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Co/Struc System
Movable, modular healthcare and laboratory casework from structures, storage, surfaces and sinks.
1971
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Overview
Co/Struc System is a modular, movable component system for healthcare and laboratory applications, designed by Jack Kelley and Robert Propst. It combines structures, storage, surfaces and casework.
Construction
Lab modules, panels and wall strips provide structure for attaching components. Wire chase rails route power and data through the lab modules. Storage components sit above or below the surface, heavy-duty surfaces are height-adjustable and stack, and work tables are height-adjustable and mobile.
Specifications
Sinks are available in a variety of styles and sizes, including cup, ADA and sink modules. The system's finishes and materials are made to withstand harsh chemicals and intense cleaning.
Story
A system built for hospitals
Propst conceived Co/Struc after a stay in University Hospital in 1960 made him focus on how hospitals work, and it officially debuted in 1971 as the first movable, modular system designed specifically for healthcare settings. University Hospital became a research partner while designs for lockers, carts and communication systems were in development.
Laboratories and pharmacies
Co/Struc later found its way into laboratories, pharmacies and administrative offices. Its interchangeable components can be switched with ease, so spaces can change without rebuilding the casework.