Science & Lab Tables

Workstation: Most workstations have a wood base with a laminate or resin top surface. Some have chemical-resistant UV finishes specifically designed for working with harsh chemicals. Workstations can include epoxy resin sinks, hot/cold water spouts for easy access to water and gas fixtures, GFI protected AC duplex receptacle outlets for safe electricity and locking cupboard/storage units. Science workstations generally have multiple built-in shelves or cabinets to store your beakers, graduated cylinders, goggles and all of your other equipment.

Science Tables: Science tables frequently have thick wood legs with a black laminate or resin top, similar to a workstation, however science tables usually have little to no storage space underneath beyond potentially a small cubby to stow away notebooks. Instead it is open and enables students to sit or stand right up against the table for experiments. Many of these tables have rubber material or rubber caps on the bottom of the legs in order to make sure that the science table does not slide when students or scientists are working. Other science tables may have casters, or little wheels on the bottom in order for easy transport.

Instructors’ desk: Instructors’ desks generally include a hot/cold gooseneck faucet, sink, storage and crossbars (and possibly an overhead mirror). The main difference between instructors’ desks and workstations is that instructors’ desks are usually mobile, with sturdy locking casters to assist in demonstrations around the classroom. Instructors’ desks are also fitted with GFI protected AC duplex receptacle outlets to provide electricity while being as safe as possible, gas valves/fixture to provide gas when needed.

Features: Some science tables are height adjustable which enables students to stand or sit at the table depending on the task. Many include outlets so electrical devices to be powered without having to leave the table. Another handy feature, most commonly found on instructors’ desks is a display mirror. This is a mirror placed above the table and is angled, so observers can see what is being done on the surface of the table. Science tables, workstations, and instructor’s desks are very important to promoting a fun and safe environment for learning science. If you plan to use these in a lab where chemicals are present, be sure to choose one with a chemical-resistant top.

Purchase considerations for science tables

When customers explore science tables, product type (searched by 15% of customers) would be most critical in their selection process. On top of that, it is sometimes also important to account for special features. Finally, some people narrow down the choices by tabletop surface type, special offers, overall height, includes, shape, overall width, and availability.