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UConn Gant Physics Laser Lab, Storrs, CT Cost: $350K | Project Area: 2000 sf

The University of Connecticut required renovations to a physics lab including accommodating a state-of-the-art laser costing over $400,000. The laser would need a 3000 pound table to safely support its use.

UCONN – ON CALL ARCHITECTURE

 Task:

  • On-call Architectural Services
  • Renovate an existing 2,000 SF space into two laser physics research laboratories including one state-of-the-art laser lab with 3000 pound lab table for a $400K laser.

Challenge:

  • Project involved full demolition of existing space while retaining and upgrading lab mechanicals, electrical and plumbing, as well as refurbishing bench hoods and adding modular clean rooms and lab gas storage.
  • Lab bench weighing 3,000 pounds