What To Look For In Lab Casework

By Albert Cappello |   Feb 27, 2019 4:00:00 PM

As technology continues to evolve, you know the importance of using laboratory furniture that can adapt to new regulations, safety requirements and operational changes.

How To Implement Clean Room Standards

By Albert Cappello |   Feb 14, 2019 9:34:55 PM

If you work in an environment where stringent cleanliness is critical to the success of your process, you know the importance of a clean room design.

How To Use Your Laboratory Fume Hood Effectively

By Albert Cappello |   Jan 23, 2019 2:48:10 PM

Fume hoods play an essential role in any laboratory, keeping technicians safe from toxic chemicals by providing a ventilation system.

Vinyl vs Fabric For Lab Chairs - Which Is Best?

By Albert Cappello |   Dec 31, 2018 2:00:00 PM

I often get asked whether it is better to get fabric or vinyl chairs for workers in a lab.  The short answer is…it depends!

It depends on what you are doing in your lab, whether you are using liquids or chemicals, if you have clean room or ESD requirements and how often the worker gets in and out of the chair.

5 Top Qualities To Consider In An ESD Lab Chair

By Albert Cappello |   Dec 31, 2018 10:00:00 AM

Many people have experienced a low-voltage electric shock from time to time. For instance, you could create enough static electricity by rubbing your foot over certain carpets and then touching metal to cause an unpleasant jolt.

Typically, the feeling passes instantly and harmlessly, so you may not have given it much thought.

Should Businesses Buy Used Laboratory Furniture?

By Albert Cappello |   Nov 30, 2018 5:34:49 PM

When remodeling or building a new laboratory, many businesses often look at purchasing used laboratory furniture in an effort to reduce costs. While the savings may appear to be substantial, it is important for buyers know the hidden costs and risks in doing this.

Biotech Labs Show The Need For Modular Laboratory Furniture Systems

By Albert Cappello |   Sep 19, 2018 11:00:00 AM

According to a Knoll Research Paper, Booming Biotech: Characteristics and Priorities of the Modern Biotech Workplace, the biotechnology industry has experienced accelerated growth in recent years because of “large pharmaceutical companies looking for their next blockbuster drug coupled with an aging population facing a long list of chronic diseases.”

The Benefits Of Purchasing ANSI BIFMA Certified Laboratory Chairs

By Albert Cappello |   Aug 28, 2018 11:00:00 AM

Standards affect all of us, every day of our lives. In fact, whenever you use a product or service, there’s a good chance there’s a standard that is attached to its manufacture and/or delivery. 

Integrating Ergonomic Reach Zones into Modular Workstations

By Albert Cappello |   Aug 27, 2018 11:51:02 AM

Modular workstations are commonly used in today's office and industrial work environments. They provide flexibility and adjustability that can't be beat.

But one of the areas that businesses are forget to look at when they are setting up their workstations is reach zones. So let's take a look at what they are, why they are important and how you can incorporate accessories to make the best use of them. 

The Benefits of Choosing American Made Furniture

By Albert Cappello |   Jul 26, 2018 11:00:00 AM

Most of us put a lot of thought into the purchases we make, from our food, to our clothes, to our cars. We asks ourselves whether or not our food is sustainably sourced or what chemicals are in our toothpaste or deodorant. We want to purchase goods that are made responsibly and are safe for ourselves and our families.