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Stevens Advantage® Casework
SEFA 8 TESTINGADVANTAGE®
Structural Attribute Testing & Surface Finish Testing
SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT & FURNITURE ASSOCIATION
stevensadvantage.com
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Stevens Industries is proud to be a leader in the laboratory and science fields.
Passion for innovation spurs us to seek cutting-edge technology and continually design new products and solutions. Our proprietary A-tech Surface and our traditional Wood Veneer finishes have significant advantages for the lab environment and have been tested and approved by an independent, SEFA approved lab.
All Stevens Advantage® Casework Groups have undergone SEFA 8 structural attribute testing, meeting or exceeding AWI requirements.
All testing according to the SEFA Methods was completed by the independent third party Universal Laboratory, Inc., a nationally recognized testing laboratory.
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Ideally suited for the rigors of any laboratory environment…Stevens Advantage® A-tech Surface and Wood Veneer cabinetry.
Stevens Advantage® A-tech Surface is an engineered thermoset resin surface, embossed and thermofused in solid colors and woodgrain finishes, simulating wood veneers. With an eclectic array of colors and patterns, our collection provides an attractive palette for any design plan. Settle on an elegant, abstract pattern or embrace the pleasing warmth and timelessness of woodgrain. Be confident that whatever the choice, our finished product will provide a mantle of benefits, including surfaces specifically designed for the rigors of the lab environment.
techSURFACE
4400 A-tech Classic Series
Stevens Advantage® Wood Veneer is the right choice for those who prefer a traditional wood lab. Using classic Maple and Oak species, with UV cured stain, seal and top coatings, our wood veneer finishes are SEFA 8 Compliant. Both external and internal components are fully finished with the same high quality finishes, delivering superior performance for today's science and laboratory settings.
Wood Veneer4700 Wood Lab Series
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SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT & FURNITURE ASSOCIATION
Why is SEFA 8 testing important? Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA) was formed in 1988 to provide leadership in promoting quality and safety in the design, manufacture and utilization of laboratory furniture and equipment. SEFA has grown, evolved and positioned itself as the industry authority. Its members are among the world's largest and most highly respected manufacturers, architects and designers in the laboratory industry.
The most prominent of SEFA's initiatives is the publication of Recommended Practices for Laboratory Safety, which are intended to provide tools for evaluating the safety, durability and structural integrity of laboratory casework and complementary items.
Using SEFA 8 compliant cabinetry – Stevens Advantage® A-tech or Wood Veneer – in your science room or laboratory will ensure that you have the most durable finishes and structurally sound casework on the market today.
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Structural Attribute Testing: What is Structural Attribute Testing?.....................................................6
Stevens Advantage® Casework Group Overview ..............................6-7
Stevens Advantage® 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000 Casework Group Test Results ........................................................................................8-11
4.0 Base Cabinets ..................................................................................8 Load Test, Concentrated Load Test, Torsion Test, Submersion Test
5.0 Doors .................................................................................................9 Hinge Test, Impact Test, Cycle Test
6.0 Drawers .............................................................................................10 Static Test, Drawer and Door Pull Test, Impact Test, Internal Rolling Impact Test, Cycle Test
7.0 Shelving .............................................................................................11 Load Test
9.0 Wall, Counter Mounted and Tall Cabinets ...........................11 Load Test
10.0 Tables ..............................................................................................11 Static Load Test, Racking Test
Surface Finish Testing: What is Surface Finish Testing? ................................................................12
Industry Comparison ...................................................................................13
Stevens Advantage® 4000 Casework Group Overview ...................14-15 Stevens Advantage® A-tech Surface ................................................14
Stevens Advantage® Wood Veneer ................................................15
Stevens Advantage® 4000 Casework Group Test Results ................16-18 Stevens Advantage® A-tech Surface (Maple) ...............................16 Stevens Advantage® Wood Veneer (Maple) ...............................17 Stevens Advantage® Wood Veneer (Oak) ....................................18
Other Brand Test Results ............................................................................19-21 Wood Finish (Competitor Brand) ....................................................19
Vertical Grade HPL (National Brand) .............................................20 Painted Metal Finish (Metal Casework Brand) ............................21
Table of Contents
All testing according to the SEFA Methods was completed by the independent third party Universal Laboratory, Inc.,a nationally recognized testing laboratory.
