Laboratory Equipment Resale Services UK | Sell Surplus Scientific Equipment

UniGreenScheme helps laboratories recover value from surplus scientific equipment through collection, resale, reuse and sustainable asset management.

We collect, store, market and resell used laboratory equipment across the UK and worldwide, helping organisations free up space, generate revenue and prevent unnecessary waste.

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What is UniGreenScheme?

UniGreenScheme is a UK-based laboratory equipment resale and reuse service specialising in surplus scientific, teaching, research and industrial equipment.

Giving unused laboratory equipment a second life by connecting surplus assets with buyers who can continue using them.

Generate funds

Recover value from surplus laboratory equipment and generate funds that can be used towards new equipment.

Save time and costs

Reduce the burden of rehoming, storing or selling equipment internally.

Reach sustainability targets

Support reuse, circular economy goals and better environmental outcomes.

Regain valuable space

Clear unused equipment from laboratories, stores and workspaces quickly.

UniGreenScheme surplus lab equipment collection

Why organisations choose UniGreenScheme

Trusted by universities, research facilities and private laboratories across the UK, UniGreenScheme provides a managed route for surplus scientific equipment that saves time, recovers value and supports sustainability goals.

Specialist expertise

Laboratory equipment specialists with experience across universities, research facilities and private laboratories.

Managed service

Collection, storage, marketing and resale handled by one team, reducing the burden on internal staff.

Revenue recovery

Generate funds from suitable surplus equipment through resale, brokering or outright purchase options.

Sustainability support

Reuse metrics and reporting are available to support sustainability, circular economy and internal stakeholder goals.

Have you assessed your equipment or lab lately?

If your lab, workspace or storage area is full of equipment collecting dust rather than data, UniGreenScheme can help identify and remove surplus equipment.

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Why use a laboratory resale service?

Unused laboratory equipment often takes up valuable space while creating disposal, storage and staff workload challenges.

Recover space quickly

Remove unwanted equipment from laboratories, stores, corridors and workspaces.

Generate revenue

Turn suitable surplus equipment into a revenue opportunity instead of a disposal cost.

Avoid unnecessary waste

Keep working equipment in use and reduce avoidable disposal.

Reduce staff workload

Let UniGreenScheme manage collection, storage, marketing and resale.

Support sustainability

Contribute to reuse, waste reduction and circular economy initiatives.

Improve reporting

Receive useful resale and reuse metrics for internal stakeholders.

Service options

Profit Share

Best for: universities, laboratories and larger clearances

UniGreenScheme collects, stores and sells the equipment before returning a share of the proceeds.

Fastest option

Outright Purchase

Best for: fast turnaround projects

Suitable equipment can be purchased directly for faster clearance and immediate revenue.

High-value assets

Brokering

Best for: higher-value specialist equipment

Higher value assets can remain on-site while UniGreenScheme markets and brokers the sale.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a laboratory equipment resale service?

A laboratory equipment resale service helps organisations recover value from surplus scientific equipment by facilitating reuse instead of disposal.

Does UniGreenScheme collect laboratory equipment?

Yes. UniGreenScheme collects suitable laboratory equipment across the UK and can arrange collection as part of a managed resale service.

Can private laboratories use UniGreenScheme?

Yes. UniGreenScheme works with universities, research facilities, NHS organisations, biotech companies and private laboratories.

Why is reuse better for sustainability?

Reuse extends equipment lifespan, reduces waste, avoids unnecessary disposal and lowers demand for manufacturing replacement equipment.

What types of laboratory equipment can be resold?

Many categories of scientific equipment can be resold, including analytical instruments, centrifuges, incubators, fume cupboards, balances, microscopes and general laboratory equipment.

Do you provide sustainability reporting?

Yes. Reporting and reuse metrics can be provided to support sustainability objectives, waste reduction initiatives and internal stakeholder reporting.

How much is used laboratory equipment worth?

The value depends on age, condition, manufacturer, model, market demand and whether the equipment is fully operational. UniGreenScheme can provide an appraisal to help determine resale potential.

Does UniGreenScheme collect laboratory equipment across the UK?

Yes. We provide UK-wide laboratory equipment collections for universities, research facilities, private laboratories, healthcare organisations and businesses.

Can universities sell surplus laboratory equipment?

Yes. Universities use UniGreenScheme to clear surplus equipment, recover value from assets, free up space and support sustainability objectives.

Can private companies use your resale service?

Yes. We work with universities, research institutes, pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology organisations, healthcare providers and private laboratories.

What happens to laboratory equipment that cannot be sold?

Where equipment is unsuitable for resale, we can discuss alternative options such as recycling, responsible disposal or recovery routes where appropriate.

Do you provide laboratory clearance services?

Yes. We can assist with individual equipment collections, laboratory clearances, department relocations and larger asset management projects.

How long does the resale process take?

Timescales vary depending on equipment type, quantity and market demand. Our team can provide guidance and updates throughout the resale process.

Do I need to prepare equipment before collection?

We recommend removing personal data, samples and consumables where possible. Our team will discuss any preparation requirements before collection.

Can you collect equipment from active laboratories?

Yes. We regularly collect equipment from operational laboratories, research facilities and educational institutions while working around site requirements.

Do you purchase laboratory equipment outright?

In some cases, suitable laboratory equipment can be purchased directly by UniGreenScheme for faster clearance and immediate revenue recovery.

What is laboratory asset recovery?

Laboratory asset recovery is the process of identifying, collecting and reselling surplus scientific equipment to maximise value while avoiding unnecessary disposal.

Can you help with laboratory relocations?

Yes. We can support relocation projects by identifying surplus assets, arranging collections and helping organisations maximise value from equipment no longer required.