Bringing the 1930s
into the next Century
The University of Pennsylvania selected Structure Tone to convert a 1930s style computational structures laboratory in the Moore School of Engineering into a modern research lab and combine two existing lab spaces into one laser laboratory.
The renovation to the computational structures lab included:
- demolition of interior partitions, systems and finishes
- renovation of GWB partitions and ceilings
- installation of acoustical wall panels, anitstatic flooring and white boards
- relocation of electrical panels
- modification of the ductwork, lighting and pathway for tele/data cabling
- masonry work to match the existing historic brick and mortar facade
The project scope for combining the two lab spaces included:
- demolition of interior partitions, casework, systems and finishes
- renovations of GWB partitions and ceilings
- installation of lab casework, antistatic flooring
- relocation and new plumbing, lab gases, electrical panels
- modifications to ductwork, lighting and pathway for tele/data cabling
- installation of three fumehoods and glove boxes and ASHRAE 110 balancing of HVAC systems
Maintaining Safe Access to the Building
During our project the building was an active educational environment that required us to schedule construction around classroom activity and to perform work during the unoccupied early morning and later evening hours. Safe and easy access for both students and faculty were key concerns. During the respective six and eight week construction schedules, our team was vigilant in ensuring unimpeded access and egress, as well as meticulous work areas.
