Client
West Virginia University
Location
Morgantown, WV
Square Feet
1,500 SF
Services Provided
General Contractor
MEP/FP Coordination
Specialized Equipment Infrastructure
Shannon Construction completed renovations to three specialized engineering laboratories within West Virginia University’s Mineral Resources Building in Morgantown, WV. The project modernized the EQT, Core, and Fluids Labs to provide updated spaces for hands-on instruction, technical training, and research. The renovations involved reconfiguring existing laboratory areas, upgrading building systems, and integrating specialized infrastructure to accommodate laboratory equipment and evolving instructional needs. Improvements to accessibility, safety, technology, and interior finishes created more functional, flexible learning environments while maintaining the specialized requirements of each laboratory.
Project Highlights
- Renovations to the EQT, Core, and Fluids laboratories
- Interior demolition, space reconfiguration, and construction of a dedicated team room
- Refurbished laboratory casework, new chemical-resistant countertops, sinks, and utility fixtures
- Plumbing modifications, including upgraded air, vacuum, and gas connections
- ADA-accessible laboratory workstation and updated emergency eyewash equipment
- Electrical and data infrastructure improvements, including GFCI protection, dedicated circuits, and audiovisual connections
- New LED lighting, ceiling systems, HVAC diffusers, and occupancy sensors
- Updated flooring, architectural finishes, and WVU-branded wall graphics
- Infrastructure provisions for specialized laboratory equipment, including a gas chromatograph and bell prover