Chemical Resistant Countertops

Epoxy resin countertops consist of sheets cast from modified epoxy resin and non-asbestos inert fillers; compounded mixture cured and thermoset specifically from formulation to provide exceptional physical and chemical resistance required in heavy duty laboratory environments.

Applications

Epoxy resin offers the highest and most trusted standard in chemical resistance, including corrosive chemicals, and very high-temperature tolerance. Epoxy resin is extremely robust and long lasting. Epoxy countertops are commonly utilized in K-12 labs, university labs, applied science research labs, hospital labs, clinics, pharmaceutical, biomedical, molecular pathology, industrial testing or any chemical labs including oil and spectrometry.

Available Colors

Phenolic Resin is constructed of saturated melamine resin and layers of phenolic impregnated kraft paper. The melamine resin and the kraft paper form into a monolithic slab under extreme heat and pressure to create a thick, durable, compact laminate. The melamine resin produces a very durable thermoset plastic when combined with formaldehyde.

Applications

Phenolic resin is well suited for a variety of industrial and laboratory applications, such as sample processing labs, microbiology labs, agriculture, water treatment facilities, R&D or testing labs, pharmaceutical, radiology, biochemical labs, photography labs and various medical labs. Especially popular in hematology and urology labs. Phenolic resin is a non-absorbent, moderately chemical resistant, heat resistant, moisture resistant, easy to clean, extremely hard material. The core of the phenolic resin countertops is always black. Formaspace stocks phenolic resin in multiple colors, and can special order custom colors on request.

Available Colors

Phenolic Resin is constructed of saturated melamine resin and layers of phenolic impregnated kraft paper. The melamine resin and the kraft paper form into a monolithic slab under extreme heat and pressure to create a thick, durable, compact laminate. The melamine resin produces a very durable thermoset plastic when combined with formaldehyde.

Applications

Suitable for use on laboratory grade casework and as shelving, backsplashes, wall cladding, drawer fronts, cabinet doors, partitions and other structural components. Colorcore phenolic is particularly well suited for a variety of laboratory application settings, including sample processing labs, microbiology labs, hematology and urology labs, and more. Formaspace doesn’t stock colorcore phenolic resin and the lead time is slightly longer than standard phenolic tops.

AVAILABLE CORE COLORS

Stainless steel is low carbon steel, which contains chromium at around 10%. Chromium gives the steel its unique stainless, corrosion resistant properties. Stainless steel has especially high levels of chromium and nickel-alloy grades and is able to retain its strength at high temperatures up to 1500 F (816 C).

Applications

Stainless steel countertops are recommended for carbon-based chemical labs, biomedical, pharmaceuticals, clean rooms, and specialty settings. Stainless is easy to clean and non-absorbent; there are no pores or cracks to harbor dirt, grime, or bacteria. Stainless steel is attractive and requires minimal care. It is the greenest material Formaspace carries due its infinite design lifetime and 100%, low-energy recyclability.

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is best known as an FDA compliant food grade quality plastic. However, its’ resistance to acids and caustics make it a preferred countertop for labs that require chemical resistance in a soft surface. HDPE is a rigid plastic with a large strength-to-density ratio of up to 970 kg/m3. It can also hold up to 120 degrees C for short periods, 110 degrees C continuously. It also has exceptional resistance to UV rays.

Applications

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) may sound tough, but it is soft compared to other surface materials, making it great for working on delicate research subjects that can be damaged on harder surfaces. HDPE is often used in laboratory environments due to its lack of porosity and resistance to many solvents. Other applications listed are food and beverage, body product packaging, cleaning fluids, medicinal supplements, chemical resistant piping, and various biology labs.

Available Colors