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1000 GROUP – HPL OVERLAY SERIES (Particleboard Core)
1100 Tradition:Square Flat Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1150 Tradition: Square Flat Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1200 Tradition: 3mm Radius Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1250 Tradition: 3mm Radius Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1300 Modern: Seamless 90° Postform Radius Style Overlay Design
Fronts, with Square Flat Edge Top and Bottom EdgesHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1350 Modern: Seamless 90° Postform Radius Style Overlay Design
Fronts, with Square Flat Edge Top and Bottom EdgesHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1400 Modern: Seamless 90° Postform Radius Style Overlay Design
Fronts, with 3mm Radius Top and Bottom EdgesHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1450 Modern: Seamless 90° Postform Radius Style Overlay Design
Fronts, with 3mm Radius Top and Bottom EdgesHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
1600 Classic-V:Wood Veneer Overlay Design Fronts, with 3mm Radius
Wood EdgesHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
Structural Attribute Testing
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
*AWI Architectural Woodwork Standards [AWS] 2nd Edition [2014], pages 398-402, Appendix A – Casework Integrity
What is Structural Attribute Testing? Th e structural integrity of a cabinet/casework product is verifi ed by industry standard physical tests. Th e Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) has adopted the Scientifi c Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA) methods of testing for physical properties.*
Th e results show that Stevens Advantage® Casework meets or exceeds the performance values of the SEFA properties testing and, thus, meets the structural integrity performance requirements for AWI.
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3000 GROUP – PLYCORE OVERLAY SERIES (Plywood Core)
3100 Plycore: Square Flat Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding3/4" Plycore Laminated Panel Construction
3200 Plycore: 3mm Radius Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding3/4" Plycore Laminated Panel Construction
3600 Plycore-V: Wood Veneer Overlay Design Fronts, with 3mm Radius
Wood EdgesHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding3/4" Plycore Laminated Panel Construction
4000 GROUP – LABORATORY SERIES
4120 Laminate: 3mm Radius Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsHPL (high pressure laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet EdgebandingParticleboard Core 4400 A-tech Classic: 3mm Radius Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsA-tech Surfaces (woodgrains and solids)3mm Radius PVC Cabinet EdgebandingParticleboard Core
4700 Wood Lab: Wood Veneer Overlay Design Fronts, with 3mm Radius
Wood EdgesMatching Wood Veneer End Panels3mm Radius Wood Cabinet EdgesPlywood Core
2000 GROUP – TFL OVERLAY SERIES (Particleboard Core)
2100 Transition: Square Flat Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
2200 Transition: 3mm Radius Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet Edgebanding
2600 Designer-V: Wood Veneer Overlay Design Fronts, with 3mm Radius
Wood EdgesTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet EdgebandingColor Matched Interiors to Exterior
2700 Designer: Square Flat Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet EdgebandingColor Matched Interiors to Exterior
2800 Designer: 3mm Radius Edge Style Overlay Design FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Finished Fronts and EndsFlat (.020") PVC Cabinet EdgebandingColor Matched Interiors to Exterior
2000 GROUP – STEVENSWOOD® SERIES(Particleboard Core)Artika®, Rain® and Legno textures in exclusive StevensWood®color offering
2101 StevensWood® Full Overlay: Square Textured Flat Edge Overlay Design FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Textured Finished FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Textured Finished EndsSquare Textured Flat Cabinet EdgesTFL (thermally fused laminate) Textured White Interiors
2701 StevensWood® Ultimate: Square Textured Flat Edge Overlay Design Fronts TFL (thermally fused laminate) Textured Finished FrontsTFL (thermally fused laminate) Textured Finished EndsSquare Textured Flat Cabinet EdgesTFL (thermally fused laminate) Textured Matching
Interiors
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Structural Attribute Testing
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
Cabinet Load Test Confi guration
Total Weight: 2000 pounds [907.2kg]
Seven (7)equalspaces
Note: Weight to beset in 1" [25.4mm]
from edge of topand have equal
overhang on thefront and back.
Base Cabinet Concentrated Load Test
Total Weight: 200 pounds [90.72kg]
Centerlineof cabinet
Base Cabinet Torsion Test Procedure
Total Weight: 350 pounds [158.8kg]
Total Weight: 200 pounds [90.72kg]
7" [177.80mm]
7" [177.80mm]
4" [1
01.6
0mm
]
Bar weights shallbe centered at a
45° angle with anequal overhang.
4.0 BASE CABINETS
4.2 Cabinet Load Test X X X X4.3 Cabinet Concentrated Load Test X X X X4.4 Cabinet Torsion Test X X X X4.5 Cabinet Submersion Test X X X X
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® CASEWORK GROUPS
1000 2000 3000 4000
STRUCTURAL TESTINGBase Cabinet 10440-483523
X indicates compliance
Stevens Advantage® Casework Groups1000 GroupHigh Pressure Laminate (HPL) Overlay Series2000 GroupTh ermally Fused Laminate (TFL) Overlay Series2000 GroupSTEVENSWOOD® Series3000 GroupPlycore Overlay Series4000 GroupLaboratory Series
9 *AWI Architectural Woodwork Standards [AWS] 2nd Edition [2014], pages 398-402, Appendix A – Casework Integrity
The structural integrity of a cabinet/casework product is verifi ed by industry standard physical tests. The Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) has adopted the Scientifi c Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA) methods of testing for physical properties.*
The results show that Stevens Advantage® Casework meets or exceeds the performance values of the SEFA properties testing and, thus, meets the structural integrity performance requirements for AWI.
