As we move into 2026, several converging trends are set to create the most favorable buying conditions for surplus lab equipment in over a decade. Three key factors are driving this shift: The conclusion of large-scale COVID-era funding programs—multi-year NIH, ARPA-H, and institutional grants awarded in 2020–2023 are reaching natural endpoints, releasing minimally used, high-end […]
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While new equipment offers appeal, several hidden risks can impact timelines, budgets, and operations more than many realize. Long lead times—often 6–18 months for specialized systems—delay research progress and grant milestones. Rapid depreciation begins immediately, with instruments losing 50% or more of value in the first few years. Supply chain disruptions continue to affect delivery […]
In a rapidly evolving research environment, rigid commitments to expensive new systems can hinder adaptability. Modular, pre-owned equipment offers greater flexibility: Scale capacity up or down as projects change. Test new techniques with lower financial risk. Redirect capital toward emerging technologies and talent. Surplus sources provide access to compatible, field-proven modules that integrate seamlessly with […]
