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The main purpose of installing a fume hood in a laboratory is safety. It’s that simple. The better the fume hood, the safer the employee and when it comes to toxic chemicals and tracer gases, you can’t be too careful. Because the safety standard is so high for labs, it’s not only critical to have […]

Your lab’s countertop and cabinet choices are two of the most important lab furniture decisions you can make for your lab.  They handle most of the daily tasks therefore they encounter the brunt of the ongoing wear and tear in your lab.  Taking the time to know what types of material are available is critical […]

If you’ve selected the incorrect lab equipment, you aren’t alone.  One of the most common interactions we have with parties looking to build a new lab is the intention of their labs or a misperception of what they actually need from their lab furniture.  What you can learn by looking at various labs, is that […]

As a lab owner it’s key to ensure ideal working and safety conditions for your employees and staff.  A key area to address is your fume hood.  Like all safety equipment, every fume hood has a specific purpose and ideal working environment it should provide, but many lab owners and staff aren’t aware that fume […]

At LOC Scientific we get frequent questions regarding lab design, materials and installation. It’s our goal to not only provide the products you need for your lab, but assist in educating you about the materials and their ideal uses.  Here are a few key questions we’ve answered recently. What are the different material options for […]