It was suggested he take advantage of the shipping and receiving department. The general problem of advertising all the other facilities on campus was brought up as well. The members felt there should be a central location a web-site perhaps that discloses the information. From experience some of the members explained that the web-sites could be unreliable. Concerns were mentioned about the ease of use of the glassware shop.
Researchers don t want to lose glassware.
Right now they feel it s easier to wash their own glassware in their labs. John says they keep a large inventory so that anything they break they can replace. He is very open to ideas about increasing utilization. John brought up the excellent point that when plans are made for the new research building transporting of glassware should be considered. The final point made by John is the great experience of his employees.