High Pressure Laminates And Their Uses

High Pressure Laminates

Laminates are basically, multiple layers of materials assembled into a single object by force. This can be done by welding, gluing or by applying heat and pressure. There are numerous examples of laminates, and lamination processes. One, that’s common with the masses, is the lamination of documents between plastic sheets.

Today, we’re here to discuss the ones that are used as building materials. These are commonly known as Decorative Laminates. They’re used to protect the inner materials of furniture, flooring, cabinetry, and the likes. And as the name suggests, these can be used to add an aesthetic element to such items as well.

But what are High Pressure Laminates?

High Pressure Laminates, are one of the most long-lasting surface materials out there. They’re called as such, because they’re manufactured under high amounts of heat and pressure. The name is often shortened to HPL. They’re not the only form, of decorative laminates. But they’re great, at what they’re supposed to do.

How exactly are they made?

High Pressure Laminates go through a rigid process, before they’re transformed into the final product. But to sum it up:

- First: We take several layers of specialist kraft paper

- Then: We saturate them with phenolic resin

- Finally: We fuse them together, applying extreme heat and pressure

(least 1000 PSI of pressure, but likely between 1200 to 2000 PSI, with a temperature more than 120°C)

The end result is the decorative sheets that can then be used, for many purposes.

Comparison to regular Decorative Laminate Sheets?

HPL is of course, not the only kind of laminates out there. There are other options. Hence there should be a reason for you to go for HPL, instead of those ones.

It’s stand out quality, as mentioned before, is its high durability. One of the most durable decorative surface materials out there. If you need surface protection with longevity, HPL is for you.

Uses Of High Pressure Laminates

These sheets can be used in a number of places. Their main purpose, is to serve as decorative surface protectors. This can be for a wide range of products. So for now, let’s focus on just a few of them.

TOILET CUBICLE PARTITIONS

We use High Pressure Compact Laminates (HPL) for these. Their thickness isn’t a constant measure. It ranges between 13mm and 25mm. These are especially made, and have unique features to themselves, like:

- Suitability in high humidity areas due to a system that’s:

- Reliable,

- Strong

- Damage Resistant

- Availability in colors and patterns like:

- Elegant

- Solid

- Versatile

- Abstract

- Wood

This helps them blend well, with the style and finish of every room.

URINAL PARTITIONS

Normally about 13mm thick, these are robust and stylish panels. There are considerable benefits to these HPL panels as well. They’re used in the men’s bathroom for the following few reasons:
- They aim to provide a hygienic and healthy atmosphere, in the men’s bathroom

- They're easy to maintain

- They’re available in various shapes, designs, colours and sizes.

The come with a total standard height of 900-1250 mm. Whereas, their standard width is 400-600 mm.

HPL LOCKERS

These are considered a norm, when it comes to locker construction. They are without doubt better than steel, wood, and plastic lockers. This is due to the following properties of HPL Lockers:

- High durability

- Waterproofing

- Anti-vandalism and

- Design aesthetic.

Their thickness also usually comes around 13mm. They're coordinated to receive concealed hinges, at Stainless Steel Grade 304. Furthermore, they come with steel numbering plates.

HPL BENCHES

These are a system of customized and configured benches. How do these help out, you may wonder. There’s a lot of space in changing rooms and pubic areas, that’s underutilized. These benches are therefore, meant to make the most of those. They're composed of mild steel sections. They have sturdy frames, and are powder coat finished. 13mm thick compact grade laminates are used as their planks. or slat formats (available in various colors)

Where to get these services?

Alright, so that’s some info about High Pressure Laminates, and their uses.

If you’ve come this far, that tells us that you’re probably interested in acquiring these accessories as well. We appreciate that you read the article, regardless.

But you might now wonder… Where can you get these products from?

All about Location, Location, Location

It all depends on your location. Based on where you live, you can ask the locals. All you need to do is a little research, about where you can go for worthwhile services. And around the globe, you’ll easily find many trustworthy and reliable service providers.

High Pressure Laminate products in Dubai

If you’re somewhere in the Emirates (/UAE) or nearby however, Habibi you’re in luck! You needn’t go anywhere else.

Why? Cause MBT is located right here in Dubai. That’s right. We provide all necessary parking accessories. Plus, we do have many other things going on.

Why you should work with MBT

MBT has already worked with various reputable organizations. We’ve done many projects in the Emirates and Saudi Arabia. So, you know you can trust us with your work. No sweat.

MBT is an ISO certified company, with an exceptional information and operational management system. We always aim to provide the most innovative products, and installation methodology to our customers.

MBT’s Ample Collection Of Past Projects

We welcome you to click here, to browse through our previous projects on healthcare and more.

We are one of the leading supply and installation company when it comes to High Pressure Laminated (HPL) products serving numerous well known companies and property developers within UAE.

We at MBT offer all of the following HPL Products:

- HPL Toilet Cubicles

- HPL Urinal Partitions

- HPL Lockers

- HPL Benches

Reach Out to Us:

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