John M. Rattenbury 9/15/26 John M. Rattenbury 9/15/26

UHP Gases and The Final Four Feet

Balancing flexibility and purity in modern laboratories

Lab Design News 6/12/26 Lab Design News 6/12/26

How Predictive Modeling De-Risks Pharma Water Infrastructure

Predictive engineering platform allows lab planners and AEC teams to model utility demand, carbon emissions, and equipment sizing during conceptual design

Lauren Eaton 5/6/26 Lauren Eaton 5/6/26

The Science of Today’s Lab Design: Creating Shared and Versatile Spaces

Laboratories are increasingly being designed as flexible, long-term assets using “long life, loose fit” principles—emphasizing modular layouts, shared resources, and adaptable infrastructure—to accommodate evolving research needs and multi-tenant use

John M. Rattenbury 5/5/26 John M. Rattenbury 5/5/26

Invisible Risk: Why Ultra-High Purity Gas Systems Demand Specialized Design and Installation Expertise

In laboratory design, ultra-high purity (UHP) gas systems demand specialized specifications, materials, and qualified installation practices—distinct from standard high-purity or medical gas systems—because even trace contamination can undermine instrument performance, data integrity, and overall project success

Michael Gellert 5/1/26 Michael Gellert 5/1/26

Designing Flexible Laboratories with Overhead Power Distribution

Overhead plug-in busway systems enable more flexible, scalable laboratory design by replacing fixed conduit-based wiring with repositionable, continuous power access that reduces renovation disruption, improves efficiency, and supports evolving lab layouts over time

Trevor Henderson 3/2/26 Trevor Henderson 3/2/26

Power & Data Density for Liquid Handlers: Architecting for High-Throughput Utilities

As laboratories scale up their automation, the electrical and network infrastructure must evolve to support fleets of power-hungry liquid handlers like Hamiltons and Tecans. Strategic utility planning prevents catastrophic tripped breakers, ensures uninterruptible workflows, and guarantees seamless data transmission.