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Providing Integrated Solutions for Safe + Compliant Facilities

Science and technology facilities, such as pharmaceutical and biotech labs, are challenged to provide a safe environment while handling, storing and processing hazardous materials of all types. We offer emergency response plans for the chemical industry with an unmatched combination of experience in process safety, chemical hazard analysis and performance-based design to help you meet these requirements and prevent unforeseen costs. Our integrated solutions comply with all regulatory standards to accurately assess risk and hazards and deliver proper life safety, security and emergency management solutions to fit your needs.

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Meet the Experts

Recognized Experts

As members of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the International Code Council (ICC), the Center for Chemical Process Safety (CCPS) and other regulatory organizations, our engineers are active participants in the development of building, fire and chemical process safety requirements and recognized leaders in the development of NFPA codes and standards.

Our staff also participate on over 40 Technical Committees and hold the Chair, Alternate positions and technical task group participation on various Technical Committees for key NFPA Codes and Standards, including NFPA 30, 45 and 400. As a result, we have an invaluable understanding of the codes and the real-world application of those codes in a multitude of individual and unique circumstances.

How we help our clients

We provide integrated safety solutions that comply with all regulatory standards while meeting our clients' business objectives. Our quality control processes verify that the systems we implement will perform as intended. We offer Process Safety Management (PSM) and hazardous material protection solutions that are crucial for life safety, business continuity, loss control, and environmental protection.

Facility Types
  • Animal Research Facilities
  • BioSafety Labs (BSL)
  • Biotech Labs
  • Medical Research Facilities
  • Pharmaceutical Labs
  • Semiconductor Fabs
  • University Science Labs

Science + Technology Industry Services

Learn more about our service offerings for science + technology facilities.

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AHJ Representation + Plan Review

Whether a project is a renovation, addition, tenant fit out, or new construction, all facility designs are subject to compliance…
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Code Consulting + Fire Engineering

From fire system design and testing to code consulting and building commissioning to structural, mechanical and…
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Code Consulting + Performance Based Design

Interpreting and applying building and fire safety codes can be a daunting task. With our in-depth knowledge of the regulatory…
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Combustible Dust Safety

Combustible dust explosions can be one of the most under-recognized hazards in industrial facilities. Without proper awareness and…
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Emergency Management + Response

We work closely with clients in industry and government to establish an all-hazards approach to comprehensive,…
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Emerging Hazards

Our team of experts provides comprehensive services to address emerging hazards, such as combustible dust, battery…
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Environmental

Knowing the full scope of environmental concerns is critical to operations whether in the pre-construction phase or to keep up with…
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Fire + Life Safety Building Commissioning

Without the right commissioning it is challenging to ensure that your fire and life safety systems will meet code minimum,…
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Fire + Life Safety Systems Design

Fire and life safety are pivotal considerations in today’s building designs. The integration of fire alarm systems, fire…
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Forensics

Our experts can help determine the origin and cause of fires, injuries, or electrical and mechanical failures. We also…
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Hazardous Materials

Our global experts draw on our code, design and analysis expertise to create a prioritized mitigation strategy through onsite…
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Industrial + Process Safety

Our process safety consultants have a well-established team to help audit, develop, implement and maintain your process safety…
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Lithium-ion Battery Technology

Lithium-ion technology is evolving faster than regulatory bodies can track. Our experts provide custom and performance-based life…
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Security Design + Consulting

We provide expert counsel to owners, developers, architects and engineers on all security-related issues and requirements related to site…
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Security Risk + Public Safety

Our team of security advisors, protection specialists, emergency planners, threat managers, investigators and leaders…
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Smoke Control + Modeling

Codes and Standards require fire safety features based on a one-size fits all approach. While traditional compliance may be…
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Testing, Research + Development

Our performance-based design engineering approach is informed by our relentless commitment to delivering the most applicable…
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Featured Work

Science + Technology

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HazAdvisr™ Hazardous Materials Management Solution

Improve compliance, minimize risk and help create a safer workplace with HazAdvisr. This solution provides real-time hazardous materials management — at any time and from any location — so you can stay compliant and help protect business continuity.

We partner with you to solve complex challenges throughout the project lifecycle

While many of our services and solutions are utilized across various markets and applications, dozens of others are highly specialized and unique to one industry or another. From aviation, power and healthcare to nuclear energy, insurance and manufacturing, our team of engineers and consultants includes the most experienced industry experts from around the world.

  • Built Environment + Resiliency
  • Code Consulting + Fire Engineering
  • Emerging Hazards
  • Energy + Utilities
  • Emergency Management + Response
  • Security Risk + Public Safety
  • Forensics
Our Office Locations

With offices around the world and team members on the ground in key regions, our global reach and vital in-country expertise enable us to deliver solutions that meet the specific needs of our clients and the communities we serve.

Our Offices
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