Safety
Beyond the Webinar: Expert Insights on Fume Hood Risk Mitigation
Fume Hood Risk Mitigation Digital Conference speaker Coryne Casey reviews her “Ask Me Anything” webinar, now available on demand—read about her key webinar takeaways, unanswered questions, and insights on future trends in lab design for fume hood safety
Lab Planning 101: There is No Easy Button for Adding a Fume Hood to a Lab
Adding a fume hood to a lab is a complex and costly process requiring careful consideration of ventilation requirements, space limitations, regulatory compliance, coordination among stakeholders, and ongoing maintenance
Preserving the Past: Fossil Prep Lab Renovations at USU’s Prehistoric Museum
Utah State University Eastern Prehistoric Museum is fundraising for a phased renovation of its fossil preparation lab to enhance safety, maximize space flexibility, and modernize equipment, ensuring a better environment for staff, students, volunteers, and visitors while continuing its legacy of paleontological discoveries
Incorporating Fully Automated Test Programs in Lab Design and Renovation
Integrating automation into laboratory design requires a focus on lean principles, stakeholder engagement, flexibility for future growth, and continuous improvement to create efficient, safe, and adaptable spaces that support evolving technologies and workflows
Enhance Your Lab Safety Expertise with Exclusive Lab Design Conference Workshops
Enhance your expertise at the 2025 Lab Design Conference by adding one of two expert-led workshops to your ticket, offering a deeper dive into key topics such as hazard assessment, regulatory compliance, fume hood performance, and sustainable lab safety practices
Choosing the Right Vacuum System for Your Laboratory
When designing a new lab or retrofitting an old one, make sure you chose the best vacuum system for your needs
Sustainable Solutions for Lab Water Management: Compliance, Treatment, and Conservation
John Rattenbury’s webinar, now available on demand, explores essential strategies for managing water and wastewater in laboratories, covering regulatory compliance for wastewater discharge, treatment techniques, contamination prevention, and water-saving measures to promote sustainability and support environmental conservation
Everything You Need to Know About Choosing and Outfitting a Lab
Kelly Sullivan, PhD, shares essential strategies for lab managers on choosing and outfitting lab spaces, emphasizing the importance of budgeting for current and future needs, evaluating lab options (from custom-built to shared spaces), and considering flexibility to accommodate growth and innovation
Webinar Preview: From Selection to Safety: Navigating ESD Flooring for High-Performance Laboratories
Register for this free webinar to learn how to navigate the selection and installation of electrostatic discharge (ESD) flooring for high-performance laboratories, as well as best practices for proper testing and maintenance
Weathering the Storms: My Journey in Laboratory Design
In laboratory design, resilience is crucial for safety and efficiency, as shown by strategies like elevating critical infrastructure, reinforcing flood protection, and using humidity-resistant materials to support continuous research operations and protect the well-being of staff