Base Cabinet Door Load TestConfi guration
Base Cabinet Door Impact TestConfi guration
Total Weight: 400 pounds [181.4kg]
Note: Load topsufficient toprevent tipping ofbase cabinet.Weight shall belocated at theback of theworksurface andcentered.
12"
[304
.80m
m]
Centerline of DoorP
aral
lel t
o F
loor
Centerline of Door
Note: Load top sufficient to prevent tipping ofbase cabinet. Weight shall be located at theback of the worksurface and centered.
12"
[304
.80m
m]
5.0 DOORS
5.1 Door Hinge Test X X X X
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® CASEWORK GROUPS
1000 2000 3000 4000
STRUCTURAL TESTINGWall Cabinet 15129-483014
X indicates compliance
5.1 Door Hinge Test ✛ ✛ ✛ ✛5.2 Door Impact Test X X X X5.3 Door Cycle Test X X X X
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® CASEWORK GROUPS
1000 2000 3000 4000
STRUCTURAL TESTINGBase Cabinet 10440-483523
X indicates compliance ✛ indicates compliance may vary when door width exceeds height
Stevens Advantage® Casework Groups1000 GroupHigh Pressure Laminate (HPL) Overlay Series2000 GroupTh ermally Fused Laminate (TFL) Overlay Series2000 GroupSTEVENSWOOD® Series3000 GroupPlycore Overlay Series4000 GroupLaboratory Series
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Structural Attribute Testing
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
Base Cabinet Drawer Static Load TestConfi guration
Total Weight: 400 pounds [181.4kg]
Note: Load top sufficient to prevent tipping ofbase cabinet. Weight shall be located at theback of the worksurface and centered.
13" [330.20mm]
Base Cabinet Drawer Impact TestConfi guration
Drop 10# bag from height of 24" intobottom of drawer at center width of drawer and 6" back from inside face.
24"
10# BAG
Drawer Cycling Mechanism TestConfi guration
Bracket
Pin
PolyBlock
CyclingMechanism
Base Cabinet Drawer Internal RollingImpact Test Confi guration
Support Block
13"[330.2mm]
45°
6.0 DRAWERS
6.1 Drawer Static Test X X X X6.2 Drawer and Door Pull Test X X X X6.3 Drawer Impact Test X X X X6.4 Drawer Internal Rolling Impact Test X X X X6.5 Drawer Cycle Test (100# Load) X X X X
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® CASEWORK GROUPS
1000 2000 3000 4000
STRUCTURAL TESTINGBase Cabinet 10440-483523
X indicates compliance
Stevens Advantage® Casework Groups1000 GroupHigh Pressure Laminate (HPL) Overlay Series2000 GroupTh ermally Fused Laminate (TFL) Overlay Series2000 GroupSTEVENSWOOD® Series3000 GroupPlycore Overlay Series4000 GroupLaboratory Series
11 *AWI Architectural Woodwork Standards [AWS] 2nd Edition [2014], pages 398-402, Appendix A – Casework Integrity
The structural integrity of a cabinet/casework product is verifi ed by industry standard physical tests. The Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) has adopted the Scientifi c Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA) methods of testing for physical properties.*
The results show that Stevens Advantage® Casework meets or exceeds the performance values of the SEFA properties testing and, thus, meets the structural integrity performance requirements for AWI.
7.0 SHELVING
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® CASEWORK GROUPS
1000 2000 3000 4000
STRUCTURAL TESTINGWall Cabinet 15129-483014
X indicates compliance7.1 Shelf Load Test X X X X
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® CASEWORK GROUPS
1000 2000 3000 4000
STRUCTURAL TESTINGBase Cabinet 10440-483523
X indicates compliance7.1 Shelf Load Test X X X X
9.0 WALL, COUNTER MOUNTED AND TALL CABINETS
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® CASEWORK GROUPS
1000 2000 3000 4000
STRUCTURAL TESTINGWall Cabinet 15129-483014
X indicates compliance9.2 Load Test X X X X
Table Static Load Test Confi guration
Total Weight: 600 pounds [272.2kg]
Three (3)
equal sp
aces
Note: Weight to beset in 3" [76.2mm]
from edge of topand have equal
overhang on thefront and back.
