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This is because these devices, equipment, and machines . . . ## Workshop: can you sell your pre-used assets? Buying pre-loved items is becoming increasingly popular, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic and a better awareness of its environmental benefits. According to eBay, there . . . ## Workshop: green your lab by reusing equipment Laboratories often produce vast amounts of waste, due to frequent personnel turnover, lab moves, and changing research needs. The increased use of single-use plastics, . . . ## Feature: setting up sites, campuses, and departments A Warp It feature often overlooked, but proven to be very popular, is the capability of setting up sites, campuses and even departments on the system. NHS Trusts, . . . ## Workshop: Creating storage hubs for the Warp It reuse community Storage space is at a premium becoming increasingly scarce, especially as many organisations reimagine and reshape their spaces as they move towards remote or hybrid . . . ## Workshop: making storage work for your reuse and circular economy strategy The Warp It ambition to make reuse and the circular economy the norm is coming to fruition as our community make huge strides in reducing waste and carbon by reusing and . . . ## Workshop: Donating surplus items to the third sector & schools Non-profit organisations operate as businesses and donating furniture, stationery, equipment, and other items will allow them to focus on their core activities, be . . . ## Warp It authenticated Being safe online is essential and as part of our ongoing improvement measures to ensure that the Warp it system is a secure environment we’re encouraging customers to . . . ## Workshop: Repair and refurbishment: fitting it into your circular economy strategy Moving away from the ‘Take-Make-Dispose’ linear economic model and adopting a circular economy is a recognised and respected solution to address global challenges like . . . 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Get it in your inbox ;) By entering your email you expressly consent to receive our newsletter monthly and other material related to Warp It Reuse Network. ## [Feature: listing lab and medical equipment](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/listinglabequipment) Posted by [Becky](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/becky) on 05-Apr-2022 22:08:02 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/listing%20lab%20equipment.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/listinglabequipment) Reusing lab and medical equipment and medical research or biomedical devices has proven challenging in the past. This is because these devices, equipment, and machines are often highly technical pieces of kit with variable specifications, meaning there are many more critical factors to consider when reusing in comparison to office furniture and stationery demands. For example, some lab and medical equipment may include dangerous parts and require special training to operate. Others may or require a user manual, or legal, maintenance, and service documentation. The parameters and standards affecting the reuse of lab equipment must be considered, including the management of biological and chemical safety and decontamination. [Following our lab consultation](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/lab-consultation) in March 2022 we partnered with [The University of Queensland](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/university-queensland-christine-mccallum-case-study-interview) to increase the rate and improve the safe facilitation of the reuse of lab, and medical and biomedical equipment. In summary, we’ve added extra categories to ensure all relevant details can be included when uploading items to the Warp It redistribution system. We have also added a holding facility where lab kit can be checked over before going live on the market, to ensure accuracy and safety. This update will ensure a new lease of life for lab equipment in a safe and coordinated way, while making the process easier for reuse admins, and those responsible for transporting these items. Read on for guidance on how to access this feature. [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/listinglabequipment) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/listinglabequipment#comments-listing) Topics: [Warp It admin](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/warp-it-admin), [Features and benefits](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/features-and-benefits), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Workshop: can you sell your pre-used assets?](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/sell-pre-used-assets) Posted by [Daniel O'Connor](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/daniel-oconnor) on 15-Mar-2022 13:53:47 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/Sales.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/sell-pre-used-assets) Buying pre-loved items is becoming increasingly popular, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic and a better awareness of its environmental benefits. [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/sell-pre-used-assets) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/sell-pre-used-assets#comments-listing) Topics: [Refurb Repair Upcycle](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/refurb-repair-upcycle), [Warp It admin](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/warp-it-admin), [Events](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/events), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Workshop: green your lab by reusing equipment](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/lab-consultation) Posted by [Daniel O'Connor](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/daniel-oconnor) on 17-Feb-2022 11:10:34 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Workshop: green your lab by reusing equipment](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/Green%20your%20lab.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/lab-consultation) Laboratories often produce vast amounts of waste, due to frequent personnel turnover, lab moves, and changing research needs.  [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/lab-consultation) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/lab-consultation#comments-listing) Topics: [Refurb Repair Upcycle](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/refurb-repair-upcycle), [Warp It admin](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/warp-it-admin), [Events](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/events), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Feature: setting up sites, campuses, and departments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/campus/sitesetup) Posted by [Becky](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/becky) on 17-Feb-2022 11:09:03 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/city%20skyline.