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Lab containers: turnkey laboratories instead of years of conventional build

When space becomes the bottleneck for your research, we deliver the solution. State-of-the-art mobile laboratory environments — from analytical laboratories to BSL-3 high-containment. Operational in 8 to 14 weeks.

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8–14
weeks lead time
2.750
mm internal height
BSL-3
containment level
DACH
DE · AT · CH

Why a Planexus lab container is the answer to classic construction delays

Conventional laboratory new-build often takes 3 to 5 years from design to commissioning. In that time the market has long moved on, funding deadlines have expired and research projects have stopped. Our modular-construction concept breaks those chains — without compromise on safety, conformity or quality.

Speed

From order to operational handover in 8 to 14 weeks — instead of 24+ months for new-build.

Flexibility

Scalable, relocatable, modularly expandable. As research teams or projects grow, the infrastructure grows with them.

Safety & conformity

Full conformity with BioStoffV, GenTG, TRBA 100, EU GMP Annex 1, ISO 14644 and ATEX directives.

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LABtoGO – the new dimension of mobile working

Forget the standard office container. The LABtoGO was developed by Planexus specifically for the requirements of modern scientists — and sets new standards in modular construction for height, light transmission and digital connectivity.

2,750 mm internal height

Maximum ergonomics and space for full fume cupboards, large HPLC systems and analytical instruments.

Maximum transparency

Fully glazed fronts for natural daylight – unique in modular laboratory construction.

High-end insulation

U-value 0.20 W/m²K for precise temperature control, stable climate zones and energy efficiency.

Smart Lab-ready

Prepared for LIMS, ELN, sensors and digital laboratory-management systems – plug and play.

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Tailored configurations for every discipline

Four configuration families, hundreds of realised projects. Every container is planned individually for your containment level, cleanroom class and equipment.

Pharma & diagnostics

Pharma & diagnostics

GMP cleanrooms to ISO 14644 and EU GMP Annex 1 for pilot production, clinical studies and diagnostics. Airlock concepts, material/personnel-flow separation and IQ/OQ/PQ-capable documentation.

Biotech & virology

Biotech & virology

Containment laboratories of levels BSL-2 and BSL-3 with negative-pressure cascades, redundant HEPA filtration, airlock, autoclave and emergency extract. Conformant with BioStoffV, GenTG, TRBA 100.

Quality control & analytics

Quality control & analytics

Analytical laboratories with HPLC, GC and spectrometry workstations, vibration-isolated weighing tables, vibration-isolated sitings and uninterruptible power supply.

Interim solutions

Interim solutions

Full laboratory replacement during hospital refurbishments, university conversions or industrial shutdowns. Siting in 48 hours, take-back or hire-purchase at the end of the project.

New-build vs standard container vs Planexus LABtoGO

Three construction types, three entirely different realities. This table helps you with the investment decision.

Comparison of new-build, standard container and Planexus LABtoGO against key construction and operating criteria.
Criterion New-build Standard container Planexus LABtoGO
Lead time 24+ months ~16 weeks 8–14 weeks
Internal height 3,00 m+ 2,40 m 2,75 m
Daylight High Very low Maximum (fully glazed)
Containment levels All Limited BSL-1 to BSL-3 / GMP
Mobility None High High
Scalability Complex Medium Modular at any time
Reusability None High Very high (hire-purchase possible)

Regional expertise across DACH

We know the local building codes, climate requirements and research clusters. Discover our location-specific solutions for the principal science and industry centres in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Lab containers Hamburg

Harbour climate C5-M, HPA permits, storm-surge level

Lab containers Berlin

12 district offices, hospital and research campuses, Spree sand soil

Lab containers Munich

Garching research campus, Föhn HVAC, Martinsried biotech cluster

Lab containers Stuttgart

80 km from the Albstadt works, A81 logistics, Filder plain

Lab containers Frankfurt

Höchst industrial park, Rhine-Main pharma cluster

Lab containers Düsseldorf

Krefeld-Uerdingen chemical park, NRW building code

Lab containers Vienna

Life-science cluster, ÖNORM B 1300, BO Vienna

Lab containers Zurich

University standards, cantonal building permit

Lab containers Basel

Pharma cluster, FOEN (BAFU) requirements
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Frequently asked questions on lab containers

The key answers on lead time, permits, containment levels, GMP conformity and investment.

Can you rent or buy a lab container?
Both are possible. Hire is suited to time-limited research projects (typically 12 to 24 months, for example during hospital refurbishments, studies or grant-funded phases). Purchase is the more economical choice for permanent capacity expansions. We advise manufacturer-neutrally on the right variant.
How long does delivery of a lab container take?
From order to operational handover we allow 8 to 14 weeks — depending on containment level, cleanroom class and specialist equipment. Conventional new-build typically needs 24 months and more for comparable laboratories. Standard LABtoGO containers are often available more quickly.
Which permits are required for a lab container?
That depends on the federal state and location. In Germany the respective state building codes apply (HBO Hessen, BayBO Bavaria, LBO BW, etc.), in Austria ÖNORM B 1300 and the building-code law of the respective federal state (e.g. BO Vienna), in Switzerland the cantonal building-permit procedure. We supply all procedure-ready building documents with the delivery and, if requested, accompany the permit process.
Are the lab containers suitable for BSL-3?
Yes. We deliver high-containment laboratories of levels BSL-2 and BSL-3 including airlock systems, personnel and material shower, autoclave, redundant HEPA ventilation with negative-pressure cascade and continuous differential-pressure monitoring. Conformant with BioStoffV, GenTG and TRBA 100.
Is GMP-conformant pilot production possible in a container?
Yes. We build cleanrooms up to Class C and D to EU GMP Annex 1, optionally with ISO Classes 5 to 8 to ISO 14644-1. Airlock concept, material-flow separation, validatable ventilation and IQ/OQ/PQ-capable documentation are standard. Suitable for clinical studies, cell culture and small-scale API manufacture.
What internal height do the lab containers have?
Standard office containers have around 2.40 m internal height — often insufficient for modern laboratory instruments and fume cupboards. The Planexus LABtoGO offers 2,750 mm clear height and thus space for full fume cupboards, large HPLC systems and ergonomic working conditions.
What does a lab container cost?
We do not publish standard prices because every project is assessed individually. Containment level (BSL-2/3, GMP, ATEX), cleanroom class, HVAC, specialist equipment, term (hire vs purchase) and site conditions determine the investment structure. On the basis of your specification or a short consultation we provide a written indication within 48 hours.

Start your project with an expert consultation

Send us your specification or describe your requirements. We typically prepare a first written indication within 48 hours — no obligation, no hidden costs.

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Sven Biewald
Managing Director · your contact
+49 7435 7519 700 info@planexus.de
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