In reply to jonoh:
It is in the context of a pre-purchase check-list for buying laboratory equipment; heading are currently:
Dimensions (will it fit through the door)
Services required (Do I need to hire a plumber)
Environmental Conditions (Does it need to be in a frictionless vacuum)
IT (Can I watch youtube on it)
and Other (Vibration, EMI, noise, radiation, fumes and other stuff)