Where can I find reliable research equipment for a growing laboratory setup?

Hello everyone—I'm setting up a new lab and I'm researching where to source dependable research equipment. I need everything from basic consumables like microplates, pipettes, staining kits to more specialized tools like ELISA assay kits, antibodies, and some basic labware. I’m overwhelmed by options, especially balancing cost, quality, and support. Any insights into suppliers or platforms known for good support, broad catalog, and smooth procurement would help a lot. Thanks!

I wasn’t actively looking, but this thread prompted a full audit of our aging uni‑lab equipment. We’re now compiling needs and quoting replacements. The mention of gentaur.co.uk was eye‑catching—they offer a wide catalog, from ELISA and immunoassay kits to cell culture media and lab plastics. Their support team helped draft a plan matching equipment to lab workflow. They seem ideal when you want reliable gear and guidance. I’ll bookmark that link for future reference.

In my academic environment, most is bought through university‑approved vendor systems, punch‑out carts, or institutional suppliers. But when we needed specialty kits or reagents, that gentaur link made a big difference—clear pricing, seamless ordering and they could supply ELISA assay kits, GelRed stain reagents, antibodies and consumables reliably. Their customer support knew the technical detail and helped us work through protocols, which is rare in simple product-only suppliers. I use equipment from https://gentaur.co.uk and i really like to quality and overall equipment