Complex equipment requires expert handling to minimise disruption
Partnering with NHS trusts, private healthcare providers, leasing companies and medical manufacturers, British Medical Auctions (BMA) delivers a fully managed, responsive and tailored approach to medical asset redeployment. Its team of experts works closely with each client to ensure a compliant, streamlined process that achieves optimal returns and best value on surplus or redundant equipment.
This approach extends to the management and sale of fixed modality equipment, including MRI and CT scanners, cath labs and mammography systems. These assets are typically integrated into clinical environments, requiring a strategic and coordinated deinstallation process. Each project begins with a full site assessment and the preparation of method statements for trust approval. The project team works directly with clinical engineering, estates, procurement and capital planning teams to plan the safe removal and resale of equipment.
“Due to the technical complexity and higher commercial value of fixed modalities, these items are sold by our expert team and our marketplace rather than through auction. This allows us to target specialist buyers and maximise returns for our clients,” says BMA.
Logistics are handled end to end, including electrical isolation, building modifications, crane hire, road closures and coordination with external contractors. Patient data is securely removed in accordance with GDPR and NHS digital standards prior to deinstallation.
Equipment is then professionally packed and transported to ensure it arrives in optimal condition. “Each fixed modality project is bespoke, managed to reduce clinical disruption while securing the best financial outcome,” the company says.
Read this report on page 18 of the June 2025 issue of RAD Magazine.
