Laboratory, Research & Educational facility
moving experts
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IN LABORATORY & RESEARCH MOVES
Relocating a research lab, biotech firm, or clinical facility is complex—and HMS Healthcare Relocations has built its name on doing it right. For over 20 years, HMS Healthcare Relocations has been the region’s most trusted lab mover by leading medical facilities, hospitals, universities, and life sciences companies for secure, compliant, and carefully coordinated lab moves. From moving delicate instrumentation to refrigerated samples and case goods, our expert teams handle every item with the care and precision your work demands.
HMS Healthcare Relocations is fully licensed, insured, and adheres to OSHA, NIH, and industry best practices for laboratory and research facility relocations. We collaborate closely with Environmental Health & Safety departments to ensure every move is compliant and risk-free.
With more than 1 million square feet of research and laboratory space successfully relocated, HMS is the go-to moving partner for hospitals, universities, biotech firms, and research institutions across the Mid-Atlantic region, including Baltimore, Washington D.C., and beyond.
COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES FOR RESEARCH & EDUCATION FACILITIES
Customized move plans aligned with lab shutdown schedules and research continuity needs. Plus experienced project managements to support the move from start to finish.
CRATING
Custom crates and shock-absorbent packing for delicate instruments and equipment like centrifuges, microscopes, incubators, biosafety cabinets and freezers (-20 Celsius, -80) refrigerators.
Expertise in moving ultra-low temperature freezers and cold chain materials. Skilled in maintaining required temperature ranges throughout transport to ensure product integrity.
Trained teams who follow strict decontamination and handling procedures. Equipped to operate in controlled environments to minimize cross-contamination risks.
Dedicated move coordinators ensuring real-time communication and execution.
Full-service relocation of faculty offices, conference rooms, and shared spaces.
Get in touch with our team to explore a tailored, flexible solution designed to meet your specific moving needs.
YOUR LAB MOVING PROCESS: WHAT TO EXPECT
1. Pre-Move Planning
We start with a detailed move plan tailored to your facility’s needs. Our project managers coordinate with your lab team, EHS staff, and building managers to align on safety protocols, access logistics, and packing guidelines.
2. Project Management
Every project is assigned a dedicated lab move manager who oversees timelines, materials, crew staffing, and communication. You’ll have full visibility and a single point of contact from start to finish.
3. Move Execution
Our professionally trained lab movers execute the move using specialized carts, lift gates, air-ride trucks, and anti-static protection. Equipment is carefully packed, labeled, and moved with minimal disruption to your operations.
4. Post-Move Support
Need to reconfigure furniture, reposition benches, or schedule a second-phase move? We stay with you beyond moving day to ensure your team is fully operational in the new space.
TRUSTED BY BUSINESSES LIKE YOURS
WHY HMS FOR YOUR LAB MOVE?
We’ve successfully relocated over 1 million square feet of laboratory and research space, partnering with EHS and facilities teams to ensure full OSHA, NIH, and institutional compliance. We specialize in laboratory relocations for clinical research organizations (CROs), hospitals and healthcare systems, biotech and pharmaceutical firms, higher educational science departments, and private and government research facilities.
Pre-move consultation and site assessment
Custom labeling and inventory tracking
and glassware
Cold chain management for temperature-sensitive materials
Secure transport of high-value instruments
Disconnect/reconnect of computers and electronic devices
Post-move support, reconfigurations, and equipment placement
Optional short- and long-term medical and lab storage solutions
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410-825-3344
info@hmsmovers.com