EC Laridon Laboratory Furniture is one of South Africa’s longest established and leading specialists in the design, manufacture and installation of laboratory furniture, fume cupboards and associated services.
We can supply everything from a single workstation or fume cupboard to a complete suite of state of the art research laboratories. Over the years, we’ve designed and manufactured laboratories to world standards and design their facilities for maximum return on investment and great adaptability to change.
The E.C. Laridon heritage originated in saw mills of early Basotho land, known today as Lesotho under the company founder Emile Constance Laridon. The company established itself in South Africa in 1966. Since then the name E.C.Laridon has been associated with quality and craftsmanship that is unrivalled on the African continent. It is thanks to this Quality of work that our name now graces the furniture of labs all over African shores and beyond. We pride ourselves in our service and our work, and we are confident you will be more than happy with our product.
Modular and fixed shelving options in a variety of materials to accommodate any application. EC Laridon offers a number of standard and bespoke shelving designs, including a flexible design that allows both height adjustment and removal of the shelves. EC Laridon offers the following shelving solutions: wall banded shelving, ladder frame shelving, boltless modular steel shelving, bolted stainless steel shelving…
Frames are manufactured from epoxy coated steel. The steel sections are chosen to provide a robust frame for the size of bench specified. The frames can be finished in a range of colours. We recommend the textured (orange peel effect) finishes as they are tougher and more scratch resistant. All tables are fitted with height adjustable feet to aid levelling on uneven floors. Options such as low level shelves and cupboard/drawer units may be fitted to the table.
Above worktop shelving provides additional storage for reagents and other equipment. Power and data sockets can be mounted on the face of a vertical or horizontal services box. Water and gas services can be run within the services box with pendant type outlets below. Incorporating the service outlets within the reagent shelving allows an uninterrupted worktop area. EC Laridon offers a number of standard and bespoke designs, including: bench mounted steel frame system, ceiling suspended system and continuous box reagent shelf…
Laboratory services at YOUR site in locations that might not otherwise support full laboratory facilities. In the mining sector, this novel use of the mobile laboratory brings sample analysis to your site ensuring fast turnaround and accurate, reliable geochemical and assay data. The same concept can be applied in other fields such as Petroleum testing, water testing and environmental bioassay testing. EC Laridon offers you a fully finished mobile laboratory that is either fully housed within or transported by a vehicle such as a converted truck, carrier vehicle, trailer or container…
Chemical resistant compact laminate surface material. G-Lab® is a product which is formed after its special production method to be used as laboratory tables and cabinets that require high chemical retardancy. G-Lab® panels -developed for interior use – are decorative and ready for use panels which are pressed under high temperature and pressure.
Explore EC Laridon’s comprehensive range of laboratory cabinets and casework, featuring sturdy 18mm melamine construction with high-impact PVC edging, top-quality grass hinges, and optional soft-close systems for modern functionality.
Work Surfaces have to withstand the ongoing punishment of a modern laboratory. A high-quality worktop needs to be chemical resistant, hygienic, easy to clean and maintain, durable and flexible. Increasingly, there is also an additional requirement to find environmentally friendly solutions – to minimise ecological impact and maximise effectiveness. We provide you with a versatile selection of work surface materials to meet virtually any application…
Laboratory emergency shower systems and chemical storage solutions. BROEN-LAB Emergency Shower Systems are a world leader in the supply of emergency showers, eye washers and safety equipment to professional laboratories, the education sector and industrial workplaces. Our complete solutions are designed and developed for dynamic workplaces, and the system is modular so that transport and installation are as simple as possible. BROEN-LAB Emergency Shower Systems ensure optimum relief after an accident…
Water, waste and gas fittings with features that are designed to be flexible, durable and compliant. EC Laridon recommends the use of the BROEN-LAB range for laboratory applications. We offer a range of laboratory water taps, they are available in Pillar, Swan-neck and Mixer tap styles. Certified by all relevant water and gas authorities. BROEN-LAB laboratory fittings are manufactured from a high quality brass. For certain media applications other materials such as stainless steel and plastic are being used…
A range of laboratory accessories to complement the functionality and versatility of any laboratory. EC Laridon complementary products include chemical spill catch trays, stainless steel staining racks, peg board drying racks, laboratory seating, power and data outlets, bio safety cabinets, laminar flow cabinets, ductless fume hoods, laboratory dishwashers…
Fume cupboards and hoods, PVC and Polypropylene ducting, centrifugal fans and custom designed scrubber systems. A fume cupboard (sometimes called a fume hood or fume closet) is a local ventilation device that is designed to limit exposure of the operator and lab personnel to hazardous or toxic fumes, vapours or dusts…
As part of our complementary range, EC Laridon offers a range of furniture and seating options that can either match the look of your laboratory furniture, or provide an aesthetic solution with a range of furniture that is in line with modern corporate furniture trends.
Fundermax - Max Resistance | EC Laridon
Max Resistance2 combines the very best intrinsic qualities: extreme resistance to the most aggressive chemicals, natural strength, long lasting durability, and an easy-to-clean surface. What’s more, it opens up new design possibilities.
DuPont Corian Chemical Resistance
This technical bulletin discusses the chemical resistance of DuPont™ Corian® solid surface. Chemical resistance is evaluated by placing a material on Corian® solid surface and covering it for 16 hours. Time of exposure is an important factor; prompt removal of chemicals will prevent most damage.
Acrylic Solid Surface Test Report
Test report for the acrylic solid surface.