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The Norlab Laboratory Cabinets offer the highest level of storage organisation and structural reliability that your laboratory requires for the efficient, safe, and compliant management of equipment, chemicals, and research materials:
• Resistance
Our laboratory cabinets are designed to maximise storage efficiency and workflow clarity across every zone of your laboratory. Purpose-built compartments, adjustable shelving, and secure locking options ensure every material, tool, and reagent has a designated place, reducing clutter and supporting safe, organised daily operations.
• Customisation
Our laboratory cabinets can be customised in material, configuration, door type, hardware finish, and interior layout to match the specific storage needs, chemical exposure requirements, and spatial design of your laboratory.
• Compliance
Our laboratory cabinets meet SEFA 8, AS/NZS 2243, and ISO 9001, ensuring every unit delivers the structural integrity, material performance, and safety requirements expected in professional laboratory environments.
Optimal Space
Chemical Resistance
Moisture Resistance
Abrasion Resistance
Easy to Clean
Long Durability
Norlab laboratory cabinets are engineered using phenolic, galvanised steel, cold-rolled steel, or wood composite materials, paired with chemical-resistant surfaces and hardware designed to withstand the demands of active laboratory environments. Reinforced door hinges, adjustable shelf brackets, and corrosion-resistant finishes ensure long-term structural stability and ease of maintenance across every installation. Every unit is manufactured under strict Australian quality standards and designed to provide a durable, organised, and chemically safe storage system that supports efficient workflow and regulatory compliance throughout every area of your laboratory.
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Chemical Resistance |
Diluted Acids, Alcohols & Cleaning Chemicals |
Mild Chemicals & Standard Cleaners |
Limited Chemical Exposure Only |
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Moisture Resistance |
Non-Porous Surface |
Moisture Resistant Coating |
Susceptible to Swelling & Warping |
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Impact Resistance |
Will Not Rust or Corrode |
Coating Protects Against Rust |
No Rusting, But Moisture Degradation Possible |
• SEFA 8
Performance standard developed by the Scientific Equipment and Furniture Association (SEFA) for laboratory casework, cabinetry, storage systems, and laboratory furniture. Establishes testing and performance requirements for structural integrity, load-bearing capacity, durability, chemical resistance, moisture resistance, impact resistance, finish performance, and long-term reliability under laboratory operating conditions. Provides evaluation criteria to ensure laboratory cabinets maintain performance, safety, and structural stability in demanding research, healthcare, pharmaceutical, educational, and industrial laboratory environments where durability and dependable storage solutions are essential.
• AS/NZS 2982
Australian and New Zealand standard for the design and construction of laboratory facilities. Establishes requirements and recommendations for laboratory layouts, material selection, furniture integration, safety considerations, durability, workflow efficiency, and operational functionality. Provides guidance for the specification and installation of laboratory casework, storage systems, and specialised furniture, including laboratory cabinets used in research, healthcare, pharmaceutical, educational, and industrial laboratory environments. Widely referenced throughout Australia and New Zealand to support safe, efficient, and long-lasting laboratory facilities.
• ISO 9001
International quality management standard published by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). Establishes requirements for a documented Quality Management System (QMS) focused on consistent manufacturing processes, quality assurance, customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and product traceability. For laboratory cabinets, ISO 9001 certification demonstrates that manufacturing operations follow recognised quality management practices designed to ensure consistent product quality, reliable performance, manufacturing precision, and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements across laboratory, healthcare, educational, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
• We replaced our outdated storage with Norlab laboratory cabinets across multiple research rooms. The build quality is immediately noticeable, drawers operate smoothly under heavy loads, and the installation matched our existing countertops perfectly. 
• Our laboratory cabinets are exposed to constant daily use, chemical cleaning, and heavy equipment storage. After months of operation, the cabinets still look and perform like new, with no warping, corrosion, or hardware issues.
The right material depends on your laboratory’s environment, cleaning protocols, and long-term operational budget. Each cabinet type is designed for a different level of chemical exposure, moisture resistance, and structural demand.
