Laboratory Design Guide

Laboratory Design Guide 2ed takes the reader through the complex stages of laboratory design and construction, offering practical advice and detailed examples.Brian Griffin's working manual covers the latest designs for new and evolving laboratory practices and equipment and includes current and future requirements for laboratories such as automation. Case studies illustrate the points made and represent the international view of the principles of laboratory design. This second edition has new chapters on Environmental Engineering, Hydraulic services and fire suppression and Cost planning. There are also 11 new case studies ranging from the UK to Australia and to the States.This is a vital book for all those responsible for the design of laboratory buildings: the client; architect; engineer; building project manager and scientist. * A comprehensive guide to laboratory design which covers all the technical aspects in detail* 35 international case studies provide a valuable source of information and illustrate how other architects have approached their designs* Expert author is internationally renowned for his own laboratory designs