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/campus/sitesetup) A Warp It feature often overlooked, but proven to be very popular, is the capability of setting up sites, campuses and even departments on the system. NHS Trusts, universities, blue light organisations and councils will usually have more than one site or campus and are often spread across a town, city or in some cases regions. Warp It will ensure that the location of the items you've added to the system can be easily be identified, making life easier for members, those in charge of transporting the items and admins. Read on for guidance on how this can be done. [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/campus/sitesetup) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/campus/sitesetup#comments-listing) Topics: [Warp It admin](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/warp-it-admin), [Features and benefits](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/features-and-benefits), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Workshop: Creating storage hubs for the Warp It reuse community](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storagehubsconsultation) Posted by [Daniel O'Connor](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/daniel-oconnor) on 26-Jan-2022 14:19:50 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/Creating%20storage%20hubs%20for%20the%20Warp%20It%20reuse%20community%20.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storagehubsconsultation) Storage space is at a premium becoming increasingly scarce, especially as many organisations reimagine and reshape their spaces as they move towards remote or hybrid ways of working. [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storagehubsconsultation) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storagehubsconsultation#comments-listing) Topics: [Refurb Repair Upcycle](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/refurb-repair-upcycle), [Warp It admin](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/warp-it-admin), [Events](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/events), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Workshop: making storage work for your reuse and circular economy strategy](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storageconsultation) Posted by [Daniel O'Connor](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/daniel-oconnor) on 10-Jan-2022 16:31:05 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/Storage%20workshop.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storageconsultation) The Warp It ambition to make reuse and the circular economy the norm is coming to fruition as our community [make huge strides](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/reuse-heroes) in reducing waste and carbon by reusing and redistributing furniture, equipment, stationery, and countless other items. [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storageconsultation) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/storageconsultation#comments-listing) Topics: [Refurb Repair Upcycle](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/refurb-repair-upcycle), [Warp It admin](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/warp-it-admin), [Events](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/events), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Workshop: Donating surplus items to the third sector & schools](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/third-sector-donations-consultation) Posted by [Daniel O'Connor](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/daniel-oconnor) on 24-Nov-2021 12:49:04 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/Increasing%20the%20benefits%20of%20donating%20surplus%20items%20to%20the%20third%20sector%20.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/third-sector-donations-consultation) Non-profit organisations operate as businesses and donating furniture, stationery, equipment, and other items will allow them to focus on their core activities, be innovative, and sustain their work. [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/third-sector-donations-consultation) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/third-sector-donations-consultation#comments-listing) Topics: [Training](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/training), [Events](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/events), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Warp It authenticated](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/warpit-authenticated) Posted by [Daniel O'Connor](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/daniel-oconnor) on 27-Oct-2021 17:12:41 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/Warpit%20Authenticated.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/warpit-authenticated) Being safe online is essential and as part of our ongoing improvement measures to ensure that the Warp it system is a secure environment we’re encouraging customers to consider single sign on (SSO) method for their accounts. [Read More](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/warpit-authenticated) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/warpit-authenticated#comments-listing) Topics: [Training](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/training), [Warp It admin](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/warp-it-admin), [Support](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/topic/support) ## [Workshop: Repair and refurbishment: fitting it into your circular economy strategy](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/repairandrefurbishmentconsultation) Posted by [Daniel O'Connor](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/author/daniel-oconnor) on 26-Oct-2021 12:35:32 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/hubfs/Repair%20and%20refurbishment%20.jpg)](https://blog.warp-it.co.uk/repairandrefurbishmentconsultation) Moving away from the ‘Take-Make-Dispose’ linear economic model and adopting a circular economy is a recognised and respected solution to address global challenges like the climate crisis and realise a resilient, net-zero world. 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