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High-Quality Cabinets and Countertops for Wastewater Treatment Plants

In the demanding environment of wastewater treatment plants, having robust and reliable laboratory furniture is essential. Our specially designed lab furniture solutions ensure that your facility operates smoothly, with durable materials that withstand harsh conditions. This page details the high-quality options we provide to meet the unique needs of wastewater treatment labs.

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Project Overview

Recently, we collaborated with a wastewater treatment plant in Dixon, Illinois, to upgrade their laboratory facilities. The project involved replacing outdated wood cabinets and laminate countertops with more durable painted metal cabinets and phenolic resin countertops. This upgrade has significantly improved the lab’s functionality, durability, and overall efficiency.

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Premium Painted Metal and Stainless Steel Cabinets

At Material Handling USA, we understand the demanding environment of wastewater treatment plants. Our cabinets are designed to withstand harsh conditions while providing exceptional functionality. Choose from:

Each cabinet is carefully crafted to meet your specific needs, ensuring a perfect fit and easy integration into your existing setup.

Design and Configuration

The design phase is critical to achieving a lab setup that meets your operational needs while maintaining a clean and professional appearance. Key considerations in the design and configuration process include:

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What are Phenolic Resins?

Phenolic resins are compounds that combine formaldehyde and phenol which create networks of permanently bonded molecules. The properties of phenol formaldehyde resin vary depending on the exact balance between formaldehyde and phenol, and the acid or a base used as a catalyst in the process.

Utilizing water and a base with surplus formaldehyde forms a polymer called a resole. It is common for resoles to be combined under pressure and heat to create a bonding material often used between layers of plywood. Phenol resins are used to make plywood used for outdoor applications and harsh conditions or moisture. Plywood is made stronger, more durable, and longer lasting with the use of phenol resins in the plywood manufacture.

Importance of Phenolic Resins

Many industries prefer to use laboratory furniture made with phenolic resins, such as electronics, ballistics, aerospace, chemical, medical, pharmacology, mines, oil, and others. Laboratory furniture made with phenolic resin work surfaces provides many benefits, including durability and non-reactive surfaces.

Laboratory furniture and work surfaces manufactured with phenolic resins are suitable for chemical, biological, analytical, and clinical testing labs. Any labs that are performing tests and experiments where results depend on the non-contaminated environment and require lab work surfaces to be exclusively chemical resistant, hygienic, and impervious are often found to be using these ideal surfaces.

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Properties of Phenolic Resins

Phenolic resins have excellent resistance to both chemicals and heat, making them perfect for volatile and harsh environments. These resins are flame-resistant and non-conductive, qualities that make them the preferred choice for lab furniture. For laboratories that require compliance with fire safety, combustion, toxicity standards, and smoke emission needs, lab furniture made with phenolic resins enables a lab to meet or exceed local, state, federal, and OSHA health & safety standards.

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Key Properties of Phenolic Resins:

Chemical Resistance

Phenolic resins are highly resistant to a wide range of chemicals, ensuring longevity and durability in harsh environments.

Heat Resistance

These resins can withstand continuous heat exposure up to 350°F, making them suitable for high-temperature applications.

Flame Resistance

Phenolic resins are inherently flame-resistant, providing an extra layer of safety in laboratory settings.

Non-Conductive

The non-conductive nature of phenolic resins makes them safe for use in electrical and electronic environments.

Low Density and Good Thermal Insulation

These properties contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of phenolic resins in various industrial applications.

Durability and Moldability

Phenolic resins are easy to mold into complex shapes, making them adaptable to custom environments and equipment.

Phenol formaldehyde resin properties also include low density, good thermal insulation, and excellent durability. They are easy to mold into complex contours and a variety of shapes, which means they are adaptable to custom environments and equipment.

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Benefits of Phenolic Resin Lab Worktops:

Phenolic resin lab countertops are not only functional but also cost-effective and readily available, making them a top choice for lab furniture and work surfaces.

Why are Lab Worktops Made from Phenolic Resins the Best Choice?

Phenolic resin lab work surfaces comply with essential requirements and provide many benefits that most laboratories need. These benefits include wear, water, and chemical resistance. Given the range of chemicals used in lab work and experiments, worktops in lab environments must be built from materials that can resist scuffs, withstand spills, and abrasions. They must also hold up exceptionally well against stress and impact cracking. Lab countertops and work surfaces made from phenolic resin are known to perform for many years, keeping labs operating efficiently and looking clean.

Lab Assessment

Unique Solutions for Laboratory Shelving Systems

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Lab Wall Shelving: Efficient and Space-Saving

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Maximize Your Lab Space with Bench and Wall Shelving Systems

Laboratories demand efficient and adaptable storage solutions to ensure safety, organization, and productivity. Bench and wall laboratory shelving systems offer robust and versatile options to meet these needs. Whether for storing chemicals, instruments, or samples, these systems are essential for any modern lab.

