JINYOU manufactures expanded PVC foam sheet equivalent to Forex board — the same free foam process, density 0.40–0.55 g/cm³, and direct-print surface that the Forex brand is known for. Factory-direct from Xiaoshan, China at 20–35% below European branded board pricing. Free samples for quality comparison.
| Material | Expanded PVC (same) |
| Density | 0.40–0.55 g/cm³ (same) |
| Print Surface | Direct UV/solvent/eco-solvent |
| Sheet Sizes | 1220×2440 / 2050×3050mm |
| Origin | China (factory-direct) |
| Price | 20–35% lower than Forex |
Understanding the difference between the Forex brand name and the generic material — expanded PVC foam sheet.
Forex board is a brand name for expanded PVC foam sheet owned by 3A Composites (formerly Alcan Composites), a Swiss company. Forex is widely used in the European advertising, display, and signage industry as a generic term for expanded PVC — much like "Hoover" became a generic term for vacuum cleaners.
The underlying material — expanded PVC foam sheet — is manufactured by dozens of factories worldwide. JINYOU is one of China's leading manufacturers of this same material, using the same free-foam extrusion process, the same PVC compound, and the same quality controls. The product coming off our production line in Xiaoshan is materially identical to Forex in terms of density, cell structure, surface finish, and print compatibility.
Other widely recognised brand names for the same material include Sintra (Palram), Palight (Palram), Komatex (Kommerling), Celtec (Vycom), and Foamalux (Brett Martin). All are expanded PVC foam sheet sold at European brand premiums. JINYOU supplies the same material at Chinese factory pricing.
A direct property comparison for buyers evaluating switching from Forex to a factory-direct Chinese supplier.
| Property | JINYOU Expanded PVC | Forex Classic (3A Composites) |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Expanded PVC foam | Expanded PVC foam |
| Manufacturing Process | Free foam extrusion | Free foam extrusion |
| Density | 0.40–0.55 g/cm³ | 0.40–0.55 g/cm³ |
| Standard Sheet Size | 1220×2440mm / 2050×3050mm | 1220×2440mm / 2050×3050mm |
| Thickness Range | 1–25mm | 1–25mm |
| Direct Printable | Yes — UV / solvent / eco-solvent | Yes — UV / solvent / eco-solvent |
| Water Absorption | <0.5% | <0.5% |
| Formaldehyde | Zero | Zero |
| ISO 9001 | Yes | Yes |
| Origin | China (factory-direct) | Switzerland / EU |
| Lead Time | 5–7 days (stock); 15–25 days (custom) | Varies by distributor |
| Price | Factory-direct — 20–35% saving | Brand premium pricing |
* Forex is a registered trademark of 3A Composites. JINYOU is not affiliated with 3A Composites. "Forex board equivalent" refers to the same generic material class — expanded PVC foam sheet.
Eliminate brand premium. Factory-direct FOB Ningbo pricing. Same material quality — different label. Most buyers recoup switching costs within two orders.
No European distributor markups. Buy directly from JINYOU's factory in Xiaoshan. Full control over specification, thickness, and sheet size.
Free samples for your print room and fabrication team to test before committing. SGS and Intertek test reports available on request for material comparison.
Forex board is a registered brand name for expanded PVC foam sheet manufactured by 3A Composites (Switzerland). It is one of the most widely used trade names for free foam PVC board in the European advertising and display industry. The underlying material is expanded PVC — the same generic material manufactured by JINYOU and other producers worldwide.
Yes. JINYOU manufactures free foam expanded PVC using the same process as Forex — PVC compound with foaming agent extruded to a uniform closed-cell foam sheet. Density, cell structure, surface finish, and print compatibility are equivalent. The difference is origin (China vs. Switzerland/EU) and price (factory-direct vs. brand premium). Free samples are available for direct comparison.
Yes. JINYOU free foam PVC board is compatible with all UV flatbed printers, eco-solvent roll-to-roll machines, and solvent printers used to print Forex board. No settings changes required. The surface energy and cell structure are equivalent — ink adhesion and print quality will be the same.
Most buyers report 20–35% savings on material cost by switching from Forex or other European branded PVC foam boards to JINYOU factory-direct pricing. Exact savings depend on your current prices, target thickness, and order volume. Contact us with your current Forex pricing and we will provide a direct comparison quotation.
JINYOU supplies the same standard sizes as Forex: 1220×2440mm (4×8 ft) and 2050×3050mm sheets, in thicknesses from 1mm to 25mm. These are the standard sheet formats used throughout the European advertising industry. Custom cut-to-size is also available.