If you’re looking for lab equipment that will last through years of use, then a quality, durable and chemical resistant laboratory sink is just what your facility in Perth needs.
The right laboratory sink is tough, yet lightweight and can withstand even the most rigorous activities with ease. They are incredibly safe, and impact proof.
Today at JEPWA, we are exploring various sink choices in the market for you to consider what might be the right one for your laboratory in Perth.
What is a fireclay?
Fire clay sinks are crafted from white, wet-moulded material and then fired at high temperatures. The resulting sink has durability and chip resistance like no other.
A fireclay sink is handmade from white clay mixed with water, poured into moulds, dried out, and then fired. Specialist clay and glaze fuse together when the sink is in the kiln to create a hard-wearing material: fireclay.
Fireclay is heat-proof, durable and impact resistant and a leading choice for laboratories in Perth.
What is a stainless steel sink?
Stainless steel is a compound made up of primarily iron ore, with a few additional metals. It is durable, but not corrosion-resistant, and is available in drop-in or under-mount styles. They are good for wet lab settings that do not use corrosive materials.
What is polypropylene?
Polypropylene is a type of thermoplastic polymer, and due to their polymeric nature, they are preferred in laboratory settings for their chemical-resistant, and crack-resistant properties. Polypropylene is one of the most acid-resistant sinks available on the market.
What is epoxy ?
Epoxy is a type of polymeric material that is made through the process of thermosetting. Due to its polymeric nature, it’s incredibly resistant to acids, and similar corrosive compounds. Epoxy is available in drop-in or under-mount styles, and is commonly used in commercial or educational laboratory settings.
The difference between a household sink and a laboratory sink in Perth
- Cleanliness of the water – In a lab, the cleanliness of the water must be considered and filtered heavily.
- Hands-free approach – When working in a laboratory setting, there are tests that will be performed as well as experiments that will require both of your hands to be free when controlling water flow.
- Durable sink – A traditional kitchen sink is not able to handle the day-to-day strain that a laboratory creates. A kitchen sink is set up to succeed with water, not harmful chemicals. A laboratory sink is created from materials that will not degrade the unit.
Do you have any further enquiries, or would you like to enquire about our chemical resistant sinks – get in touch. You can speak to our team of experts at JEPWA today.