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Mobile Laboratory Shelving Systems & Storage

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Wire Lab Shelving: Versatile and Robust

Casework Past Projects

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Balchem

We provided a range of casework, fume hoods, and lab furniture for Balchem's research in human health, animal nutrition, and oil/gas.

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Sensapure Flavors

Our casework and lab furniture played a crucial role in Sensapure Flavors' lab, enhancing their ability to conduct flavor research and development.

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Dyad Labs

Dyad Labs required new lab casework and furniture for their material testing laboratory in Salt Lake City. We delivered a complete solution that met their needs.

Inventory Laboratory Shelving Systems

Efficient Medical Inventory Management

Medical providers use inventory shelving systems to organize and track supplies. These systems include RFID tags and barcodes for accurate inventory management, ensuring that medical staff can quickly find and restock necessary items. The ergonomic basket handles and clear label holders further enhance organization and accessibility.

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Custom Lab Shelving Solutions

Tailored to Your Needs

Every lab is different, and our custom lab shelving solutions are designed to meet your specific requirements. From phenolic shelving to wire lab shelving, we offer a range of options that can be customized in size, material, and features. Our goal is to provide you with the most efficient and durable shelving systems for your lab.

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Bench Mounted Reagent Poles

Secure and Adjustable Storage

Bench-mounted reagent poles provide a secure and adjustable storage solution for lab reagents. These poles are threaded at both ends and can be bolted through the work surface, creating tiered shelves for easy access. Available in various sizes, they come with all necessary hardware for quick installation.

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Conclusion

Optimize Your Lab with Bench and Wall Shelving Systems

Bench and wall laboratory shelving systems are crucial for maintaining an organized and efficient lab environment. With options for mobile and stationary shelving, phenolic and wire materials, and custom solutions, these systems provide the flexibility and durability needed in any laboratory setting. Ensure your lab is well-equipped to handle all its storage needs by investing in high-quality shelving systems today.

Why Choose Us?

Over 30 Years Of Experience

We design and install the right storage solutions for your specific needs

Custom
Options

We offer a range of customizable options to meet your unique needs

Customer Satisfaction

We are committed to excellent service and support, ensuring satisfaction with every purchase

Competitive Pricing

We offers competitive pricing, making it easy to find a solution that fits any budget

How It Works

Experience the streamlined process of Material Handling USA’s Warehouse Solutions, guiding you from consultation to implementation with personalized solutions and ongoing support.

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Fast and Efficient Renovations! Time is money. Our renovation services are designed to be completed in just 6-7 weeks, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity. Discover how quickly we can transform your lab.

FAQs

We use high-quality painted metal for cabinets and offer both phenolic and epoxy resin for countertops.

Yes, all our furniture can be customized to meet your exact specifications, including size, color, and configuration.

Our standard delivery time is 6 to 8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the order.

Yes, we provide professional installation services to ensure your lab furniture is set up correctly and efficiently.

Yes, we offer ADA-compliant furniture options to ensure accessibility for all users.

Our painted metal furniture comes with a 5-year warranty, while wood options have a 1-year warranty.

Tate W. Curtis

Space Coordinator, United States Department of Agriculture

The Team provided a highly professional service from start to finish.

“ They always available for meetings and questions, firsts, in figuring out what system would work best for our needs then by assessinh how much shelving space would be required for our existing as well as future needs, and , finally, by insuring the timely delivery and quality installation of the product. ”

Sharon L. Hancey

First District TCE of Administrative Office of the Courts

The team was very supportive

“ They were extremely attentive in assessing our needs in Logan. They provided several plans to show us our shelving options. ”

Julie Froff

Assistant Clerck of
Third District Court

We Also appreciated, at the time of installation, the courteous and professional manner in which the installers conducted themselves.

“ We have been using the system now for about six moths and are happy to report that it has been a wonderful addition to our office. It is easy to operate and keeps our filing area neat and organized, and most importanly, providers us with unlemited space for growth at this time. We are completely satisfied with your product. ”

Lila Abersold

Visual Arts Coorndinator of Utah Arts Council

They were also great to work with.

“ The track and system Material Handling USA recently installed is working very well Your isntallation people were able to adjust the tracks on the uneven floor in our storage space. ”

Nancy Herd

Human Resources Manager of Ray Quinney & Nebeker

You guys are great! Thanks so much for working so hard to getus into our new space.

“ Thank you a million times for the these killer Jazz tickets! I am just so excited to go and rub shoulders with every other "pretentious" person in Material Handling USA! How Awesome! ”


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