Is Phenolic Resin The Best Countertop For Your Lab?

By Albert Cappello |   Feb 26, 2021 11:00:00 AM

If your laboratory requires a work surface material that can withstand harsh conditions, phenolic resin may be the best choice for your workspace. 

The Fundamentals Of Fume Hood Safety Training

By Albert Cappello |   Nov 30, 2020 11:00:00 AM

Ongoing fume hood safety training plays an important role in keeping your lab workers safe from dangerous chemicals.

Lab Design Trends for 2021

By Albert Cappello |   Nov 25, 2020 8:37:50 AM

As the pace of research and development has accelerated dramatically, the need for laboratories to produce timely, accurate results has increased.  

Should You Buy Laboratory Furniture From India Or China?

By Albert Cappello |   Apr 29, 2020 11:00:00 AM

When purchasing laboratory furniture, it can be tempting to look for the cheapest price, especially when on a tight budget. 

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.

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. 

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.