Table Racking Test Confi guration
10.0 TABLES
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® 4000 GROUP TABLE SERIES
Steel Frame Apron Steel Legs Apron Wood Legs 49700 49800 49900
STRUCTURAL TESTINGTable 60L x 24D x 36H
X indicates compliance
10.2 Table Static Load Test X X X
10.3 Table Racking Test X X X
Stevens Advantage® Casework Groups1000 GroupHigh Pressure Laminate (HPL) Overlay Series2000 GroupTh ermally Fused Laminate (TFL) Overlay Series2000 GroupSTEVENSWOOD® Series3000 GroupPlycore Overlay Series4000 GroupLaboratory Series
Surface Finish Testing – 8.1 Chemical Spot Test
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
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8.0 CABINET SURFACE FINISH TESTS
8.1 CHEMICAL SPOT TEST
8.1.1 Purpose of TestThe purpose of the chemical spot test is to evaluate the resistance a finish has to chemical spills.
8.1.2 Test ProcedurePanels to be finished according to finishing supplier's guidelines and in accordance to casework manufacturer's standard procedures.
Obtain one sample panel measuring minimum 14" x 24" (355.6mm x 609.6mm). The received sample to be tested for chemical resistance as described herein.
Place panel on a flat surface, clean with soap and water and blot dry. Condition the panel for 48-hours at 73° +/- 3°F (23° +/- 2°C) and 50 +/- 5% relative humidity. Test the panel for chemical resistance using forty-nine different chemical reagents by one of the following methods.
Method A - Test volatile chemicals by placing a cotton ball saturated with reagent in the mouth of a 1-oz. (29.574cc) bottle and inverting the bottle on the surface of the panel.
Method B - Test non-volatile chemicals by placing five drops of the reagent on the surface of the panel and covering with a 24mm watch glass, concave side down.
For both of the above methods, leave the reagents on the panel for a period of one hour. Wash off the panel with water, clean with detergent and naptha, and rinse with deionized water. Dry with a towel and evaluate after 24-hours at 73° +/- 3°F (23° +/- 2°C) and 50 +/- 5% relative humidity using the following rating system.
Level 0 - No detectable change.
Level 1 - Slight change in color or gloss.
Level 2 - Slight surface etching or severe staining.
Level 3 - Pitting, cratering, swelling, or erosion of coating. Obvious and significant deterioration.
TEST TEST NO. CHEMICAL REAGENT METHOD
1. Acetate, Amyl A 2. Acetate, Ethyl A 3. Acetic Acid, 98% B 4. Acetone A 5. Acid Dichromate, 5% B 6. Alcohol, Butyl A 7. Alcohol, Ethyl A 8. Alcohol, Methyl A 9. Aluminum Hydroxide, 28% B 10. Benzene A 11. Carbon Tetrachloride A 12. Chloroform A 13. Chromic Acid, 60% B 14. Cresol A 15. Dichlor Acetic Acid A 16. Dimethylformanide A 17. Dioxane A 18. Ethyl Ether A 19. Formaldehyde, 37% A 20. Formic Acid, 90% B 21. Furfural A 22. Gasoline A 23. Hydrochloric Acid, 37% B 24. Hydrofl uoric Acid, 48% B 25. Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% B 26. Iodine, Tincture of B 27. Methyl Ethyl Ketone A 28. Methylene Chloride A 29. Mono Chlorobenzene A 30. Naphthalene A 31. Nitric Acid, 20% B 32. Nitric Acid, 30% B 33. Nitric Acid, 70% B 34. Phenol, 90% A 35. Phosphoric Acid, 85% B 36. Silver Nitrate, Saturated B 37. Sodium Hydroxide, 10% B 38. Sodium Hydroxide, 20% B 39. Sodium Hydroxide, 40% B 40. Sodium Hydroxide, Flake B 41. Sodium Sulfi de, Saturated B 42. Sulfuric Acid, 33% B 43. Sulfuric Acid, 77% B 44. Sulfuric Acid, 96% B 45. Sulfuric Acid (77%) and Nitric Acid (70%), equal parts B 46. Toluene A 47. Trichloroethylene A 48. Xylene A 49. Zinc Chloride, Saturated B
Scientifi c Equipment & Furniture Association. 2008 SEFA Desk Reference Third Edition. New York: Scientifi c Equipment & Furniture Association, 2007.
What is Surface Finish Testing?
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The resistance a fi nish has to chemical spills is evaluated by the SEFA 8.1 Chemical Spot Test,
using forty nine different chemical reagents common to a typical laboratory environment.
Laboratory-grade fi nishes should result in no more than four (4) Level 3 conditions.
Laboratory-grade fi nishes should result in no more
than four (4) Level 3 conditions.
