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? |
Recently Released Lab Furniture
Altus Table System
- Tables can be conveniently integrated into existing work spaces or located as freestanding self-supporting moveable workstations
- Customizable features provide easy adaptation to changing laboratory environments
- Adaptability provides savings throughout table system’s long service life as the needs of the lab change
- Can be configured with many accessories
Mott
www.mott.ca
Premium Series Laboratory Cabinets
- Offer a modular design that allows users to configure their laboratories to meet their requirements
- Traditional casework, islands or hanging cabinets also available
- Featuring sound-deadening doors and drawers, stainless steel pulls and hinges; drawers offer 90 percent extension slides with 150 pounds capacity
- Adjustable uprights allow shelving, cabinets and other accessories to adjust on ¾” centers
Hatfield Laboratory Furniture
www.hatfieldlaboratoryfurniture.com
Cornerstone-WS™ Lab Bench
- Replaces the previous “Basic” lab bench product line
- Features an increased maximum load capacity of 1500 lbs. (previously 660 lbs. with the Basic bench), and an improved leg design that allows for greater strength and stability
- Height adjustment range has also been increased in one inch increments from 24.75”to 37.75”
Sovella USA
www.sovella.us
Storage Wall® Storage System
- Now includes a new tambour door with a double wall foam-filled aluminum slat design that increases door strength
- New aluminum slat design decreases door weight and makes it easy for operators to open and close the door
- Modular drawer, shelf, and roll-out tray storage system provides optimum security, productivity and flexibility
Lista International
www.listaintl.com
Lab Furniture Manufacturers
BEVCO | www.bevco.com |
BioFit | www.biofit.com |
Clean Air Products | www.cleanairproducts.com |
Hamilton Scientific | www.hamiltonscientific.com |
Hatfield Laboratory Furniture | www.hatfieldlaboratoryfurniture.com |
HEMCO | www.hemcocorp.com |
IAC Industries | www.furnitureforlabs.com |
Kewaunee Scientific | www.kewaunee.com |
Lista International | www.listaintl.com |
Mott | www.mott.ca |
Pro-Line | www.1proline.com |
RDM Industrial | www.rdm-ind.com |
Salesmaker Carts | www.salesmakercarts.com |
Sovella USA | www.sovella.us |
Terra Universal | www.terrauniversal.com |
Unilab | www.unilabfurniture.com |