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For over 30 years Starbank has provided a high quality laminating bonding service for many different industries and we are now recognised as one of the UK’s leading companies in this specialised field. Powerful supply chain partnerships and our own logistics means that we are able to offer an unrivalled service, supplying UK specified High Pressure Laminates (including Formica, Polyrey and Wilsonart) bonded to a variety of substrates like MDF, Plywood and Chipboard Fire Rated Door Blanks using various sheet sizes.
The bonding process is undertaken and controlled using the very latest adhesive technology, extensive experience and multiple press facilities. Our unique expertise in this area ensures that we are able to supply virtually any combination of laminate face and core material specified (subject to availability) ensuring an efficient and above all competitive service.
Good bonding practice is observed always ensuring all laminate and core materials are conditioned for at least 48 hours before bonding, to facilitate the highest possible bond quality and strength. We also have the ability to hand spray bond more delicate core material together with your chosen laminate. PVC or Sheet Metal can also be accommodated if necessary. Our buying power within the industry will ensure the most competitive prices for all UK specified laminates.
Our "Joos" panel brushing system ensures that all boards are thoroughly cleaned of all dust and other particles before it enters the glue spreader. Our glue line meets D3 of EN204 and is suitable for MR, Class 1 and O flame retardant MDF or Chipboard. Additional glue line D4 high performance waterproof application is available on request. Glue Line Technical Information available on request. Typical Applications Laminated Panels and Worktops form the basis of many different end use applications such as:
- Shop fitting
- Educational & Office Furniture
- Cubicle and Washroom applications
- Post formed HTM 63 Worktops for the Healthcare
- Kitchen Worktops
- Doors and Carcasses
- Wall Lining
- Marine Components
- Exhibition Displays
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Capacity and capabilities
Our presses produce on average 350-400 equivalent 10 x 4 boards per day, with capacity to double this where appropriate. Capacity does depend entirely on the number, size and thickness of panel.
Standard press sizes are as follows:
8 x 4 (2440 x 1220mm)
10 x 4 (3050 x 1220mm)
10 x 5 (3050 x 1525mm)
12 x 5 (3660 x 1525mm)
*For non standard sizes please contact us details upon application and subject to end use.
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