SEFA 8.1 ResultsDescription of Finish Chemical Spot Test
Levels - 0 1 2 3
Stevens Advantage® A-tech Maple 34 11 1 3 = 49
Stevens Advantage® Wood Veneer (Maple) 29 17 3 0 = 49
Stevens Advantage® Wood Veneer (Oak) 30 15 1 3 = 49
Vertical Grade HPL (National Brand) 27 14 4 4 = 49
Wood Finish (Competitor Brand) 26 18 0 5 = 49
Painted Metal Finish (Metal Casework Brand) 26 5 9 9 = 49
Th e following chart shows how Stevens Advantage® A-tech Surface and Wood Veneer perform in these tests. Th e results show that Stevens Advantage® A-tech and Wood Veneer fi nishes qualify as laboratory-grade and demonstrate chemical resistance superior to fi nishes of other brands and competitors.
INDUSTRY COMPARISON
Surface Finish Testing – 8.1 Chemical Spot Test
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
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tech SURFACE:• is Stevens Advantage® engineered thermoset resin
surface, embossed and thermofused in solid colors and woodgrain fi nishes simulating wood veneers.
• creates a non-porous, moisture-resistant face homogenous to the core, not susceptible to separation or delamination, and having moisture and chemical resistance.
• meets the requirements of Scientifi c Equipment and Furniture Association SEFA 8 Cabinet Surface Finish Tests (Section 8.1).
• demonstrates performance superior to typical wood fi nishes on the market.
• is ideal for educational and commercial laboratory environments.
• provides the look of wood veneer laboratory cabinets without the high cost.
Natural Elm 54AT-12 Dark Elm 55AT-12Roman Walnut 56AT-12 Dark Walnut 60AT-12
Maple 63AT-12 Natural Oak 52AT-12 Medium Oak 57AT-12
Midnight Maple 51AT-12
Walnut 58AT-12Cherry 71AT-12Medium Cherry 53AT-12
Pearl White 05AT-12 Haze 15AT-12 Pepperdust 11AT-12Folkstone 08AT-12
4400 A-tech Classic Series Laboratory Casework
Colors shown are printed reproductions. Actual colors may vary. Not all designs are shown at 100% scale.
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The resistance a fi nish has to chemical spills is evaluated by the SEFA 8.1 Chemical Spot Test,
using forty nine different chemical reagents common to a typical laboratory environment.
Laboratory-grade fi nishes should result in no more than four (4) Level 3 conditions.
WOOD VENEER:• is designed to compete with other typical wood
design products for science and laboratory environments.
• components individually fl at line fi nished with UV cured stain, seal and top coatings.
• meets the requirements of Scientifi c Equipment and Furniture Association SEFA 8 Cabinet Surface Finish Tests (Section 8.1).
• is ideal for educational and commercial laboratory environments.
• provides highest quality and superior performance with competitive pricing.
4700 Wood Lab Series Laboratory Casework
Red Oak
Maple
Light Oak RO-05L Autumn Oak RO-10L Cinnamon Oak RO-15L
Natural Maple MP-20L Pearwood Maple MP-25L Cherry Maple MP-30L
Colors shown are printed reproductions. Actual colors may vary. Not all designs are shown at 100% scale.
Surface Finish Testing – 8.1 Chemical Spot Test
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
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TEST TEST NO. CHEMICAL REAGENT METHOD
1. Acetate, Amyl A 2. Acetate, Ethyl A 3. Acetic Acid, 98% B 4. Acetone A 5. Acid Dichromate, 5% B 6. Alcohol, Butyl A 7. Alcohol, Ethyl A 8. Alcohol, Methyl A 9. Aluminum Hydroxide, 28% B 10. Benzene A 11. Carbon Tetrachloride A 12. Chloroform A 13. Chromic Acid, 60% B 14. Cresol A 15. Dichlor Acetic Acid A 16. Dimethylformanide A 17. Dioxane A 18. Ethyl Ether A 19. Formaldehyde, 37% A 20. Formic Acid, 90% B 21. Furfural A 22. Gasoline A 23. Hydrochloric Acid, 37% B 24. Hydrofl uoric Acid, 48% B 25. Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% B 26. Iodine, Tincture of B 27. Methyl Ethyl Ketone A 28. Methylene Chloride A 29. Mono Chlorobenzene A 30. Naphthalene A 31. Nitric Acid, 20% B 32. Nitric Acid, 30% B 33. Nitric Acid, 70% B 34. Phenol, 90% A 35. Phosphoric Acid, 85% B 36. Silver Nitrate, Saturated B 37. Sodium Hydroxide, 10% B 38. Sodium Hydroxide, 20% B 39. Sodium Hydroxide, 40% B 40. Sodium Hydroxide, Flake B 41. Sodium Sulfi de, Saturated B 42. Sulfuric Acid, 33% B 43. Sulfuric Acid, 77% B 44. Sulfuric Acid, 96% B 45. Sulfuric Acid (77%) and Nitric Acid (70%), equal parts B 46. Toluene A 47. Trichloroethylene A 48. Xylene A 49. Zinc Chloride, Saturated B
Chemical 49 Tests
Levels - 0 1 2 3
Results - 34 11 1 3 = 49
Level 0 - No detectable change.Level 1 - Slight change in color or gloss.Level 2 - Slight surface etching or severe staining.Level 3 - Pitting, cratering, swelling, or erosion of coating. Obvious and significant deterioration.
