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Shipping IT and electronic equipment — from laptops and desktops to servers and specialist devices — requires careful handling and strict compliance with transport regulations, particularly those involving lithium-ion batteries.
At PACK & SEND Edinburgh, we provide expert shipping solutions for:
Laptop courier services
PC and server transport
Lithium battery shipping and documentation
Whether you're organising international laptop delivery, shipping electronics containing batteries, or need a secure same-day courier for IT hardware, we ensure everything is packed, labelled, and transported correctly — with full tracking and regulatory compliance.
Trust PACK & SEND Edinburgh for fast, safe, and reliable IT and electronics shipping, both across the UK and worldwide.
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At PACK & SEND Edinburgh, we specialise in the secure packing and shipment of IT and electronic equipment, from laptops and desktops to servers, monitors, and lithium battery-powered devices.
With years of experience supporting clients in healthcare, broadcast, data centres, and tech sectors, we understand the complexities of shipping fragile, high-value tech — especially when lithium-ion batteries are involved.
Our services are tailored to meet the needs of modern businesses and include:
Cushioning for shock protection and internal support
Custom boxes, cases, and crates for everything from laptops to full server racks
Reverse logistics for IT asset returns and end-of-lease collections
Compliance with UN3481 and IATA regulations for lithium battery shipments
Professional relocation support for offices, labs, and data environments
Expert handling of damaged batteries, built-in power sources, or fragile electronics
Whether you’re arranging same-day laptop delivery, shipping sensitive tech internationally, or coordinating secure collection and return of leased equipment, PACK & SEND Edinburgh ensures everything is packed, protected, and fully compliant.
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Shipping IT equipment internationally requires precision, compliance, and expert care — especially when handling laptops, desktops, servers, and devices containing lithium or lithium-ion batteries.
At PACK & SEND Edinburgh, we offer secure, fully managed IT logistics for individuals and businesses. Whether you’re sending a single laptop or coordinating the global shipment of full server racks, we ensure your equipment arrives safely, on time, and with full documentation in place.
Our international IT shipping services include:
Collection from your premises or data centre
Packaging compliant with UN3481 and UN3480 regulations for lithium batteries
Export paperwork, commercial invoices, and customs clearance
Tracked delivery to over 80,000 global locations
Time-definite and same-day laptop delivery options for urgent shipments
With deep experience in lithium battery transport regulations and the complexities of tech freight, PACK & SEND Edinburgh helps reduce delays, prevent compliance issues, and protect your valuable IT assets from dispatch to delivery.
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Shipping lithium batteries internationally — whether built into laptops, phones, or shipped separately — requires strict compliance with global safety regulations. At PACK & SEND Edinburgh, we specialise in handling UN3480 and UN3481 shipments, ensuring your consignments are packed, labelled, and transported securely and legally.
Our team stays fully up to date with the latest IATA regulations, labelling rules, and packaging standards for shipping lithium batteries by air, sea, or road. Whether you’re sending a single device or managing bulk battery logistics, we provide end-to-end support and compliance.
Our lithium battery shipping services include:
Fully compliant packaging and labelling for dangerous goods
Guidance on shipping batteries inside equipment vs. standalone
Expert handling for UN3091, UN3480, UN3481, and UN3171 consignments
Support for air freight restrictions and destination-specific requirements
Because lithium batteries are classified as dangerous goods, it’s critical to work with a courier who understands the details. PACK & SEND Edinburgh provides complete peace of mind — helping you avoid customs issues, fines, and delivery delays through professional documentation and safe transport.
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Whether you’re sending a laptop across the UK, shipping a desktop PC internationally, or need a same-day courier for urgent IT hardware, PACK & SEND Edinburgh is your trusted logistics partner.
Each year, individuals, businesses, and IT teams rely on us for safe, compliant delivery of computers, monitors, and lithium-powered devices. We tailor every solution to suit your timeframe, destination, and level of protection — from overnight laptop shipping to international transport with full lithium battery compliance.
