About
Ryan LaFrance has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Aerospace Engineering from Missouri University of Science and Technology. He is a Professional Engineer in 13 states and has experience designing mechanical systems for laboratory research, education, healthcare and essential community facilities. Known for his dynamic, solutions-oriented approach, Ryan excels at thinking beyond standard design conventions to resolve complex challenges posed by existing conditions. He provides leadership throughout all phases of the design process—from early planning and concept development through construction administration—delivering innovative, constructible, and reliable mechanical solutions tailored to each project’s operational and regulatory demands.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering & Aerospace Engineering | Missouri University of Science & Technology | Rolla, MO
Registrations + Certifications
Registered in the state of MO
Professional Organizations
American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
SPRINGFIELD CLINIC - MAIN CAMPUS EXPANSION
POTOSI, MO
Four story expansion to existing medical building. Building including MRI/CT/Radiology department, provisions for future Cath Lab, and a Fourth Floor office suite. Included renovations to existing building including modifications to the nuclear medicine department and creating rated separation between first and second floors.
SPRINGFIELD CLINIC PEORIA ASC/RCC
PEORIA, IL
Renovated existing space to new Ambulatory Surgery Clinic, with 5 operating rooms, 6 72-hours stay recovery rooms and a sterile processing department.
MASS SPECTROMETRY LAB | WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
ST. LOUIS, MO
Features 8,000 SF for new instruments, sample preparation, computational analysis and training of medical students, post doctorates and fellows. Mass Spectrometry is an analytical laboratory technique used to separate the components of a sample by their mass and electrical charge. The new Mass Spectrometry Center included an open instrument lab for up to 20 mass spectrometers, expansion space for an additional four mass spectrometers, wet lab bench space for sample prep, three private offices for on-site staff, six technology spaces, sixteen touchdown spaces for visiting users, collaboration/kitchenette space, and a large conference room with two huddle rooms. Overhead pendant mounted, Kewaunee service carriers provided high purity gas connections, fume exhaust ports and electrical connections. The mass spectrometers were connected with flexible utilities from the overhead carriers to their custom equipment casework and electronics. Other custom features of the lab was the vibration isolation design and acoustic reduction enclosures for the lab equipment. The room was designed for redundant HVAC and high purity nitrogen as well as generator and UPS power backup. The lab was serves as a critical core facility for many of the schools research groups.
Project Experience
MERCY SOUTH - REHAB HOSPITAL
JACKSONVILLE, IL
Assisted on the commissioning team by developing testing criteria, performing testing and troubleshooting on site.
BOEING B103A TMS LAB
ST. LOUIS, MO
Ground up lab to support a Boeing Research Group. Provided mechanical infrastructure and distribution to support the labs various industrial systems which included 600 PSI 600°F compressed air, liquid fuel distribution piping and pumping, and exhaust. Designed an industrial vacuum system utilizing unconsumed compressed air via a new vacuum air ejector. Designed a spill containment system utilizing trench drains and underground storage tanks, and a unique weir design to contain smaller spills inside the building in lieu of draining to underground tank. All new HVAC equipment was provided for the lab space and the office space which included new air handling unit, steam and hydronic distribution, and ventilation/exhaust. The lab was designed to meet the clients stringent security requirements which included strict requirements for visual, physical, and sound access to the research within the lab space.
MERCY NORTHWEST ARKANSAS - ENDOSCOPY
ROGERS, AR
Served as Lead Mechanical Engineer for Inpatient and Outpatient Endoscopy procedure/recovery expansion, Endoscopy Clinic expansion, and related projects for administrative and staff support spaces. The renovation included 3 additional exam rooms, 2 new procedure rooms, associated support spaces and prep recovery bays.
SPRINGFIELD CLINIC - JACKSONVILLE URGENT CARE
JACKSONVILLE, IL
Expansion to existing Urgent Care to add a new CT department.
DR. CRUCHAGA LAB | WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
ST. LOUIS, MO
Renovated existing abandoned lab space for new medical research lab. The Cruchaga Lab is dedicated to advancing the understanding of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer disease, other dementias, and stroke, by generating, analyzing and leveraging multi-tissue multi-omic data from large and well characterized cohorts. The renovated lab was a BSL2 space with a wet lab portion which included new fume hoods and biosafety cabinets. Provided all the mechanical support required for the new lab equipment, fume hoods, and biosafety cabinets. Project included new redundant air handling units in a new penthouse on the roof and a new redundant high induction high plume fume exhaust fan.
MGI GTAC LAB | WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
ST. LOUIS, MO
Renovated Research Lab spaces for several uses for the McDonnel Genome Institute at Wash U School of Medicine’s Genome Technology Access Center. This lab aims to improve the human condition by producing, studying, and interpreting high-quality, genome-based data that drives biological discoveries. This lab was heavily involved with the COVID-19 pandemic. A portion of the space was designed for a new CLIA certified lab. Another area of the lab was upgraded to accommodate additional DNA sequencing equipment. Provided all the mechanical utility support for all (7) DNA sequencers within the lab. The wet lab area included new chemical fume hoods which required an upgrade to the building exhaust system to meet the latest BSL2 requirements and fume exhaust system design requirements. A portion of the space was dedicated for a freezer farm. Project included new redundant air handling units in an existing penthouse on the roof and new redundant high induction high plume fume exhaust fan.