1 14 27 40
2 15 28 41
3 16 29 42
4 17 30 43
5 18 31 44
6 19 32 45
7 20 33 46
8 21 34 47
9 22 35 48
10 23 36 49
11 24 37
12 25 38
13 26 39
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® A-TECH (MAPLE)tech
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The resistance a fi nish has to chemical spills is evaluated by the SEFA 8.1 Chemical Spot Test,
using forty nine different chemical reagents common to a typical laboratory environment.
Laboratory-grade fi nishes should result in no more than four (4) Level 3 conditions.
TEST TEST NO. CHEMICAL REAGENT METHOD
1. Acetate, Amyl A 2. Acetate, Ethyl A 3. Acetic Acid, 98% B 4. Acetone A 5. Acid Dichromate, 5% B 6. Alcohol, Butyl A 7. Alcohol, Ethyl A 8. Alcohol, Methyl A 9. Aluminum Hydroxide, 28% B 10. Benzene A 11. Carbon Tetrachloride A 12. Chloroform A 13. Chromic Acid, 60% B 14. Cresol A 15. Dichlor Acetic Acid A 16. Dimethylformanide A 17. Dioxane A 18. Ethyl Ether A 19. Formaldehyde, 37% A 20. Formic Acid, 90% B 21. Furfural A 22. Gasoline A 23. Hydrochloric Acid, 37% B 24. Hydrofl uoric Acid, 48% B 25. Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% B 26. Iodine, Tincture of B 27. Methyl Ethyl Ketone A 28. Methylene Chloride A 29. Mono Chlorobenzene A 30. Naphthalene A 31. Nitric Acid, 20% B 32. Nitric Acid, 30% B 33. Nitric Acid, 70% B 34. Phenol, 90% A 35. Phosphoric Acid, 85% B 36. Silver Nitrate, Saturated B 37. Sodium Hydroxide, 10% B 38. Sodium Hydroxide, 20% B 39. Sodium Hydroxide, 40% B 40. Sodium Hydroxide, Flake B 41. Sodium Sulfi de, Saturated B 42. Sulfuric Acid, 33% B 43. Sulfuric Acid, 77% B 44. Sulfuric Acid, 96% B 45. Sulfuric Acid (77%) and Nitric Acid (70%), equal parts B 46. Toluene A 47. Trichloroethylene A 48. Xylene A 49. Zinc Chloride, Saturated B
Chemical 49 Tests
Levels - 0 1 2 3
Results - 29 17 3 0 = 49
Level 0 - No detectable change.Level 1 - Slight change in color or gloss.Level 2 - Slight surface etching or severe staining.Level 3 - Pitting, cratering, swelling, or erosion of coating. Obvious and significant deterioration.
1 14 27 40
2 15 28 41
3 16 29 42
4 17 30 43
5 18 31 44
6 19 32 45
7 20 33 46
8 21 34 47
9 22 35 48
10 23 36 49
11 24 37
12 25 38
13 26 39
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® WOOD VENEER (MAPLE)
Surface Finish Testing – 8.1 Chemical Spot Test
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
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TEST TEST NO. CHEMICAL REAGENT METHOD
1. Acetate, Amyl A 2. Acetate, Ethyl A 3. Acetic Acid, 98% B 4. Acetone A 5. Acid Dichromate, 5% B 6. Alcohol, Butyl A 7. Alcohol, Ethyl A 8. Alcohol, Methyl A 9. Aluminum Hydroxide, 28% B 10. Benzene A 11. Carbon Tetrachloride A 12. Chloroform A 13. Chromic Acid, 60% B 14. Cresol A 15. Dichlor Acetic Acid A 16. Dimethylformanide A 17. Dioxane A 18. Ethyl Ether A 19. Formaldehyde, 37% A 20. Formic Acid, 90% B 21. Furfural A 22. Gasoline A 23. Hydrochloric Acid, 37% B 24. Hydrofl uoric Acid, 48% B 25. Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% B 26. Iodine, Tincture of B 27. Methyl Ethyl Ketone A 28. Methylene Chloride A 29. Mono Chlorobenzene A 30. Naphthalene A 31. Nitric Acid, 20% B 32. Nitric Acid, 30% B 33. Nitric Acid, 70% B 34. Phenol, 90% A 35. Phosphoric Acid, 85% B 36. Silver Nitrate, Saturated B 37. Sodium Hydroxide, 10% B 38. Sodium Hydroxide, 20% B 39. Sodium Hydroxide, 40% B 40. Sodium Hydroxide, Flake B 41. Sodium Sulfi de, Saturated B 42. Sulfuric Acid, 33% B 43. Sulfuric Acid, 77% B 44. Sulfuric Acid, 96% B 45. Sulfuric Acid (77%) and Nitric Acid (70%), equal parts B 46. Toluene A 47. Trichloroethylene A 48. Xylene A 49. Zinc Chloride, Saturated B
Chemical 49 Tests
Levels - 0 1 2 3
Results - 30 15 1 3 = 49
Level 0 - No detectable change.Level 1 - Slight change in color or gloss.Level 2 - Slight surface etching or severe staining.Level 3 - Pitting, cratering, swelling, or erosion of coating. Obvious and significant deterioration.
