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Planning Safe and Efficient Lab Spaces: Key Considerations for Emergency Equipment Placement and Compliance
Thoughtful planning and strategic design in laboratory spaces are important factors to ensure the optimal placement of emergency equipment like eyewash stations and safety showers, promoting both safety and compliance while accommodating future changes and ensuring accessibility during emergencies
Energy Modeling Q&A with Tony Fuchs, PE, LEED AP BD & C
Lori was fortunate to have the opportunity to chat with Tony Fuchs, who is a Senior Mechanical Engineer on the forefront of deciphering new IECC requirements and their subsequent implications on energy modeling
Lab Planning 101: The Complete Guide to Electrostatic Dissipative Flooring
ESD flooring is essential for protecting sensitive electronic equipment from the damaging effects of static electricity—what do you need to consider when choosing and maintaining the right flooring for your lab?
Cutting Carbon: New Tools to Reduce Carbon Emissions From Laboratories
When ranking a lab building's emissions—whether operational or embodied carbon—it's important to compare with other labs
Flushing Water Delivery Temperature to Safety Equipment in Laboratories
Plumbed devices in a lab such as safety showers and eye/face wash fixtures must be delivered at controlled temperatures to support first aid treatment
Lab Design Conference Preview: Leverage BIM Software for Better Lab Design
Hear from Lab Design Conference speaker Brandon Pourch as he explains the benefits of BIM software for lab design/build projects
The Labs2Zero Energy Score: A New Tool for Sustainable Lab Design and Operations
In this article, we describe how the score was developed, how it can be used in lab design and operations, and how Harvard University, a longtime I2SL partner, is using the Energy Score as a tool to help achieve its climate and sustainability goals to be fossil fuel-neutral by 2026, and fossil fuel-free by 2050
Debunking the Dangers of Ductless Filtering Fume Hoods
Despite their benefits, some misconceptions surrounding the safety and effectiveness of ductless filtration fume hoods persist
Scientists Develop Energy-Saving 'Liquid Window'
Material shown to reduce up to 45 percent of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning energy consumption in buildings in simulations, compared to traditional glass windows
BIM Tools Provide Construction Advantages
Integrating 3D modeling tools into a project help with flexibility and budget