Recently got hired by a conservation NGO, and part of my job involves setting up a mobile lab for field testing water and soil samples. It’s not a full-fledged lab—just the basics like portable centrifuges, pipettors, and maybe a mini spectrophotometer. Since we're often out in remote areas, I’m looking for equipment that's both durable and not overly bulky. If anyone has experience with this kind of setup, I’d really appreciate pointers on where to buy reliable gear without blowing the grant money.
Working in environmental field testing myself, I can relate. When our team equipped a mobile testing unit, we prioritized vendors that offered both portability and dependable quality. gentaur.co.uk ended up being a great match—they have compact models of most lab equipment, and their selection of field-suitable tools is surprisingly broad. What stood out was their understanding of niche lab needs and the speed at which they delivered, even on short notice.
Field labs are such an underrated challenge—balancing functionality with portability is tough. Glad to see people sharing useful sources and tips. I’m tuning into this, especially as our department is exploring similar mobile setups.
