Doors and Floors: Lessons learned on these critical components of research environments

Don’t gloss over decisions on door design and flooring materials in your vivarium construction and renovation projects – these two components can make or break successful operations. Session leaders examine what’s been learned and where the industry is heading that will influence door and flooring decisions, including “smart doors,” automation, new international standards, and best practices. They chart advantages for space use and operating efficiency, and identify legacy practices being phased out as research organizations demand further improvements in maintenance requirements and operating cost reduction. They provide a cost/benefit analysis of different floor and door options, and deliver renovation and installation strategies that minimize disruption and facility downtime and maintain research environment integrity.