White Paper

The Importance of Lab Equipment Configurability

Why Configurability Should Be a Priority in Lab Equipment Selection

In today's dynamic research environments—from university biomedical labs to pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities across North America—configurability is no longer a luxury; it's a necessity. The white paper, The Importance of Lab Equipment Configurability, explores how choosing flexible, adaptable laboratory equipment directly impacts operational efficiency, safety, and scientific outcomes.

Tailor Equipment to Your Workflow and Space

Configurable lab solutions empower principal investigators and lab managers to tailor systems—like biosafety cabinets, CO₂ incubators, and ultralow freezers—to meet evolving research needs, space constraints, and ergonomic requirements. Whether adjusting for future throughput or retrofitting to fit a LEED-certified facility, the ability to customize can drastically improve return on investment and user satisfaction.

Insights Based on Real-World Lab Design

This white paper outlines key considerations—such as airflow design, component modularity, and layout planning—based on insights from leading lab designers and biosafety standards, including NSF/ANSI 49. For labs located in high-density research clusters like Boston, San Diego, or Toronto, where space and compliance are at a premium, configurability enables more intelligent infrastructure investment.