PHENOLIC LAMINATE (Bakelite/Canvas/Grade CE)
Phenolic Laminate, also known as Bakelite, is an engineered thermoset plastic renowned for its excellent electrical insulation, mechanical strength, wear resistance, and dimensional stability under thermal stress. It is manufactured by impregnating layers of paper, cotton canvas, or glass fabric with phenolic resin, yielding a rigid and machinable composite product. At Hason Industries, Phenolic Laminates are used to produce transformer insulation barriers, coil supports, switchgear spacers, busbar separators, arc chutes, terminal boards, and insulating blocks. Its inherent arc resistance makes it ideal for medium-voltage electrical equipment.
We stock Phenolic laminate sheets ranging from 3 mm to 80 mm thickness and machine parts up to 1,600 mm × 1,200 mm. Using CNC milling and turning equipment, we manufacture detailed grooves, mounting holes, recessed pockets, and structural profiles while maintaining tight tolerances and clean finishes. Our technicians leverage optimised feed rates to avoid surface burning and achieve superior edge quality.
In pharmaceutical manufacturing systems, Phenolic Laminates serve as support plates and insulation panels for heat-based processing equipment. Their resistance to steam cleaning, chemicals, and disinfectants makes them suitable for hygienic workflows. Their low moisture absorption prevents dimensional swelling, ensuring reliable alignment in mechanical assemblies.
Phenolic Laminates also possess excellent vibration-damping characteristics, reducing noise and equipment fatigue. They are frequently used as bearing surfaces, wear pads, and friction plates in automated machinery. Hason Industries also fabricates custom enclosures, arc barriers, and terminal boxes from phenolic, integrating threaded inserts, mounting hardware, and identification engraving.
All phenolic components undergo visual inspection, dimensional checks, and surface integrity assessments. With ISO-backed documentation and CAD/CAM programming, we support both prototype development and high-volume manufacturing. Phenolic laminates remain a preferred solution for electrical safety, mechanical insulation, and high-performance industrial applications.