Mobile and Modular Laboratory Workstation & Benches

The three primary types of laboratory benches are wall benches (fixed to the wall perimeter), island benches (freestanding in the center of the lab), and peninsula benches (attached to a wall on one end). Each serves distinct workflow needs. Modular systems like those from Workplace Modular Systems can be configured in all three layouts with accessories added or removed as needs evolve.

Modular furniture refers to a system of standardized, interchangeable components that can be assembled in various configurations to meet specific spatial or functional needs. In laboratory and industrial settings, modular workstations allow users to add, remove, or reposition elements such as storage units, utility panels, and work surfaces without replacing the entire bench, maximizing long-term investment and adaptability.

Instrument-specific benches such as the Mass Spectrometry Workstation and OEM-Specific Instrument Bench are rated for up to 1,000 lbs to accommodate heavy analytical equipment. General-purpose and height-adjustable workstations support up to 500–800 lbs, with in-line or corner configurations reaching 750 lbs. Load capacity details are listed per product and can be confirmed during your Design Specialist consultation.

Yes. Workplace Modular Systems is a named OEM partner for Waters Corporation, Siemens Diagnostics, and Beckman Coulter. Benches are also compatible with Thermo Fisher Scientific, Agilent Technologies, Bruker, PerkinElmer, Shimadzu, Sciex, and others. Nine standard configurations plus fully custom options ensure precise fitment for specific instrument footprints and laboratory workflows.

Available work surface materials include Epoxy Resin, Phenolic Resin, Plastic Laminate, Steel, Maple Butcher Block, and Stainless Steel. Epoxy and Phenolic Resin surfaces meet SEFA 8 chemical resistance standards, making them suitable for analytical and wet chemistry environments. Laminate and steel surfaces are popular for general production and industrial applications.

Standard custom orders are typically manufactured and shipped within 30–45 calendar days. Quick Ship configurations for popular designs are available in under 14 days. All products are domestically manufactured in Londonderry, NH, ensuring reliable lead times without offshore supply chain delays. Custom configurations with unique specifications carry approximately a 3-week production lead time.

Workplace Modular Systems' laboratory workstations comply with multiple standards, including ISO/IEC 17025 for laboratory testing and calibration environments, SEFA 8 for chemical resistance on work surfaces, and BSL-1 biosafety readiness for clinical and diagnostics labs. Select models are also ADA compliant and meet OSHA 1910 workplace safety requirements, making them suitable for a wide range of regulated laboratory environments.