MODERN laboratories require regulated temperature, humid- ity, relative static pressure, air motion, air cleanliness, sound,
and exhaust. This chapter addresses biological, chemical, animal,
and physical laboratories. Within these generic categories, some
laboratories have unique requirements. This chapter provides an
overview of the HVAC characteristics and design criteria for laboratories,
including a brief overview of architectural and utility concerns.
This chapter does not cover pilot plants, which are essentially
small manufacturing units.