High pressure laminate hpl according to mcgraw hill dictionary of architecture construction high pressure laminates consists of laminates molded and cured at pressures not lower than 1 000 psi 70 kg cm 2 and more commonly in the range of 1 200 to 2 000 psi 80 to 140 kg cm 2.
Plastic laminates used in construction industry.
Lamination is the technique process of manufacturing a material in multiple layers so that the composite material achieves improved strength stability sound insulation appearance or other properties from the use of the differing materials such as plastic a laminate is a permanently assembled object created using heat pressure welding or gluing.
Uses of plastics in building construction.
Laminates are most commonly used surface finish for furniture elements as they provide decorative look in comparatively less price.
They also enhance the durability of the furniture as they are scratch resistant and easy to clean.
Hpl is made of resin impregnated cellulose layers which are consolidated under heat and high pressure.
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They are formed or expanded to produce materials of low density.
Decorative laminates are a surfacing material used to protect and enhance the aesthetics of engineered wood which can be used in the construction of a variety of durable goods such as cabinets countertops flooring and furniture.
Due to availability of various types of laminates commercial and corporate offices industries restaurants hotels showrooms etc.
Although used laminate is not recyclable some companies have collated old laminates into new sample sets suitable for distribution.