There are specific requirements for laboratories working with genetically modified organisms (GMOs). This is both in terms of procedures and safety measures but also in the physical design of the laboratory as a working premise. In this article, we’ll cover the different classifications of GMO laboratories and walk you through the different requirements for laboratories…
Building technology has become increasingly more intelligent and can control technical installations in a targeted and fully automatic manner. Laboratories have many technical installations and when building new laboratories, we recommend our customers to consider an intelligent and automated BMS (short for Building Management System) to control their technical installations. What is a BMS? A…
Laboratories are responsible for extensive amounts of carbon emissions worldwide. The life science industry has in many cases been overlooked in the green transition for many years but now sustainability is seriously on the agenda. In this article, we’ll cover how to design a more sustainable laboratory and how you can support sustainable operations in…
It can be a difficult and time-consuming process to find suitable laboratory space to rent or office space that can be converted into laboratories. A specialized search and evaluation service might be a solution for you to consider if your company is expanding and needs new laboratory space. In this article, we’ll cover the service…
When designing the perfect cleanroom or laboratory all elements should successfully come together. Choosing the right flooring is dependent on the type of work you’re doing and the materials in use. Before choosing the flooring material for your laboratory you should consider which requirements your cleanroom should meet. In this article, we’ll go through some…
The life science sector is a Danish strength and is continuously growing. Eastern Denmark and Medicon Valley (which includes parts of Sweden) are leading clinical research studies. In this article, we’ll dive into why Denmark is the heart of life science research in Europe. How big is the life science sector in eastern Denmark? According…
The life-science industry has experienced great growth and is constantly changing and evolving. As the industry grows, new laboratories are constantly being created. We at Copenspace follow the life-science industry closely, and we love to share our knowledge of laboratory design with you. In this article, we’ll state what we think are the top 5…
The life-science and biotech industries are on the rise, and the need for laboratory space is increasing exponentially. Many start-ups in biotech and life-science have short term and time limited rental laboratories. While that is a great solution for small start-ups, it can be difficult finding new rental laboratories when their contract expires or the…
A laboratory is and its functionality is a direct product of the design and build process. Laboratory designing requires a lot of forethought and a thorough understanding of the laboratory work to be done. Each laboratory needs to be designed for the exact work that will be performed and that’s why all relevant stakeholders should…
Looking to install a high-tech laboratory in Copenhagen, Denmark? It can be difficult to know which manufacturer of laboratory furniture to choose. Especially when Denmark boasts some of the most innovative manufacturers of laboratory furniture in the world. I hear you say ‘seriously, we have the best in the world?’ Maybe we should say it…