We understand it’s not just hardware at stake — it’s data, records, and sensitive information. That’s why we offer:
Specialist laptop and PC packaging for maximum protection
Reinforced boxes and padded cartons for monitors and screens
UN3480 and UN3481-compliant shipping for lithium batteries
Fully labelled, safe transport for battery-powered tech
Whether you’re looking for next-day laptop delivery, secure PC transport, or international shipping for IT equipment, PACK & SEND Edinburgh ensures your technology arrives safely, securely, and on time — anywhere in the world.
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Shipping laboratory and medical equipment internationally requires precision, compliance, and expert protection. From correctly packing delicate instruments to managing customs paperwork, getting sensitive devices safely to their destination can be a complex process.
That’s where PACK & SEND Edinburgh comes in. With over 30 years of experience, we specialise in the secure, international shipment of fragile scientific and medical equipment — including diagnostic machinery, microscopes, oxygen concentrators, and more.
We handle the entire process, including:
Specialist packing for medical and lab equipment
Export documentation and customs clearance
Secure global delivery to over 80,000 international destinations
Trusted by hospitals, research labs, biotech firms, and universities across the UK, PACK & SEND Edinburgh is your reliable partner for fast, professional, and fully managed lab and medical equipment shipping.
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At PACK & SEND Edinburgh, we know the real value of your IT and electronic equipment goes beyond its price tag. Whether you’re arranging a laptop courier, shipping a server rack, or sending devices that contain lithium batteries, your equipment may hold sensitive data, specialist configurations, or irreplaceable content.
Alongside our expert export packing — including Foam-in-Place protection and custom laptop shipping boxes — we offer comprehensive loss and damage cover for added peace of mind.
Our protection is available for:
Next-day laptop deliveries
Desktop PC and monitor shipping
Medical and laboratory device transport
International electronics shipments
Items with lithium-ion or lithium-metal batteries (UN3480 / UN3481 compliant)
No matter the fragility, destination, or value of your shipment, you can send your tech with total confidence. For safe, compliant, and fully protected shipping of your IT and electronic equipment, trust PACK & SEND Edinburgh to deliver.
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Yes — at PACK & SEND Edinburgh, we specialise in the safe packing of IT and electronic equipment for domestic and international delivery. Our experienced team understands the specific handling requirements of laptops, PCs, servers, and other sensitive tech.
Using custom packing materials, anti-static protection, and shock-absorbing cushioning, we ensure your equipment is securely packed and ready for safe transport anywhere in the world.
We can deliver your IT and electronic equipment anywhere in the world. At PACK & SEND Edinburgh, we offer reliable domestic and international shipping for everything from laptops and servers to specialist devices — provided they’re safely packed.
We can collect from any location in the UK, and if your equipment is overseas, we’re happy to advise on safe packing methods to ensure it arrives securely at its destination.
Yes — PACK & SEND Edinburgh offers comprehensive loss and damage cover for shipments of IT and electronic equipment, regardless of their value.
To qualify for this protection, your goods must be both packed and shipped by PACK & SEND. We’re unable to offer cover for items handled or packed by third parties.
For full details or to arrange cover for your shipment, contact our Edinburgh service centre — we’ll be happy to help.
At PACK & SEND we know how important it is for you to reach all your international destinations via a single service provider.
We provide a wide range of options for your international shipping solutions to ensure that you can always find the service you need depending on the package that you need to send overseas.
PACK & SEND are truly the experts when it comes to custom packaging and crating those fragile, large, awkward and valuable items like computers, servers, artworks and antiques.
We specialise in accessing the right type of packaging for any item and using all other resources available to protect your shipment.
We take every care to make sure that your items stay safe during transit.
However, for complete peace of mind when you send your shipments domestically or internationally, we provide Warranty Service protection to cover you for loss or damage to your important shipments.
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