About Us

Spectralab Scientific Inc.

is a spin-off from ThinLayer International established in 1997. Spectralab Scientific Inc. has been operating in Canada since 2003. With over 23 years of proven success, we have grown into a globally recognized leader in pre-owned and refurbished analytical instrumentation — serving clients across more than 60 countries and regions worldwide.

Our expertise lies in expertly reconditioning laboratory equipment and integrating advanced technologies from the industry’s most respected manufacturers, delivering performance that rivals new instrumentation at a fraction of the cost.

Our growing footprint reflects our commitment to accessibility, rapid fulfillment, and localized support. Current locations include:

  • Headquarters: 38 McPherson St, Markham, ON, Canada
  • Analytical Services Division: 30 Tempo Ave, North York, ON, Canada
  • Warehouse & East Coast Hub: 315 Creekside Dr, Amherst, NY, USA

Across these sites, Spectralab operates approximately 75,000 square feet of combined workspace, supporting a large inventory, swift order fulfillment, and comprehensive technical assistance.

Our Headquarters

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We are proud to be based in Markham, Ontario — home to more than 1,100 technology and life science companies in the Greater Toronto Area, widely known as Canada’s Hi-Tech Capital.

Key Services

Our deep expertise in laboratory technologies — including HPLC, LC/MS, GC, and GC/MS — enables us to deliver tailored solutions and consolidated instrument service for validated environments. Our service offerings include Calibration, Qualification, Preventive Maintenance, Repair, and Validation, covering instruments from virtually every leading manufacturer. We are focused on maximizing instrument uptime, improving laboratory performance, and achieving meaningful cost savings while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Additional services include maintenance and service contracts, equipment parts supply, and a variety of on-site, custom-tailored training programs.

Key product Portfolio

Our inventory spans a comprehensive range of refurbished instruments from industry-leading brands including Agilent, Varian, Perkin Elmer, Shimadzu, Waters, JASCO, Dionex, Thermo Finnigan, and AB Sciex, among others. Equipment categories include GC, HPLC, GC-MS, GC-MS/MS, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, ICP-MS, ICP-OES, Autosamplers, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Fluorescence Spectrophotometers, as well as associated parts and accessories.

With over 10,000 unique products in stock, we also accommodate requests for custom-configured equipment built from components.

Training and Demo Lab

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Spectralab is committed to delivering high-quality, hands-on analytical instrument training using modern instructional methods — enhancing both operator expertise and laboratory productivity. Courses cover instrument operation, data analysis and reporting, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and advanced topics. Programs are available as pre-defined curricula or fully customized to meet specific client requirements.

A dedicated demonstration laboratory at our facility allows prospective clients and industry professionals to evaluate our instruments firsthand. Live equipment demonstrations and trial runs can be arranged upon request.

Packaging and Logistics

Every instrument we ship is carefully prepared for transit. Products are secured in reinforced cartons or custom wooden crates, cushioned with protective packaging materials, and engineered to withstand the rigors of international transport. We partner with trusted carriers including FedEx, TNT, and Day & Ross to ensure timely, reliable delivery with full consideration for environmental and handling requirements.

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ConsistentQuality and Reliability

In the midst of an accelerating pace of technical innovation, we are uniquely positioned to identify, evaluate and respond effectively to market needs because of our technical expertise. Our mission is to consistently deliver reconditioned hi-tech instruments with superior quality and reliability.

PROFIT and Canadian Business unveiled its 28th annual list of Canada’s Fastest‐Growing Companies on September 15, 2016. SpectraLab Scientific Inc. ranked no. 388 on the 28th annual PROFIT 500, the definitive ranking of Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies. This was published in the October issue of Canadian Business and at PROFITguide.com.

Charity and Goodwill

Spectralab Scientific donated to the Canadian Red Cross to help the thousands of people who have been displaced by the wildfires in the Fort McMurray area. This is a devastating event that we felt needed our support as fellow Canadians.

10000+Items in stock

Spectralab Incorporated is in possession of an enormous inventory, with over 10 000 unique products. We also offer the opportunity for customers to request custom equipment from parts.