How cost-effective are epoxy resin countertops?

Epoxy countertops provide some of the best value for the cost. Epoxy counters are mid-tier in terms of cost, while being one of the most well-rounded laboratory work surfaces available. When it comes to multipurpose use, epoxy counters are the best possible choice for labs on a budget. There is a lower overall cost for epoxy counters compared to specialized counter materials.

How long do epoxy resin countertops last?

Epoxy resin countertops can easily last 10+ years with proper care. Overall, epoxy counters have very high durability.

Do epoxy resin countertops stain?

Epoxy countertops will stain if spills are not adequately cleaned up. For this reason, black is the preferred color for epoxy countertops in laboratory settings.

Variable Air Volume (VAV) fume hood installation

PSA Laboratory Furniture installs and certifies VAV hoods for labs throughout the U.S. These hoods offer a variety of benefits, including energy-efficiency, longevity, and long-term cost savings. These fume hoods are ideal for labs and facilities that are constantly handling hazardous materials and need a means of fume evacuation at minimum exhaust volume when not in use. Reach out to professional laboratory designers at PSA to custom-fit a new or used VAV fume hood into your facility, test that it works properly, and certify that it's regulatory compliant.

The Difference between VAV and CAV Fume Hoods

Lab exhaust systems like the variable air volume (VAV) and constant air volume (CAV) fume hood keep odors, smoke, and other emissions at bay while protecting users from the dangerous chemicals in the air. However, CAV systems need more energy to provide constant air velocity. In contrast, VAV systems can be adjusted to reduce air intake. VAV fume hoods generally offer high performance with lower energy usage.

Variable air volume fume hood specs

Purpose: reducing the turbulence of airflow through the unit
Benefits: improving efficiency & performance
Dimensions: 7/32” safety glass panel, 18”H sash lock
Materials: white resin-chem, nylon, epoxy, stainless steel
Lighting: vapor-proof T-8 fluorescent light fixture with bulbs
Build: 16 Ga. internal structural frame
Other: gasketed access panel

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PSA Labs is the best source of laboratory furniture and custom lab designs for any industry, anywhere in the U.S. We offer a variety of flexible lab furniture tailored to your industry's needs, including:

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Matching Counters and Cabinets for your Fume Hood

Complete your lab redesign with new counters and cabinets installed by PSA Laboratory Furniture. We even supply chemical lab cabinets designed to safely store acids. Counters are available in Epoxy, Phenolic resin, Stainless steel, Butcher block, High-pressure laminate

If you want to match your counters to your new fume hood, VAV hoods are made with stainless steel and epoxy.