Phenolic laboratory cabinets are the preferred specification when moisture resistance is the primary concern. They are commonly installed in microbiology laboratories, biosafety environments, and spaces with frequent aggressive disinfection using bleach solutions or isopropanol. In these environments, wood may degrade over time and metal can be more susceptible to long-term wear around exposed edges or joints.
Metal laboratory cabinets are the standard for high-demand environments such as pharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial quality control laboratories, and government facilities. They offer exceptional structural durability and are often preferred in projects that require documented compliance with recognised laboratory standards.
Wood laboratory cabinets are the most cost-effective option for dry environments with moderate cleaning requirements. They are commonly used in teaching laboratories, research facilities, and office-adjacent laboratory spaces where aesthetics matter and chemical exposure is limited to occasional surface contact.
If your laboratory contains areas with different exposure conditions — such as a dry storage zone and a wet bench area — Norlab commonly specifies different cabinet materials for different sections within the same project.
Laboratory cabinets can be manufactured to match existing benchtop dimensions in the vast majority of cases. If your existing benchtops use non-standard dimensions, Norlab manufactures cabinets to your exact measurements rather than forcing a standard size that could create visible gaps, alignment issues, or installation complications.
The main situation where matching becomes difficult is when the existing benchtops are significantly warped or uneven. In those cases, a new cabinet system installed beneath a compromised benchtop may inherit the same alignment problems. Before manufacturing replacement laboratory cabinets, Norlab’s team evaluates the existing installation to identify any structural or levelling conditions that could affect the final fit and appearance.
Interior configuration is fully customisable and is one of the main reasons laboratories specify Norlab instead of relying on catalogue-standard cabinets. During the design phase, each project can be configured with custom drawer dimensions, drawer quantities per cabinet, adjustable shelf positions, internal dividers, lock configurations, and utility access provisions for plumbing, gas services, or electrical conduits.
The modular shelving system uses adjustable shelf supports, allowing storage layouts to be reconfigured after installation as workflow requirements evolve without tools or permanent modifications. Utility access provisions should be specified before manufacturing begins, as adding them after installation requires on-site modification that is more costly and produces a less refined result than factory-prepared openings.
If you share your workflow requirements and utility layout during the consultation process, Norlab’s team designs the cabinet interior configuration around how the laboratory actually operates.
Each certification addresses a different aspect of quality, performance, and compliance.
SEFA 8-PH, SEFA 8-M, and SEFA 8-W establish recognised performance requirements for laboratory casework and cabinetry, covering structural integrity, hardware durability, load-bearing performance, material resistance, and construction quality specific to professional laboratory environments.
ISO 9001 certifies the manufacturing quality management system. While it does not certify the laboratory cabinets themselves, it confirms that manufacturing processes follow documented and auditable quality-control procedures designed to maintain consistency across production.
AS/NZS standards provide guidance for laboratory design, safety, functionality, and operational performance within Australian and New Zealand laboratory environments.
During audits and compliance assessments, the documentation package provided by Norlab — including material certifications, dimensional specifications, and manufacturing standards — is typically reviewed to verify conformity with project requirements. Norlab includes this documentation as part of the standard project delivery process rather than offering it as an additional service.
No, laboratory cabinets are not intended for the storage of hazardous chemicals, even when the cabinet materials themselves offer excellent chemical resistance. For chemical and hazardous material storage, Norlab offers a dedicated range of safety storage cabinets specifically engineered for that purpose, including flammable liquid storage cabinets, acid storage cabinets, and specialised sample storage solutions.
These products are designed to support laboratory safety, risk management, and compliance requirements that go beyond the capabilities of general laboratory cabinetry. If your project involves chemical storage, Norlab’s team can recommend the appropriate storage solution based on the substances being stored and the operational requirements of your facility.
Your laboratory storage solved — chemically resistant, durable, and configured around the way your team works.
Tell us what equipment, and supplies you need to store and we’ll recommend the right cabinet configuration, layout, and storage solution — at no cost, no obligation.
Expert guidance included — free 3D design
Our lab safety specialists review your project personally.
Fully custom — configuration, doors, drawers and shelving
Chemical resistant laboratory cabinets matched to your workflow.
Australian owned & operated — nationwide delivery
Manufactured and supported from Victoria.
