Black Bldg. Urgent Steam Shutdown, Apr. 3

Steam systems are unavailable throughout the William Black Building due to emergency repairs today, Wednesday, April 3.

• While we conduct the repairs, there will be no hot water, heating, sterilization, autoclaves, steam tables, or dishwashers available throughout the building.

• During this time, occupants also may notice slightly cooler building temperatures.

• Eyewash devices and overhead emergency shower units will be functional but will be supplied with cold water only. Accordingly, please consider limiting research operations that have significant potential for splash or face and bodily exposure during the shutdown.  

We will provide updates on the status of the repairs as they become available. For questions or concerns, please contact Fred Arce, assistant director of Engineering, at aa164@cumc.columbia.edu.