DURCON
provides the ideal worksurface system to meet the
ever-changing demand of the modern laboratory environment.
DURCON
epoxy resin worksurfaces and sinks are a modified
epoxy resin with an inert filler and pigmentation.
The modified epoxy resin consists of a DGEBA type
resin cured with an anhydride. These materials are
brought together at an elevated temperature, a catalyst
is added to promote the system, and cast at an elevated
temperature. The system is maintained at the elevated
temperature to optimize the physical properties and
chemical resistance.
Due to the homogenous
nature of the DURCON
product, there is no lamination to bubble or crack,
and no porosity to allow liquid penetration. DURCON
epoxy resin is inert; its molecular structure is highly
resistant to most chemicals used in the laboratory
environment. DURCON surfaces
are also highly heat resistant, preventing cracking
or blistering. The strong polymer bonding within DURCON
epoxy resin gives it a hardness comparable to stone,
but without stone's inherent inconsistency and porosity.