Taking some time to investigate the lab’s operations to uncover inefficiencies is a key part of successful lab design. It’s important to note any complaints regarding lab ergonomics: benches that are too high or crowded, not enough space for computer-related work, workflows scattered around the lab instead of being concentrated. Taking some time to investigate the lab’s operations to uncover inefficiencies is a key part of successful lab design. It’s important to note any complaints regarding lab ergonomics: benches that are too high or crowded, not enough space for computer-related work, workflows scattered around the lab instead of being concentrated.
Top 5 Signs That You Should Repair or Replace Your Lab Furniture
- No longer meets the requirements of your processes.
- The furniture is damaged, no longer highly functioning, or unsafe.
- It was in style when disco ruled.
- It’s not ergonomic.
- It’s not efficient with your equipment and/or your IT system.
Top 7 Questions That You Should Ask When Buying Lab Furniture
- How often will your lab be reconfigured?
- Do your work surfaces need to be height-adjustable?
- What weight capacity does your system need to support?
- What are your storage requirements?
- What processes are you doing in the lab?
- How will the mechanical services be connected to the system?
- Will form or function be the priority in design?
Article courtesy of LabManager Magazine.
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