Solid phenolic resin countertops, aka Solid Phenolic Compact and similar to the commonly known Trespa material, is a high-pressure solid composite manufactured by Durcon (part of WilsonArt). We partner directly with Durcon to get preferred pricing and lead times, making us a go-to source for millwork, carpentry, and cabinet shops seeking a countertop supplier for their products. There are only a few manufacturers of epoxy resin in the US. Epoxy is an excellent material for laboratory workbenches.
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If during an install there needs to be an alteration to a countertop, cutting and smoothing the top can present extremely chalky residue to emit into the air.ĭon’t let that scare you off though. This is particularly problematic in school settings where graffiti is common and can pose problems if moving heavy equipment or metal instrumentation on the surface, such as bunsen burners.Įpoxy also is difficult to fabricate in the field. Unlike its counterpart phenolic resin, epoxy resin table tops are easily scratched and marred. It is easy to clean and is most commonly supplied in a sleek black finish. Strengths of Epoxy Resin Bench TopsĮpoxy resin is sturdy, durable, and chemical resistant to most common laboratory reagents. This is widely used in biology, chemistry, pathology, and immunology labs, as well as elementary, middle school, high school, and college and university labs. Epoxy Resin Lab CountertopsĮpoxy resin is the most commonly used work surface material for scientific and laboratory applications. Our 7 Most Popular Table ConfigurationsĬhoosing appropriate surfaces based on the needs of researchers is the key to a successful laboratory workbench project.The main factors that go into the decision-making process are: The 7 most commonly used countertop materials for scientific or industrial use are epoxy resin, phenolic resin, stainless steel, maple block (aka butcher block or wood block), solid surface, HDPE, and ESD laminate.ĭue to the use of caustic reagents and complex instrumentation, choosing the right surface material for your laboratory workbenches is a crucial decision when outfitting a lab with furniture. High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Countertopsĭifferent types of labs require different work surface materials for laboratory workbenches.Durcon Lab Grade Phenolic Resin Countertops.
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