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In this course, you will learn about strategies for supplying lab vacuum in STEM facilities. Relative strengths and weaknesses are considered. Emphasis is placed on the specification, design, and installation of local vacuum networks. Brief case studies are used to demonstrate the suitability of local vacuum networks for a wide range of project types—renovation and new construction; teaching labs and research labs; and single labs to entire lab buildings.
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 degree in business administration (MBA) degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.
