Laboratory Decommissioning 2.0

FULLY MANAGED, END TO END

Complete Laboratory
Decommissioning

Quantum manages complete laboratory decommissioning projects nationwide, safely handling chemical inventories, biological materials, and specialized equipment while restoring your space to true white box condition.

We identify and recover valuable equipment, instruments, and materials that can be reused, sold, or redeployed, turning what looks like an expense into real recovered value.

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✓ Certified & Insured Crews
✓ Nationwide Service
✓ Full Regulatory Compliance
Laboratory decommissioning with interior demolition and equipment removal
FULLY MANAGED, END-TO-END

Complete Laboratory Decommissioning Services

Every laboratory has chemical inventories, research records, specialized equipment, and regulated materials. During a shutdown or relocation, managing all of it safely and in compliance is what separates a clean handoff from a costly one. Quantum has completed hundreds of lab decommissioning projects for pharmaceutical, biotech, academic, and healthcare clients.

✓Chemical & Hazardous Materials: Licensed handling and certified disposal of chemical, biological, and radioactive materials.
✓Confidential & Sensitive Assets: Secure handling of research records and sensitive lab data throughout the process.
✓Equipment Decontamination: Every instrument is fully decontaminated and certified before it's moved, sold, or repurposed.
✓White Box Restoration: Site clearance that meets local, state, and federal environmental standards.
Laboratory mid-decommissioning with fume hoods and lab benches being removed
⚠Why this isn't a DIY job

Laboratories are a complex environment filled with sensitive systems, hazardous substances, and specialized infrastructure. Left to an untrained team, even minor oversights can escalate fast.

Hazardous exposure
Chemical or biological exposure puts staff and the community at risk.
Regulatory fines
Missing permits, records, or inspections can trigger real penalties.
Environmental harm
Improper disposal can damage ecosystems and invite government action.
Operational delays
A poorly run shutdown slows future projects and drives up cost.
Empty laboratory in clean white box condition, ready for handover
THE GOAL

The power of white box delivery

A successful decommissioning ends with one clear goal: returning the space to "white box" condition. That means every piece of lab equipment, furniture, and specialized system has been safely removed, and all contamination has been cleared.

You get a space that's ready for immediate use, renovation, or handover, plus complete documentation of the cleaning and removal process, secured and ready when you need it.

WHY QUANTUM

A trusted partner in laboratory decommissioning

From the first walkthrough to final certification, every project is managed to the highest bar of safety, compliance, and value recovery.

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Safety First

Certified specialists handle hazardous chemicals and biological materials without putting your team or the surrounding community at risk.

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Full Regulatory Compliance

Every permit, disposal record, and inspection is documented to local, state, and federal standards.

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Asset Recovery Value

We evaluate every instrument and system for resale, reuse, or redeployment, offsetting the cost of the project.

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Sustainable & Responsible

Careful segregation and recycling keep usable materials out of landfills and reduce your environmental footprint.

THE PROCESS

Six stages, start to certification

A clear, documented path from initial site assessment through final closeout.

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STEP 01

Initial Site Assessment

A comprehensive walkthrough to identify hazardous materials (chemicals, biological agents, radioactive substances), review documentation and equipment inventory, and assess environmental impact.

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STEP 02

Planning & Preparation

We build a project timeline, define the scope of work, file necessary permits, and put together a budget covering the resources the project needs.

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STEP 03

Hazardous Material Management & Decontamination

Chemicals and biological waste are sorted, labeled, and disposed of in strict compliance, followed by systematic, fully documented equipment removal.

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STEP 04

Asset Recovery & Equipment Dismantling

Every item is evaluated for resale, reuse, or recycling value. We coordinate removal of lab equipment, casework, mechanical and electrical systems, and furniture.

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STEP 05

Facility Deconstruction & Cleanup

Furniture and fixtures are cleared, built-in casework is disassembled, and where possible sanded, primed, and repainted for resale, reducing landfill waste.

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STEP 06

Final Inspection & Certification

We prepare a complete report of decommissioning activities, confirming the space is safely cleared and documented for its next use.

Lab equipment removal in progress
Labeled hazardous waste containers staged for certified disposal
Laboratory restored to white box condition
TESTIMONIALS

What our clients say about us

Just wanted to follow up to express my sincere gratitude for how well your team performed the removal process of our existing gear.

As you can understand, our senses were on a heightened level with respect to performing this type of removal work in an active electrical room that provides essential services throughout the hospital. Any little slip could have potentially created a major impact to our daily operations.

Your team showed up with a plan that paid close attention to the active environment they were going to execute their work scope in. Precautions were implemented so that existing energized equipment would not be impacted, and sprinkler piping (active wet system) paths were identified so that the removal scope would not trigger an accidental activation. Plus, they kept the process clean. Nice work and thank you.

Troy W. Hafer
Penn Medicine – Lancaster General Health

Quantum Technology was a pleasure to work with from the beginning of the project to the very end.

All of their staff was very professional and they left our property in better condition than I assumed would happen with such a large project.

I would highly recommend QT to work on any scale project with technology requirements.

Devin Beale
Fenway Properties

Working with the guys at Quantum has been a great asset to our growth.

They provide consistent information on product that becomes available, take the guesswork out of buying used equipment, and follow through the sale until delivery.

Customer service seems to be their driver.

Steve Clyburn
ULTRAQUIP
EXPLORE RECENT WORK

A sample of projects we've completed

Real laboratory decommissioning projects, cleared and certified by our teams.

Hartz

Hartz

Discovery Labs

Discovery Labs

Former Eurofins Pharmaceutical Lab

Former Eurofins Pharmaceutical Lab

PTC Therapeutics

PTC Therapeutics

READY TO DECOMMISSION?

Schedule your site assessment

Tell us about your facility and one of our experts will schedule a walkthrough, assess hazardous materials and equipment, and prepare a proposal showing recovered value against removal cost.

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On-Site Walkthrough
An expert assesses hazardous materials, equipment, and access, then builds a plan for your timeline.
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Clear Proposal
See recovered asset value against removal and disposal costs, side by side.
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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Frequently asked questions

What is laboratory decommissioning?+
It involves the structured relocation, closure, or repurposing of a laboratory facility, including the safe handling of hazardous materials, decontamination of equipment, and full regulatory compliance.
How long does the process take?+
Timeframes vary. Small labs may take 1-2 weeks, while larger facilities can take several months.
What regulations apply?+
Local and state codes, as well as corporate policies. Every step is thoroughly documented for compliance purposes.
How is hazardous waste managed?+
Our certified team segregates, labels, transports, and disposes of all hazardous and non-hazardous materials with full tracking and documentation.
Who benefits from professional decommissioning?+
Pharmaceutical, biotech, academic, healthcare, and industrial research organizations all benefit from professional decommissioning.
Can decommissioning be handled internally?+
Certified experts are vital to safety, compliance, and efficiency. Internal teams taking this on often face exposure risk, delays, and potential harm to the community or environment.
How early should planning begin?+
We recommend starting the shutdown process 3 to 5 months before the planned completion date to reduce risk.

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