Colorado School of Mines Alderson Laboratory Upgrades

Location: Golden, CO

Owner: Colorado School of Mines

Client: Colorado School of Mines

  • Lab upgrades for laser table, darkroom, gas cabinet, fume hoods, lab benches, and sinks 
  • Prime consultant: 360 Engineering provided mechanical and plumbing engineering and coordinated all design disciplines 
  • Existing system assessment: reviewed mechanical equipment, balancing reports, and hazardous exhaust capacity for new fume hoods 
  • Mechanical upgrades: specified new fume hoods, adjusted airflow and pressurization, coordinated darkroom laser table and curtain placement with architect and lab users 
  • Plumbing upgrades: new lab sinks, gas and compressed air services for fume hoods, and safety shutoff to stop gas flow when needed 
  • Challenges addressed: reused existing ductwork where possible and coordinated new systems around existing walls and structures 

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