Shipping of medical equipment requires special consideration. Equipment must be handled appropriately throughout the packing and shipping process to verify it arrives with complete functionality. Some details to consider when shipping medical equipment include:
Size and Quantity
The size and amount of medical equipment being shipped will influence how it is shipped. Smaller items can be shipped in boxes whereas bigger items may require custom pallets or crates. A significant quantity being shipped out of the country may make a container worthwhile.
Final Destination
If the destination is overseas it may make sense to pack and load the medical equipment into containers. In addition, selecting a shipping company that has experience dealing with overseas shipping is recommended. There will be international paperwork required and a company that routinely ships overseas will be able to handle the paperwork for the customer.
Experience
Selecting a shipping company that has experience handling medical equipment is suggested. Each medical equipment item will have its own unique requirements. Certain aspects will require special attention and protection during the packing and shipping process. A shipping company with experience handling medical equipment will have the expertise required to provide each item proper handling.
Pickup Location
Consider where the medical equipment will need to be picked up from. If it has been purchased from a private doctors' office it will be necessary for the shipping company to have access to the office. This would be a different situation than equipment obtained from a medical equipment auction site. Verify the shipping company you will be using can pickup from the equipment location.
Houston is home to many hospitals systems. Just a few are listed below.
Memorial Hermann
St. Joseph Medical Center
Houston Methodist Hospital System
St. Lukes's Medical System
Look for a company that has experience safely moving a variety of medical equipment including:
• Medical examination tables
• Microscopes
• Diagnostic equipment
• Autoclaves
• Physical therapy equipment
• and more
Pack n Send in Houston is an international shipper and can box, crate and freight medical equipment. Items will be handled appropriately by an experienced crew that knows how to protect all aspects. Contact us to obtain a free medical shipping quote.