When we talk about value, people tend to focus on economic factors like cost and return on investment (ROI).
chillers, heat pumps, generators, UPS) and distribution which can be difficult to install due to lack of space.Also, existing office utility plant may simply be too old, inefficient, or unreliable for lab use, making upgrades necessary..
While purified water can be generated locally, drainage for lab sinks and equipment can be challenging due to a lack of risers in a standard office and difficulties achieving falls, so an overhead pumped system may be necessary.Liquid waste may need to be collected and even treated on-site, which again means additional plant space, and potential spillage (e.g.from vessels or emergency showers) also needs to be assessed – particularly on upper-floor office conversions.. Lastly, labs will typically use a range of gasses.
These must be stored and distributed, and appropriate safety systems installed.In some cases this can be relatively simple, while other gasses (e.g.
vaporised liquid nitrogen which is used in cryogenics, or oxygen which is used in bioreactors) can be very problematic – especially on upper-floors or where labs neighbour office tenancies.. 6.
Planning.. Planning Permission & other approvals may be required despite ‘office to lab’ Permitted Development rights..In a move to make the event even more interactive, this year introduces a one-hour live research session.
Here, attendees will explore various contemporary topics like embodied carbon solutions or integrated factory modelling.But it's not just about passive learning; participants will actively engage in live research, directly inputting their thoughts and opinions via their phones..
In conclusion, the Advancing Prefab event in Phoenix, Arizona, scheduled for the 13th and 14th of March, promises to be a blend of innovation, learning, and networking.Whether you're an industry newcomer or a seasoned professional, there's something for everyone.From Orac in Blake’s 7 and K9 in Doctor Who to HAL in 2001: A Space Odyssey.
(Editor: Smart Sunscreen)