Today’s laboratory needs to meet the highest international
standards. Therefore, selecting the right material for
laboratory worktops and furniture is of crucial importance
in an environment where tests and experiments must not
be contaminated.
Trespa TopLabPLUS panels meet the requirements of most
laboratories while at the same time bringing a range of
additional benefits. These benefits include chemical, wear
and water resistance.
Trespa TopLabPLUS is a self supporting flat panel, based on thermosetting resins, homogeneously reinforced with wood based fibers and manufactured under high pressure and at high temperatures. The panels have an integrated decorative surface using proprietary EBC technology. This process ensures that each panel is non-porous and resistant to a large number of aggressive chemicals, easy to clean, disinfect and maintain. The surface is impermeable to most reagents used in all types of laboratories and is resistant to the effects of and wear and tear – making Trespa TopLabPLUS ideal for use in labs utilized by different working groups, such as in educational institutions and industrial environments. These properties make Trespa TopLabPLUS highly suitable for use in medical laboratories and clean room conditions. It can be used in the most challenging environments for many years without losing its appearance or function.
Environmental considerations play a significant role in the
development and manufacture of Trespa TopLabPLUS. For
the production of Trespa TopLabPLUS panels, Trespa uses a
method for converting softwood from certified forests into
an attractive, durable, moisture resistant and low maintenance
material. Trespa TopLabPLUS is an environmentally sound solution
for laboratory worktop applications both today and tomorrow.
Trespa was one of the first manufacturers of construction products to map the totality of its products effects by means of a life-cycle analysis (LCA), right from the source of the raw materials to the end of the life-cycle.
Thanks to its unique surface composition, Trespa TopLabPLUS is non porous. Its anti-microbial propertiesare incorporated in the product without the use of coatings or additives. This means that these properties will remain active throughout the product’s lifetime.
Bacteria, molds and/or other microorganisms are unable to grow or penetrate the surface. Bacteria stains will dry relatively fast on the surface – and will not find any source of nutrition on the material. Independent tests by the British Industrial Microbiological Services
Ltd (IMSL) show a reduction in bacteria of 99.99% after 24 hours.
In an environment where hygiene is key,
Trespa TopLabPLUS provides the best choice. Its surface is
absolutely impervious to most materials used in
biochemical and medical laboratories: radio-isotopes, human tissue and blood samples or bacteria. Biological or clinical test results are dependent on noncontamination. Trespa TopLabPLUS provides a surface impermeable to most bacteria, molds or microorganisms. Resistant to dyes and organic solvents, Trespa TopLabPLUS is water-resistant and remains easy to clean or disinfect. Thanks to the large size of Trespa TopLabPLUS panels, the installation of large work tops with fewer joints is possible which fits the requirement for hygienic solutions. Moreover, for added hygiene, panels need not be glued onto a sub-structure. Trespa TopLabPLUS is self supporting from 1/2 in thickness and has a high load bearing ability.
Used extensively in chemical, analytical, micro-biological
and educational laboratories world-wide, Trespa
TopLabPLUS is resistant to a large number of aggressive
chemicals. Test results (see separate Trespa TopLabPLUS test
datasheet) show the panel’s 24 hour resistance. Aggressive
chemicals will not mark a Trespa TopLabPLUS surface - if
cleaned within this time period.
Trespa TopLabPLUS is ideal for a multi-functional
environment. Trespa TopLabPLUS worktops are versatile
and provide a tough and long-lasting surface that retains
its appearance for many years. Used as part of a mobile
and flexible environment, Trespa TopLabPLUS delivers
added strength to any laboratory or lecture room. The
material’s impact resistance makes it suitable for use in
mobile furniture, i.e. trolleys.
Trespa TopLabPLUS meets all the highest standards as laid
down by leading national and international certifying
authorities. Trespa TopLabPLUS is GREENGUARD Indoor
Air Quality Certified® and has achieved GREENGUARD
Children & SchoolsSM Certification. Trespa TopLabPLUS
can also contribute to US Green Building Council LEED®
credits. Trespa TopLabPLUS holds the British Industrial
Microbiological Services Ltd (IMSL) certification for antimicrobial
performance, the certificate for hygiene from the
German Institut für Krankenhaushygiene und
Infektionskontrolle (IKI) and the German ISEGA
certificate of conformity for contact with foodstuffs.
Pleasant working environment
A well appointed and attractive laboratory provides an
efficient, effective and pleasant environment in which to
work. Trespa TopLabPLUS offers aesthetic benefits to the
working environment. Panels are available in a range of
colors to suit the specific needs of the facility’s users.
Trespa TopLabPLUS has a non-reflecting smooth surface. This makes it highly suitable as a multi-functional surface on which laboratory equipment, computers and general work, such as administration, analysis and research, can all be combined. Trespa TopLabPLUS is also available with an integrated decorative surface on both sides which widens the design possibilities and offers chemical and mechanical strength on those areas where it is needed on both sides, for example shelves and compartments. A workstation can be tailored to specific needs and still meet all the requirements of a laboratory.
Trespa International strives to maximize the performance
of its products, while minimizing their effects on the
environment and on human health. Trespa was one of the
first producers of panel materials to be certified according
to ISO 14001, awarded by Lloyd’s Register. The ISO 14001
standard describes the steps required for setting up,
implementing, sustaining and improving a fully integrated
environmental management system.
Trespa International supports its product-range with Life Cycle Analyses (LCAs) – studies which detail the environmental impact of each of their products throughout its life from “cradle to grave” – in terms of energy use, raw materials, etc.
The production of Trespa TopLabPLUS is environmentally
responsible and completely safe in use. Trespa TopLabPLUS
panels are based on thermosetting resin, homogeneously
reinforced with up to 70% wood-based fibers. The
majority of the used raw materials are made from
sustainable resources.
Trespa TopLabPLUS has been applied as the material of
choice for many high standard laboratories around the
world. With a strong emphasis on performance,
cleanliness, environmental impact and aesthetics, Trespa
TopLabPLUS is the ideal surface solution for your laboratory.
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