Medical Equipment & Device Shipping Services

ShipMate+ is an ideal choice for medical equipment shipping because we offer access to FedEx, UPS, and USPS under one roof — allowing us to compare rates and service levels to find the best fit for your specific device. Our professional packers use medical-grade protective materials, and all items packed in-store carry an insurability guarantee, giving healthcare shippers confidence their equipment will arrive safely.

Yes, FedEx delivers medical supplies and equipment domestically and internationally. As an authorized FedEx ShipCenter, ShipMate+ gives you full access to FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, and FedEx International services. We also handle the professional packaging of your medical items using appropriate protective materials, and schedule daily FedEx pickups to ensure your shipments enter the network without delay.

Medical equipment should be packed in properly sized double-wall corrugated boxes with at least 2 inches of protective cushioning — such as bubble wrap or foam inserts — on all sides. Fragile components should be individually wrapped and immobilized to prevent movement during transit. At ShipMate+, our professional packers handle all of this in-store, and every item we pack is covered by an insurability guarantee.

Yes. Large or oversized medical devices that exceed standard parcel carrier limits can be shipped via our freight services. ShipMate+ has access to 40+ freight, LTL, and air cargo carriers, and our team manages proper crating, palletizing, carrier selection, and rate negotiation — so your imaging system, surgical equipment, or hospital furniture arrives safely and cost-effectively.

Absolutely. ShipMate+ ships medical equipment to over 200 countries worldwide. Our international shipping specialists manage all required documentation — including Commercial Invoices, Pro Forma Invoices, and Electronic Export Information forms — and navigate country-specific import/export regulations for medical goods. We compare rates across FedEx International, UPS Worldwide, USPS International, and other global carriers to find the best solution.

ShipMate+ is an authorized shipper for FedEx, UPS, and USPS, giving you access to all three major carrier networks from a single location. For large or heavy medical equipment, we also work with 40+ freight and air cargo carriers. This multi-carrier model allows us to compare service levels and pricing to match your medical shipment's size, urgency, and budget requirements.

Yes. All items professionally packed by the ShipMate+ team are covered by an insurability guarantee, making it straightforward to file a carrier claim if damage occurs. We strongly recommend declared value coverage for high-value medical devices. Our team can advise you on the appropriate coverage level based on your equipment's value and the carrier service selected for your shipment.

International medical equipment shipments typically require a Commercial Invoice, Pro Forma Invoice, Electronic Export Information (EEI) filing, and potentially a Certificate of Origin or country-specific medical device import permits. Some destinations also require FDA or CE compliance documentation for medical devices. ShipMate+ handles customs documentation preparation on your behalf to help prevent delays, seizures, or unexpected costs at the border.