Sample Storage Services
At UK Biostores & Services, we provide industry-leading sample storage services designed to protect your most valuable assets – your samples.
From fully automated -80°C robotic systems to walk-in cold rooms, our facility in the North West of England offers a secure, compliant, and flexible environment that meets the needs of research institutions, biotechs, and pharmaceutical organisations
Whether you need long-term biobanking or short-term clinical trial storage, we ensure optimal sample integrity, operational efficiency, and complete peace of mind.
Secure
Scalable
Sustainable
Comprehensive Sample Storage services
A wide variety of sample storage formats ensures there is a solution able to meet the needs of your project. The following systems are available to house samples and compounds
-80°C
fully automated storage systems
-80°C
semi-automated storage systems
-80°C
manual freezers
-20°C
manual freezers
-20°C
cold room
+4°C
cold room
Automated -80°C Storage Systems
Our flagship fully automated -80°C robotic systems are engineered for performance, traceability, and energy efficiency. With advanced compressors, dual redundancy, and optional liquid nitrogen cooling, your samples remain protected under the strictest temperature control.
- Fully robotic, high-throughput access
- Up to 80% more energy-efficient than manual freezers
- Cloud-based real-time temperature monitoring
- Ideal for high-volume, long-term collections
Semi-Automated -80°C & -20°C Storage
For collections requiring flexibility in format and budget, our semi-automated systems are the ideal balance between manual and robotic storage. Now available at both -80°C and -20°C, they support diverse labware and rack formats without compromising on reliability or sustainability.
- Compatible with standard and non-standard labware
- Lower energy consumption and reduced footprint
- Ideal for growing studies or legacy collections migrating to automation
Manual Freezers and Cold Rooms
We offer a comprehensive suite of manual storage options to accommodate all formats and temperature requirements:
- Manual -80°C and -20°C freezers for standard vial and rack storage
- Walk-in +4°C and -20°C cold rooms, ideal for clinical or pharmaceutical materials
- Validated monthly temperature monitoring reports
Pallet Storage Solutions
For bulk materials, boxed sample collections, or large-volume shipments, our dedicated pallet storage infrastructure provides scalable, accessible, and secure capacity.
- Suitable for biopharma, vaccine, and compound storage
- Racked and floor-based palletised systems within cold rooms
- Fast retrieval and loading/unloading supported by trained logistics staff
Stability Storage
UK Biostores offers controlled and monitored stability storage for research materials, clinical trial samples, and pharmaceuticals. With a range of environmental conditions (including ICH-compliant temperature and humidity zones), we support both long-term and accelerated stability studies.
- CH-compliant storage conditions including 25°C/60%RH, 30°C/65%RH, 40°C/75%RH, and others on request
- Fully validated chambers with continuous monitoring and alarm systems
- Ideal for batch release, shelf-life, and degradation studies
- Custom protocols supported with flexible access and reporting
Dedicated Logistics All Over the UK
UKBS offers nationwide logistics support tailored specifically for the needs of clinical trials and biosample collection strategies. Unlike traditional courier networks, our dedicated, temperature-controlled fleet offers direct, A-to-B delivery—ensuring sample integrity from collection site to destination.
- Sample collections coordinated directly with clinical trial sites
- Drivers trained in dry ice handling and regulatory packaging requirements
- Dedicated routes—no risk of delays due to multi-stop deliveries
- End-to-end logistics management, including packaging, labelling, and documentation
- Ideal for time-critical studies and temperature-sensitive samples
Whether transporting blood tubes, frozen aliquots, or bulk shipments, our dedicated logistics service gives researchers peace of mind—your samples are in safe, experienced hands.
Facility Redundancy and Monitoring
At UK Biostores, we’ve built in best-in-class redundancy across our facility infrastructure to ensure maximum uptime, compliance, and sample integrity under all conditions.
- Dual redundant compressors on all critical freezer systems to safeguard against mechanical failure.
- Two independent site substations, providing multiple power supply pathways.
- On-site diesel generator capable of powering the facility for over a week during extended power outages.
- Liquid nitrogen (LN₂) backup systems protect ultra-low temperature storage in the event of a total electrical failure.
- 24/7 environmental monitoring integrated with automated alert systems.
- Permanently on-call staff ready to respond to any alerts or maintenance issues, ensuring immediate resolution.
This multi-layered approach to risk mitigation ensures the highest level of operational resilience for your valuable biological materials.
Get in touch
Looking for a reliable, efficient and compliant partner to store your biological samples? Let’s discuss how UK Biostores can support your storage strategy today.
