LABORATORY COUNTER TOPS
The ideal selection balances cost, quality and material properties to your application
A variety of work surfaces are available for today's modern laboratory. Four of the more successful choices include phenolic resin, epoxy resin, high pressure laminates and stainless steel. The best decision for your laboratory balances cost, quality and design.
EPOXY RESIN has become the primary laboratory surfacing material. This popularity is no surprise. Epoxy Resin is attractive, durable, reasonably priced and available in Black, Gray or White.
PHENOLIC RESIN is an excellent choice consisting of layered phenolic-coated paper cured under heat and pressure. It looks and performs much like epoxy resin, is less expensive but is limited to 3500 F in heat handling capacity. Over the past 10 years this has become the most popular choice in laboratory countertops.
HIGH PRESSURE PLASTIC LAMINATE is manufactured by combining wood-fiber with phenolic resins. The outer layer is melamine and available in an endless array of colors and styles. Plastic laminate do not offer the chemical resistance and durability of resins or stainless steel; however, this product is a good fit for many applications and is the most budget friendly.
STAINLESS STEEL are best suited for special applications. They are available in several grades and finishes - the most common of which are type 304 or 316 brushed satin. Stainless counters represent a substantial investment and require ongoing maintenance.
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS - Additional options include polypropylene, ceramic, ceramic tile, solid surface and porcelain. Please contact our offices for additional information.
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