Modular Vacuum for Labs: Sustainability, Scientific Performance & Economy (Removed)
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This course will focus on the benefits of multi-user, in-lab local vacuum networks for supply of laboratory vacuum in science buildings. The course will review common approaches to laboratory vacuum and consider the relative strengths and weaknesses of each approach. Emphasis will be placed on considerations related to the specification, design, and installation of a “local vacuum network.” Case studies will demonstrate the applicability of local vacuum networks for new and renovated lab space in a wide range of facilities and scientific disciplines.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Explain the relationship between the nature of the science program intended for a laboratory and the vacuum options available to support those scientific objectives in new construction and renovations.
- Identify the potential for material, energy, and water savings that can be achieved by employing laboratory vacuum networks as compared to alternative approaches to lab vacuum supply, and the contribution of those savings to sustainability objectives.
- Convey to clients the opportunity to reduce building emissions through choices regarding the lab vacuum utility by recovering waste solvent vapors rather than exhausting them.
- Recall the questions to be asked during project programming to ensure that the specified vacuum utility meets the customer’s scientific needs and sustainability objectives.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Scott Leahy on behalf of VACUUBRAND. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Scott Leahy
Title: Technical Marketing Manager, VACUUBRAND, INC.
Background: Scott Leahy is the Director of Technical Marketing for VACUUBRAND, INC. He brings a background in engineering design, project management, product management, and marketing to his responsibilities at VACUUBRAND, where he assists design and construction professionals in the implementation of VACUU∙LAN® lab vacuum networks into new and renovated lab spaces. Mr. Leahy is also active in training the A/E community in the use of modular vacuum networks to support the underlying scientific research while ensuring the adaptability, sustainability and economy expected of modern lab design. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from Tufts University, a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) from Georgia Institute of Technology, and a Master's of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