1 14 27 40
2 15 28 41
3 16 29 42
4 17 30 43
5 18 31 44
6 19 32 45
7 20 33 46
8 21 34 47
9 22 35 48
10 23 36 49
11 24 37
12 25 38
13 26 39
STEVENS ADVANTAGE® WOOD VENEER (OAK)
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The resistance a fi nish has to chemical spills is evaluated by the SEFA 8.1 Chemical Spot Test,
using forty nine different chemical reagents common to a typical laboratory environment.
Laboratory-grade fi nishes should result in no more than four (4) Level 3 conditions.
TEST TEST NO. CHEMICAL REAGENT METHOD
1. Acetate, Amyl A 2. Acetate, Ethyl A 3. Acetic Acid, 98% B 4. Acetone A 5. Acid Dichromate, 5% B 6. Alcohol, Butyl A 7. Alcohol, Ethyl A 8. Alcohol, Methyl A 9. Aluminum Hydroxide, 28% B 10. Benzene A 11. Carbon Tetrachloride A 12. Chloroform A 13. Chromic Acid, 60% B 14. Cresol A 15. Dichlor Acetic Acid A 16. Dimethylformanide A 17. Dioxane A 18. Ethyl Ether A 19. Formaldehyde, 37% A 20. Formic Acid, 90% B 21. Furfural A 22. Gasoline A 23. Hydrochloric Acid, 37% B 24. Hydrofl uoric Acid, 48% B 25. Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% B 26. Iodine, Tincture of B 27. Methyl Ethyl Ketone A 28. Methylene Chloride A 29. Mono Chlorobenzene A 30. Naphthalene A 31. Nitric Acid, 20% B 32. Nitric Acid, 30% B 33. Nitric Acid, 70% B 34. Phenol, 90% A 35. Phosphoric Acid, 85% B 36. Silver Nitrate, Saturated B 37. Sodium Hydroxide, 10% B 38. Sodium Hydroxide, 20% B 39. Sodium Hydroxide, 40% B 40. Sodium Hydroxide, Flake B 41. Sodium Sulfi de, Saturated B 42. Sulfuric Acid, 33% B 43. Sulfuric Acid, 77% B 44. Sulfuric Acid, 96% B 45. Sulfuric Acid (77%) and Nitric Acid (70%), equal parts B 46. Toluene A 47. Trichloroethylene A 48. Xylene A 49. Zinc Chloride, Saturated B
Chemical 49 Tests
Levels - 0 1 2 3
Results - 26 18 0 5 = 49
Level 0 - No detectable change.Level 1 - Slight change in color or gloss.Level 2 - Slight surface etching or severe staining.Level 3 - Pitting, cratering, swelling, or erosion of coating. Obvious and significant deterioration.
