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Techniquest has used a raised floor since 1995. I would strongly recommend it, but get the cheapest system you can.
The fancy computer floors aren't really appropriate for exhibits with services like compressed air and drainage etc. We use a Durabella D-lock30 system of 600mm squares which can support 31kg/sqm, if we need more we use a spreader plate. The panels are covered by carpet tiles. We take services in and out of exhibits via a 100mm steel tube with a welded flange. It works really well, giving flexibility of positioning, rapid change and hiding all the distracting infrastructure.
I used a similar system in Vilvite, Bergen, Norway in 2006, although they couldn't get such a cheap flooring system. I believe that they are happy with it, they used it again for their extension.
If you need to know more drop me a line off-list,
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Harry White, Science Centre Consultant
Techniquest, Stuart Street, Cardiff, UK. CF10 5BW
Tel: +44 (0) 29 20 475 475, Ext. 236, Direct: +44 (0) 29 20 475 464
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From: Erich Rose <[log in to unmask]>
Reply-To: Informal Science Education Network <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Mon, 11 Jan 2010 18:04:35 -0000
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Conversation: Question about raised floor systems
Subject: Re: Question about raised floor systems
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For what reasons would you consider a raised floor? Electrical and data feeds? If you hate having cables dangling from above or those ugly cord covers across the floors a raised system would be idea.
BUT, It has been my experience over the years that this gets suggested at some point early on and then when the cost is revealed it gets dropped. Modular systems only work as well as the institution has staff, time and resources to actually make the modifications or reconfigurations.
Hopefully we will hear from some institutions that have actually used one and see how they weigh in.
Erich Rose
Erich Rose Design
807 The Living End
Austin, TX 78746
512-626-9930; [log in to unmask]
On Jan 10, 2010, at 8:03 PM, Barbara Punt wrote:
> ISEN-ASTC-L is a service of the Association of Science-Technology Centers
> Incorporated, a worldwide network of science museums and related institutions.
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> Have you installed a raised floor system? How do you like it? Did you think about installing one but change your mind?
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> Your input will go into helping a national children's museum as they design their new building.
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> Thanks!
>
> Barbara Punt
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