Unique features make it the preferred sealing material used across multiple applications in industrial equipment, natural gas and liquid pet…
Techseal is a range of engineered sealing materials based on soft gasket technology, specifically designed and tested to withstand application in several environments, while providing cost effective final product customization and manufacturing options. Unique blends of cork and select rubbers produce materials indicat…

Alma Gémea, a love story.
Alma Gémea combines cork and ceramics - two noble materials, both of which have a long tradition in Portugal. The use and combination of these materials, in an innovative and differentiating manner, naturally brings us to the most sophisticated dimension of contemporary home design. Alma Gémea is a forward-looking prod…

Project Overview
Midmac approved and solely used Amorim’s Expandacork Type II for its expansion joint filler in most areas where application requires this solution. In other areas Midmac used a Bituminous impregnated joint filler type, aided by Amorim Cork Composites Expandacork Type II, and executed by highly skilled workers. Qatar Fo…

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Upon being named "Entrepreneur of the Year", António Amorim congratulated the other nominees - João Mirada, Luís Miguel Sousa, Luís Moura e Silva, Mário Ferreira, Nuno Sebastião and Rui Miguel Nabeiro/Manuel Rui Nabeiro - revealing that "It was a pleasure and an honour to share this nomination with so many distinguishe…