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.

Why Should You Buy American Made Laboratory Furniture?

By WSI Team |   Oct 31, 2018 11:00:00 AM

As a busy lab manager or purchasing agent tasked with outfitting your new lab with a tight budget and a short timeline passing up the cheap option manufactured in places like Mexico and China can be a difficult pill to swallow.

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.

Using Workspace Design to Attract and Retain Talent

By Albert Cappello |   Jun 30, 2018 3:25:35 PM

It’s a buyer’s market. Not only when it comes to real estate, but also when it comes to employment. Right now there are not enough homes on the market for interested homebuyers to purchase and the same thing could be said for employees – there are more job openings to fill than ever before and less talent to choose from.

When Should You Use A Laminar Flow Workbench?

By Albert Cappello |   Jun 12, 2018 11:00:00 AM

You may have heard of a type of industrial furniture called a laminar flow workbench, but you might not be sure of exactly what it is or if you need one for your business.

Fume Hood Safety: Steps to Take In The Event Of An Accident

By Albert Cappello |   May 29, 2018 11:00:00 AM

The importance of the fume hood in the laboratory environment cannot be underestimated. Neither can following fume hood safety guidelines when it comes to protecting employees who work with toxic or volatile chemicals and compounds.

Basic Fume Hood Design for Lab Safety

By Albert Cappello |   May 17, 2018 11:00:00 AM

Fume hood safety should be one of the top considerations when looking for a new fume hood for your lab. Some techniques for ensuring fume hood safety in a lab are obvious, but some are less obvious, especially when the lab designer is not familiar with fume hood design and protocols.