1 14 27 40
2 15 28 41
3 16 29 42
4 17 30 43
5 18 31 44
6 19 32 45
7 20 33 46
8 21 34 47
9 22 35 48
10 23 36 49
11 24 37
12 25 38
13 26 39
WOOD FINISH (COMPETITOR BRAND)
Surface Finish Testing – 8.1 Chemical Spot Test
SEFA 8 TESTING of Stevens Advantage® Casework
ADVANTAGE®
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TEST TEST NO. CHEMICAL REAGENT METHOD
1. Acetate, Amyl A 2. Acetate, Ethyl A 3. Acetic Acid, 98% B 4. Acetone A 5. Acid Dichromate, 5% B 6. Alcohol, Butyl A 7. Alcohol, Ethyl A 8. Alcohol, Methyl A 9. Aluminum Hydroxide, 28% B 10. Benzene A 11. Carbon Tetrachloride A 12. Chloroform A 13. Chromic Acid, 60% B 14. Cresol A 15. Dichlor Acetic Acid A 16. Dimethylformanide A 17. Dioxane A 18. Ethyl Ether A 19. Formaldehyde, 37% A 20. Formic Acid, 90% B 21. Furfural A 22. Gasoline A 23. Hydrochloric Acid, 37% B 24. Hydrofl uoric Acid, 48% B 25. Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% B 26. Iodine, Tincture of B 27. Methyl Ethyl Ketone A 28. Methylene Chloride A 29. Mono Chlorobenzene A 30. Naphthalene A 31. Nitric Acid, 20% B 32. Nitric Acid, 30% B 33. Nitric Acid, 70% B 34. Phenol, 90% A 35. Phosphoric Acid, 85% B 36. Silver Nitrate, Saturated B 37. Sodium Hydroxide, 10% B 38. Sodium Hydroxide, 20% B 39. Sodium Hydroxide, 40% B 40. Sodium Hydroxide, Flake B 41. Sodium Sulfi de, Saturated B 42. Sulfuric Acid, 33% B 43. Sulfuric Acid, 77% B 44. Sulfuric Acid, 96% B 45. Sulfuric Acid (77%) and Nitric Acid (70%), equal parts B 46. Toluene A 47. Trichloroethylene A 48. Xylene A 49. Zinc Chloride, Saturated B
Chemical 49 Tests
Levels - 0 1 2 3
Results - 27 14 4 4 = 49
Level 0 - No detectable change.Level 1 - Slight change in color or gloss.Level 2 - Slight surface etching or severe staining.Level 3 - Pitting, cratering, swelling, or erosion of coating. Obvious and significant deterioration.
1 14 27 40
2 15 28 41
3 16 29 42
4 17 30 43
5 18 31 44
6 19 32 45
7 20 33 46
8 21 34 47
9 22 35 48
10 23 36 49
11 24 37
12 25 38
13 26 39
VERTICAL GRADE HPL (NATIONAL BRAND)
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The resistance a fi nish has to chemical spills is evaluated by the SEFA 8.1 Chemical Spot Test,
using forty nine different chemical reagents common to a typical laboratory environment.
Laboratory-grade fi nishes should result in no more than four (4) Level 3 conditions.
TEST TEST NO. CHEMICAL REAGENT METHOD
1. Acetate, Amyl A 2. Acetate, Ethyl A 3. Acetic Acid, 98% B 4. Acetone A 5. Acid Dichromate, 5% B 6. Alcohol, Butyl A 7. Alcohol, Ethyl A 8. Alcohol, Methyl A 9. Aluminum Hydroxide, 28% B 10. Benzene A 11. Carbon Tetrachloride A 12. Chloroform A 13. Chromic Acid, 60% B 14. Cresol A 15. Dichlor Acetic Acid A 16. Dimethylformanide A 17. Dioxane A 18. Ethyl Ether A 19. Formaldehyde, 37% A 20. Formic Acid, 90% B 21. Furfural A 22. Gasoline A 23. Hydrochloric Acid, 37% B 24. Hydrofl uoric Acid, 48% B 25. Hydrogen Peroxide, 3% B 26. Iodine, Tincture of B 27. Methyl Ethyl Ketone A 28. Methylene Chloride A 29. Mono Chlorobenzene A 30. Naphthalene A 31. Nitric Acid, 20% B 32. Nitric Acid, 30% B 33. Nitric Acid, 70% B 34. Phenol, 90% A 35. Phosphoric Acid, 85% B 36. Silver Nitrate, Saturated B 37. Sodium Hydroxide, 10% B 38. Sodium Hydroxide, 20% B 39. Sodium Hydroxide, 40% B 40. Sodium Hydroxide, Flake B 41. Sodium Sulfi de, Saturated B 42. Sulfuric Acid, 33% B 43. Sulfuric Acid, 77% B 44. Sulfuric Acid, 96% B 45. Sulfuric Acid (77%) and Nitric Acid (70%), equal parts B 46. Toluene A 47. Trichloroethylene A 48. Xylene A 49. Zinc Chloride, Saturated B
Chemical 49 Tests
Levels - 0 1 2 3
Results - 26 5 9 9 = 49
Level 0 - No detectable change.Level 1 - Slight change in color or gloss.Level 2 - Slight surface etching or severe staining.Level 3 - Pitting, cratering, swelling, or erosion of coating. Obvious and significant deterioration.
1 14 27 40
2 15 28 41
3 16 29 42
4 17 30 43
5 18 31 44
6 19 32 45
7 20 33 46
8 21 34 47
9 22 35 48
10 23 36 49
11 24 37
12 25 38
13 26 39
PAINTED METAL FINISH (METAL CASEWORK BRAND)
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