Universities are more than just educational institutions. They are also central to the research and development of many crucial fields. Every notable researcher started their career as a humble student, and they have university labs to thank for their success. At SelecTech, we are proud to be able to make a small contribution to these discoveries with our ESD materials for lab floors.
Here’s how ESD floors help in the important work and breakthroughs that happen in university labs.
Protect Sensitive Equipment
Many university labs contain sensitive electronic equipment such as computers, microscopes, and electronic testing devices. These devices can be damaged by static electricity discharge, which can occur when someone walks across a floor and generates static. ESD flooring helps to dissipate static electricity safely, reducing the risk of damage to expensive equipment.
Keep Researchers Safe
ESD flooring not only protects equipment but also ensures the safety of researchers working in the lab. Static electricity discharge can sometimes cause discomfort or even minor shocks to individuals, especially in environments with low humidity or synthetic clothing materials. ESD flooring helps to minimize these risks by providing a controlled path for static electricity to discharge harmlessly.
Comply with Safety Standards
Many university labs are required to comply with specific safety and operational standards, which may include guidelines for managing electrostatic discharge. ESD flooring is often recommended or required in such environments to meet these standards and ensure a safe working environment.
Maintain Experiment Integrity
In research labs, especially those dealing with sensitive experiments or precise measurements, static electricity can interfere with accurate results. ESD flooring helps to maintain the integrity of experiments by minimizing the presence of static electricity that could affect sensitive measurements or samples.
Reduce Long-Term Costs
While initially more expensive to install compared to regular flooring, ESD flooring can result in long-term cost savings by reducing the need for repairs or replacement of damaged equipment due to static discharge. It can also contribute to overall energy savings if it helps prevent equipment failures or malfunctions caused by electrostatic events.
ESD Floors for University Labs | StaticStop by SelecTech
SelecTech manufactures flooring products for several industries and applications. ESD floors for facilities such as university labs ensure important work gets done safely and effectively.
