Medical professionals, scientists, and other professionals working in a laboratory use specially designed equipment to conduct experiments, gather data, or take measurements. For the best outcomes, it is essential to purchase this equipment carefully after considering multiple factors. Laboratory equipment requires investment, and we want you to make a knowledgeable decision. Thus, this blog.
What to Consider When Purchasing Laboratory Equipment?
Availability
Generally, while purchasing laboratory equipment, a quick delivery is expected. Please consider that it is common for the equipment to be out of stock since a lot of them are imported and can take weeks to deliver. Therefore, make sure to look and book products available for quick delivery.
In case the equipment you ordered is unavailable, ask the supplier for a tentative lead time. Doing this will help you compare the lead time and price to decide whether it is worth the wait.
After-Sales Service/Support
Confirming the after-sales service and support your supplier is willing to offer is wise. Knowing this will help you determine the assistance you can expect if something goes wrong after the delivery of the laboratory equipment.
Warranty
Warranty and guarantee are the most important considerations when purchasing any product, especially laboratory equipment. Warranties, in this case, will vary from laboratory plasticware supplier to supplier, and thus, it is best to ask certain questions before confirming the purchase.
- How long is the warranty for?
- What is the process of claiming a warranty?
- Whom to contact for a warranty claim?
- What voids the warranty?
- Can we extend the warranty?
Servicing
Please confirm whether the equipment will need routine servicing and, if so, who will do it. Several manufacturers have authorized service providers/technicians, and your supplier must assist you in sourcing them to get the job done. Ensure to look into the servicing requirements concerning the warranty to prevent it from going void.
Use
People often overlook the usage of the equipment; however, you should consider it during the decision process. Equipment used daily will demand strong reliability and quality compared to equipment with limited use annually. Please consider the usage and buy accordingly.
Price
While many of you will argue and agree that price should top the list of factors you need to consider while purchasing laboratory equipment, there are some things you should consider while calculating the total price. Multiple things, including operating costs, installation costs, maintenance costs, user efficiency, and more, add to the total cost of ownership.
Lastly, it is good to compare the ownership cost with the benefits of ownership to understand the returns you can expect from the investment.
Wrapping Up
We hope considering these six factors will help you make a knowledgeable decision. Make sure to find a laboratory equipment supplier you can trust, as it will ease the entire process of purchase and after-sales support.
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