8 Ways Outsourcing Biorepository Storage Saves Your Lab Money

1. 1. Increase Sample Security: A professional storage facility provides 24/7 temperature monitoring, backup power systems, and security measures that most labs can’t afford to implement. With redundancy in place, the risk of sample loss due to power failures, equipment malfunctions, or accidental mishandling is significantly reduced. Astoriom’s Quality Management System (QMS) built on over 30 years of experience, ensuring every sample is managed with the highest standards.  and providing confidence that samples are stored securely.
   2. Lower Equipment Costs: A– Investing in high-quality freezers and cryogenic storage requires significant capital, including expenses for backup units to ensure sample safety. Instead of making a large capital expenditure, outsourcing lets you pay only for the storage you need. This frees up budget for research, staffing, and other critical lab expenses. Astoriom’s facilities are ISO 9001 and CAP certified, ensuring consistent quality across all services.
   3. Regulatory Compliance: Storing biological samples comes with strict regulatory requirements for temperature control, record-keeping, and sample tracking. A dedicated storage facility ensures compliance with industry standards, reducing the risk of regulatory violations. Astoriom’s commitment to quality is evidenced by their ISO 9001 certification, CAP accreditation and compliance with cGMP, MHRA and FDA.
   4. Scalability & Flexibility: As your research evolves, so do your storage needs. Instead of purchasing new freezers every time you scale up, outsourcing lets you adjust capacity on demand. This means you’re not stuck with unused freezer space—or scrambling to find more—when project requirements change. Astoriom’s global presence and comprehensive temperature-controlled options ensure you have a partner that offers a wide portfolio of solutions for all your sample needs no matter the storage volume.
   5. Avoid Setbacks with Expert Recovery Services: Natural disasters, equipment failures, and unexpected power outages can put valuable research samples at risk. Labs that store samples in-house face higher risks of sample loss if disaster strikes. Astoriom offers a comprehensive Disaster Recovery Service to relocate, protect, and restore biological materials in emergency situations. With validated storage solutions, 24/7 monitoring, and secure backup systems, Astoriom ensures that your samples remain safe—even in the worst-case scenario.
   6. Reduce Maintenance Hassles: Freezers don’t just need electricity; they require regular maintenance, expensive repairs, and sometimes complete replacements. A sudden breakdown could mean costly emergency repairs and even sample loss. By outsourcing, you avoid the headaches of freezer upkeep while ensuring your samples remain securely stored. Astoriom has a 24/7 team on call that ensures correct functioning and temperature regulation withing our systems, at all times.
   7. Optimize Lab Space: Large freezers take up valuable lab real estate that could be used for research benches, equipment, or additional workspace. If your lab is growing or space is limited, storing samples offsite lets you maximize your facility’s efficiency. Astoriom provides state-of-the-art sample storage biorepositories with controlled room temperature, ambient, refrigerated, ultra-low, and cryogenic solutions to help labs maximize their space.
   8. Save on Energy Bills: Ultra-low temperature freezers run 24/7 and can consume nearly three times the daily electricity usage of an average household[1]. The more freezers you have, the higher your energy costs. Outsourcing storage to a specialized facility reduces your lab’s electricity consumption, leading to long-term savings on utility bills. Astoriom offers advanced long-term storage solutions for biological and pharmaceutical samples, ensuring optimal conditions and compliance with industry standards.

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Reference

[1] U.S. Environmental Protection Agency & U.S. Department of Energy. (n.d.). Low-temperature freezer technology and energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR. Retrieved February 27, 2025, from https://www.energystar.gov/products/recent_program_updates/low-temperature-freezer-technology-and-energy-efficiency

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For over 30 years, our customers have trusted us to secure, protect and preserve their scientific and consumer R&D product samples. We offer a comprehensive portfolio of sample stability storage, biorepository storage, disaster protection & recovery, and sample storage equipment & validation services. Our global environmentally controlled storage solutions enable our customers to safeguard the integrity and viability of their valuable sample assets to advance their research innovation. As a global leader and trusted expert in sample stability and biorepository storage solutions, our team of specialists and engineers offer international regulatory compliant quality processes and custom designed sample storage protocols to the top R&D industries worldwide.