Commercial lockers are a very popular solution for storing items easily and securely. Perfect for many different applications including school, office, gym and more. Whatever your needs may be, when you are choosing locker storage there are a few things that you should consider: What’s the difference of those lockers materials and how to choose them. There are a lot of factors to be considered before ultimately deciding on the materials. This is especially important when it comes to choosing your facility’s lockers and storage compartments.
Plywood
lockers made out of wood are used in a number of higher end settings. Nothing beats the rustic aesthetic of wood. This material has been utilized for centuries and is still widely used today. But when it comes to locker materials today, wood doesn’t rank high on the list of quality. People may thought there will be many shortages for lockers. The biggest issue with wood as a locker material is the fact that it is porous, meaning it will absorb odors as well. The odors can compound and create an unwelcome situation not only within a locker, but within a room or corridor where they are located. The porosity of the wood speaks of its organic nature and its ability to contribute as a food source for the growth of mold. Wood lockers will similarly require repainting or refinishing over time for a variety of reasons related to use, fading, and wear and tear. They share many of the same durability issues as painted metal but don’t perform as well since wood is typically more susceptible to damage from direct impacts than metal. If laminated plywood is used, that material may experience delamination if water or other liquids are able to seep between the layers.
Of course, wood has its classic appearance, but unfortunately, man-made products outweigh wood in durability. Wood can chip, or worse, become water logged. It has been upgraded to many different wooden materials, with different densities. The higher the density they have, the stronger structure they are. Plywood lockers which are a kind of material produced from thin layer or “plies” of wood splint to suppress together can reduce the tendency of each panel to split when nailing at the edges; The locker also won’t get expanded or shrunk and it makes the strength of the panel consistent across all direction. The thickness panel of the plywood locker can be 18mm-25mm with a strong function of moisture proof relating to a smooth and well-touch surface.
Particle board
Particle board, also known as particleboard, low-density fibreboard (LDF), and chipboard, is a wood product made from chips of wood or sawdust. It is mixed with resin or glue (both adhesives), then, under pressure and heat, pressed into uniform sheets. Particle board is used in building construction and furniture making. It is cheaper to make than plywood but not as strong. Particle board expands when exposed to moisture. For that reason it is not usually recommended to be used outdoors. It is an engineered wood product manufactured from wood chips, sawmill shavings, or even sawdust, and a synthetic resin or other suitable binder, which is pressed and extruded. Particle is especially resistant to water. So it is very suitable to been used in the wet environment like swimming pool, gym changing room and
Mental lockers
Metal lockers are frequently found in school hallways and gym locker rooms because of their low cost and the view that they’re the standard product in the industry. While metal is seen to be fairly durable it certainly bends and is susceptible to dents and other damages. When the paint is compromised, then the metal is unprotected and that can lead to further damage such as corrosion or rust. This creates issues of both security and appearance if the damage occurs on the outside of the locker. It can also be a significant issue on the inside of the locker, particularly if wet items are placed on the bottom, scraping paint off and causing rust. That rust could eventually require the bottom or the whole locker unit to be replaced. In addition to the durability limitations of painted metal lockers, there are issues with keeping them clean and attractive. Painted metal has very low resistance to graffiti, scuffs and stains. Removal of any of these is typically not an easy task and may require the use of solvents that can damage the painted surfaces. In certain cases, removal may not be readily possible and the only option is to repaint.
HPL compact laminate board
HPL compact laminate board are composed of melamine impregnated decorative surface papers superimposed over a varying number of Kraft phenolic core sheets to achieve a desired thickness, forming a one piece panel which will not delaminate. It can make sure of the safety and stress bearing of the locker also can stop the water from permeation, fire from burn and bacteria from affection. Compared with other traditional lockers like steel lockers, MDF(medium density fiberboard) lockers and wooden lockers, Jialifu compact laminate lockers overcome the shortage of them. HPL lockers have many remarkable characteristics with original structure and elegant appearance. Therefore, Jialifu Z locker is waterproof, rustproof, fireproof, impact resistant, easy-maintain and durable for about 15-20 years. It is the superior locker which can meet all your needs.
Jialifu commercial lockers are made to fit in different environment requirements no matter wet or dry, with features of high density and firmness, suitable for both commercial and industrial needs. Lockers with ventilation not only can keep outer panels dry, but also can keep inner room clean. Besides we will assemble hook on the side panels for other applications. We could provide digital print and engraving pattern customization as need, making your lockers look like an artwork.