Fab Labs vs. Makerspaces vs. STEM Labs
Fab Labs, Makerspaces, and STEM labs are three types of educational environments that play a prominent role in today's education. In this article we will be discussing the differences between the three types of spaces, as well as the benefits,
2019 Laboratory Furniture Trends
Laboratory Manager recently released its’ ‘Purchasing Trends and the Future of Laboratories Survey’. The annual survey consisted of 774 individuals with 60% of them holding managerial positions for their respected companies. The results of the survey featured promising statistics, current
How to Ensure Safety in a 3D Printing Lab
In the last decade or so, the demand for 3D printers in educational laboratory spaces has increased significantly. The definition of 3D printing is basically when a three-dimensional object is built from a computer-aided design (CAD) model. Both smaller schools
Different Types of Laboratory Furniture Materials
There are many different types of laboratories, and these laboratories require different types of furniture. Fortunately, laboratory designers and planners have various materials to choose from, ensuring that the furniture suits the environment. Below is a breakdown of common laboratory
Everything to Know About Modular Laboratory Casework
Modular casework is laboratory furniture that is not stationary, or fixed, and can be moved and reconfigured as the laboratory needs change. When choosing casework for your science lab. you should consider five major benefits: Modular casework is flexible. In
How to Design a Fume Hood Facility
When it comes to fume hood facility design, there are two main goals to meet: Ensuring that the design of the fume hood facility meets the laboratory working goals Ensuring that the design of the fume hood facility meets all
Is it Time to Replace Your Science Lab Furniture?
One of your top goals is to ensure that your science laboratory operates as efficiently as possible. In order for a science lab to operate efficiently, the equipment and design must meet modern standards. If your laboratory furniture is on
How to Select Educational Laboratory Furniture for your Science Classroom
When it comes to choosing laboratory furniture for your educational fume hood laboratory, it’s important to remember that the furniture you choose, and the way you arrange it, will have a significant impact on the way your students learn. This article
Waldner to Showcase Modern Laboratory Furniture System in Chelsea, Massachusetts
Waldner is the largest laboratory furniture manufacturer in the world, and they are now opening up a three-story showroom in Chelsea, Massachusetts to showcase their SCALA Laboratory Furniture System. Waldner has been producing innovative laboratory solutions for any requirements in
Wood vs. Metal Casework- How to Choose the Right Material for your Laboratory
In this article, we are going to delve into the differences between wood and metal casework for science labs. For our readers that don't know, casework is just another word for cabinetry. Casework is important because it is usually 5-10%