Laboratory containment and high containment
High containment laboratories must ensure activities within the lab are protected against imposition from the surrounding environment and ensure the safety of researchers, the environment and the public.
High containment laboratories often must adhere to stringent biosecurity standards to prevent the escape of dangerous pathogens.
We understand the governing codes and standards – especially ACDP, cGMP, GMAP and other internationally accepted design codes – and integrate these into the user’s operational needs, so that our solutions avoid unnecessary operational complexity, leading to ease of use and maintenance.
Ventilation plays a crucial role in the design of containment areas. Our engineers can design advanced ventilation systems to maintain directional airflow, preventing the escape of hazardous materials. Additionally, specialised filtration systems, such as high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters, are employed to capture and contain microscopic particles, further minimising the risk of contamination.
Access control and personnel safety are paramount considerations in the design of containment areas. Laboratories with high containment levels implement strict protocols including emergency response systems and containment breach protocols which must be integrated into designs to mitigate the consequences of unforeseen incidents.
Our team has considerable experience in designing high performance bio-safety facilities to meet these standards and offer a wide range of services that can enhance performance including risk consultancy, process design, clean utilities, logistics, fire, environmental, security, controls, vibration, and acoustics.
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Projects
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A new hospital-based research centre for greater collaboration
Aikenhead Centre for Medical Discovery, Australia
State of the art gene bank embodies flexibility and sustainability
International Center for Tropical Agriculture – Future Seeds, Colombia
Advising Max Planck Society on the development of a new research campus in Munich
Max Planck’s Martinsried campus development, Germany
Repurposing an old school building into a space for 21st century science
Sir William Henry Bragg Building, University of Leeds, UK
Laboratories & research
The modern lab remains central to scientific research, development and discovery. Our approach to designing these environments reflects that importance. We prioritise cost efficiency, sustainability, resilience, adaptability and enhanced environmental performance. The goal is to provide a collaborative and inspiring workspace for scientists.
