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Series 1

Self-Contained Fully Equipped Laboratory

A robust, containerised laboratory designed for semi-permanent or temporary use. Built for durability, compliance, and efficiency, it’s a versatile solution for pharmaceutical, biotech, and research environments.

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Series 1 is your cost-effective, compliant, and portable laboratory solution.
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Some of our Series 1 industries

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Healthcare Medical Devices

Medical Reliability – Compliance-ready environments for medical device production and healthcare testing.

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Pharmaceuticals Biotechnology

Pharmaceutical Precision – Controlled environments for sterile drug manufacturing and biotech research.

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Electronics Semiconductors

Electronics Excellence – Clean spaces that protect sensitive semiconductor and electronic processes.

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Series 1 Modular Laboratory is a fully self-contained, high-performance facility

Built into the footprint of a standard ISO shipping container. Designed for rapid deployment and mobility, this portable laboratory delivers a fully functional, compliant environment wherever it’s needed, without the delays and expense of traditional lab construction.

Engineered for research, development, and quality control applications.

Series 1 laboratories can be configured for chemistry, biology, or life sciences workflows. They are ideal for early-stage R&D, pilot studies, diagnostics, and laboratory testing where speed and flexibility are critical. With its compact, modular footprint, Series 1 offers unmatched adaptability for organizations needing a laboratory that is mobile, scalable, and quick to install. Whether for temporary testing, remote field research, or urgent response scenarios, Series 1 delivers laboratory-grade performance—anytime, anywhere.

All Series 1 packages include:

All work is guaranteed
ISO accredited validation
Performance qualification
Full manufacturer warranty
Operational qualification
References available worldwide

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MCA Finance Options

Making Modular Clean Air Accessible
Investing in an MCA facility is a strategic step towards compliance, productivity, and innovation. To support your goals, we offer a range of flexible finance pathways — each designed to align with your financial strategy while unlocking maximum value.

Capital Purchase

Complete Ownership

Own your MCA facility outright with full control from day one.

Design Stage (PSCA): Upfront payment, followed by staged instalments until design sign-off.
Build Stage: Initial deposit, with staged payments across manufacture, installation, and commissioning.
Warranty: 12 months as standard, extendable to 5 years with a Service, Support & Maintenance contract.

Key Advantages:
Asset sits on your balance sheet immediately.
Depreciation can be offset against profits.
Long-term ownership ensures maximum lifecycle value.
Best for organisations investing in permanent infrastructure.

The facility comes with 1-years warranty.  

Fixed Priced Rental

Predictable, Hassle-Free, Tax Efficient

Turn capital expenditure into a simple operational cost.

Upfront: Delivery, installation, commissioning, validation, and enabling works.

Ongoing: Fixed weekly rental, invoiced monthly in advance.

Inclusive: All servicing, maintenance, and parts included.

End of Term: Extend, upgrade, or return (dismantle/removal costs apply).

Key Advantages:

Rental payments are typically 100% tax-deductible as an operating expense.

No asset or liability on your balance sheet, improving financial ratios.

Preserves capital for investment in core business activities.

Ideal for businesses seeking cost certainty with no ownership responsibility.

At the end of the rental term, dismantle and removal costs will be payable.

BAAS

(Building as a Service)

A complete, worry-free solution — clean air as a service.

Upfront: Design, delivery, installation, commissioning, validation, and enabling works.

Ongoing: Weekly rental fee invoiced monthly.

Inclusive: Extended warranty, servicing, maintenance, parts, and annual validation.

End of Term: Return, upgrade, or extend as needed.

Key Advantages:

Fully off-balance sheet, treated as a service contract.

Rental payments are tax-deductible.

Protects working capital with no residual value risk.

“Plug-and-play” cleanroom without operational distraction.

Perfect for organisations prioritising agility and zero ownership burden.

Return, upgrade, or extend as needed.

Hire Purchase

Spread the Cost, Own at the End

Manageable instalments with ultimate ownership.

Design Stage (PSCA): Upfront payment, with staged instalments until design sign-off.

Build Stage: Monthly (or bi-monthly) applications for payment aligned to progress.

Deposit: Initial deposit starts the hire purchase agreement.

Fixed Monthly Payments: Balance spread evenly across the term.

Ownership Option: Purchase outright at the end for a final fee.

Key Advantages:

Facility becomes your asset at the end of the term.

Interest charges are typically tax-deductible, reducing the net cost of ownership.

Spreads investment while keeping the asset on your balance sheet.

Predictable, fixed payments aid long-term financial planning.

Best for organisations who want the asset on their books but need to ease cashflow.

Purchase outright at the end for a final fee.

Why Finance MCA?

Choice – Four tailored pathways to match your financial strategy.

Tax Efficiency – Rentals and interest payments can often be offset against tax.

Cashflow Friendly – Spread costs instead of heavy upfront capital outlay.

Certainty & Control – Fixed terms, transparent pricing, no surprises.

Service Assurance – Full support and maintenance across all options.

A full guide to Series 1

What is Series 1?

Series 1 is a cost-effective, mobile laboratory solution designed to support early-phase and temporary projects requiring reliable scientific environments. This innovative lab system offers a compact, transportable, and plug-and-play design perfect for quick deployment in field, remote, or temporary research settings.

Whether you’re running pilot projects, clinical trials, or diagnostic programs, Series 1 provides an efficient, affordable alternative to traditional fixed laboratories.

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Why Choose Series 1?

When speed, affordability, and flexibility matter, Series 1 stands out as the ideal lab solution. Many early-phase or temporary projects face tight deadlines and limited budgets, making permanent laboratories impractical. Series 1 solves this with:

  • Rapid Deployment: Operational in days, not months.
  • Cost-Effective: Low capital investment and minimal site preparation.
  • Flexible Use: Relocatable and reconfigurable for different lab functions.

Perfect for startups, universities, contract research organizations, and diagnostic providers.

How Series 1 is Different: Plug-and-Play Mobility for Scientific Research

  • Transportable Units: Easily shipped and deployed anywhere.
  • Plug-and-Play Setup: Connect utilities and the lab is ready.
  • Compliance-Ready: Configurable for GLP and ISO standards.
  • Scalable & Flexible: Modular layouts for specialized workflows.

Series 1 provides flexible, compliant laboratory facilities for rapid scientific progress without the burden of permanent infrastructure.

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