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LAMINATE:
You may hear many names when referring to laminate. Formica, for example is a brand name for laminate like Kleenex is a brand name for a tissue. There are several brands of laminate but there are two types of laminate. Melamine laminate and Hi-Pressure laminate. Read on to see the similarities and differences between the two types of laminate. This term is often misused when referring to surface material. (Often buyers are not aware of the difference because catalogs tend to be vague in their description). Assume competitors products are melamine laminate unless specifically termed as hi-pressure laminate, not just laminate. Both laminates have the same wear characteristics. The difference between the two is that hi-pressure incorporates a phenolic backer.

MELAMINE LAMINATE:
The color or patterned paper that is bonded directly to the particle board core on both sides with the use of resins, heat and pressure. This material is peal and chip resistant.

HI-PRESSURE LAMINATE:
The color or patterned paper that is bonded to a phenolic resin backer sheet. Mechanically applied with heat and pressure. The 1/16 thick phenolic backer material then applied to particle board. This is more impact resistant and slightly more expensive than the melamine.

PHENOLIC BACKER:
Acts as an under layment for use with hi-pressure laminate to provide additional buffer to add impact resistance. It is many layers of paper that are compressed and bonded with the resin laminate.

EDGE BANDING:
A material adhered to all exposed edges for moisture resistance purposes and appearance. Edge banding is applied with pressure and glue for a durable seal.

3mm PVC EDGE BANDING :
Attractive heavy duty plastic PVC material on the front edges of the work surface for the purpose of added durability and comfort. It is applied with a heated adhesive to create a permanent bond to the surface material. Eliminates potential for students ability to pick it apart like T-molding.

T-MOLDING:
This is NOT used on WoodWare products. T-molding is vinyl material that has a lip which fits into a groove in the edge of the work surface. It is pushed onto the edge, not glued. This is a likely area for students to pick apart.

PARTICLE BOARD:
The internal or core board used to which the laminate is applied.

CONNECTING BRACKET:
A 31/2 x 5 metal plate that is screwed on to the under surface of each end of every component for rock solid stability and strength. Two connecting plates are standard with each component at no additional cost. (Other manufactures add-on up to $15.00 for each pair of brackets).

LEVELERS:
Adjustable hardware on the bottom of the metal legs and side panels to ensure a level working surface. Each leveler can be adjusted approx. ½ to level tables even on uneven floors.

MODESTY PANEL:
A panel that provides consideration for personal leg privacy and contributes to the structural support to the desk components (included in WoodWare pricing, not an add-on).

BACK PANEL:
Provides structural integrity and style and leg privacy.

FLIP-TOP CABLE TROUGH:
A Prime Station feature which incorporates a convenient hinged panel revealing an ample 7x 10 storage area for wires and power strips. Wires then neatly flow to the next component via 21/2 grommets in the side panels.

CABLE RACEWAY:
A simple, but effective plastic channel that is attached to the undersurface of any desk for the purpose of neatly routing cables when a minimum of cable management is needed.

FREE STANDING COMPONENTS:
Our tables and components all work as free standing computer work stations including the rectangular tables, the Corner work stations and the CPU / Printer Cabinet. They are also all compatible and modular, in that they can be combined with each other as well as the Printer Bridge, and the 90? Corner. This feature provides great flexibility for arrangement and rearrangement of furniture as teaching and technology dictates.

MODULAR COMPONENTS:
All components can be configured in rows, pods, L-shapes, etc. in any combination. Modular components allow you to create clusters of work spaces in all varieties of configurations. The modular components also utilize your space around corners, data poles, and other obstructions that would otherwise be wasted space.

Metal to Metal Fastening Systems -
CAM and DOWEL FASTENING SYSTEM:
The quality metal to metal assembly system used to join two panels. (no glue is required, metal to metal is easy to assemble and provides assembly strength) A metal connecting dowel screws into the surface of the first panel, and is inserted into the edge of the second panel which contains the metal cam. The panels are joined when the connecting dowel is tightened into the cam using allen wrench or screwdriver.

CONNECTING SCREW and BARREL NUT:
The quality metal to metal assembly system used to join two panels. (No glue is required, metal to metal is easy to assemble and provides assembly strength)The connecting screw goes through a panel into the edge of another panel containing the barrel nut. The panels are joined when the connecting screw is tightened into the barrel nut with an allen wrench.