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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about our epoxy resin laboratory surfaces, ordering, and manufacturing.

Are American Epoxy Scientific work surfaces chemical resistant?

Yes. Our solid epoxy resin surfaces are highly resistant to acids, solvents and reagents, and are tested in-house against the SEFA 3 chemical-resistance reagent panel. The non-porous, cast thermoset material also resists heat and moisture without warping, staining or delaminating.

What products do you manufacture?

We make epoxy resin work surfaces (countertops and benchtops), fume hood tops, molded sinks and cup sinks, and pegboards — all color-matched throughout. We also fabricate Fundermax and Trespa phenolic resin surfaces.

What is your typical lead time?

Standard lead time is approximately five weeks once we have approved drawings and a purchase order. Lead time can vary with project size and current production schedule; contact us for a current estimate.

How do I buy American Epoxy Scientific products?

We sell through a network of laboratory casework dealers and distributors rather than direct to end users, so your project gets local quoting, delivery and installation support. Tell us your location and scope and we'll connect you with the right dealer, or quote directly when that's the best fit.

Do you offer custom colors?

Yes, custom colors are available on request. Because custom runs add lead time and cost and can vary batch to batch, we recommend selecting from our standard stock palette whenever possible for the fastest delivery and most consistent match.

Are your products made in the USA?

Yes. Everything is manufactured in Mountain Home, Arkansas from 92% U.S.-sourced raw materials, with vertically integrated tooling and quality control under one roof. American Epoxy Scientific is veteran-owned and backed by parent company American Stitchco.

What's the difference between epoxy resin and phenolic surfaces?

Cast epoxy resin is a solid, non-porous thermoset that offers the highest combined chemical, heat and moisture resistance — ideal for demanding labs and fume hoods. Phenolic is a lighter-weight laminate alternative suited to applications that don't require the full performance of cast epoxy. Epoxy is also homogeneous through its full thickness, so a scratch or gouge still exposes the same chemical-resistant material — phenolic's resistance is a surface property, and damage through the face layer can expose a more absorbent core.

Are epoxy resin work surfaces a good choice for school science classrooms?

Yes. Solid epoxy resin stands up to Bunsen burners, reagents and constant daily student use, which is why it's the standard work surface in K-12 science classrooms, CTE labs and university teaching labs. Combined with our approximately five-week lead time, it fits summer renovation schedules well.

Can I get submittals, SEFA 3 test data and color charts?

Yes. Submittal packages, SEFA 3 chemical-resistance results, GREENGUARD certificates, color charts and care instructions are available on our Documents page, and our team can send project-specific CAD details and CSI specifications on request.

Still have a question?

Contact our team at [email protected] or (870) 701-5015, or request a quote.