Resources to help keep your world moving

Overview Research Laboratory at Private University Cross-country relocation Temperature-monitoring for -80⁰ laboratory freezers Sensitive equipment relocation Specialized handling of irreplaceable research Our Role The Armstrong Company - Huntsville’s team partnered with a west coast, private university’s research team for a cross-country relocation of equipment, decades’ worth of research materials and servers holding invaluable scientific research findings and files. The lab needed to be relocated from Palo Alto, CA to the Huntsville, AL HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology (HAIB). This project required Armstrong - Huntsville’s team to pack, crate, load, transport, deliver, and set up the entire lab. Project Challenges It was Armstrong – Huntsville’s responsibility to handle this lab move with the utmost caution and care, as the materials being handled were extremely sensitive. There were eighty-seven -80⁰ laboratory freezers that had to be loaded into reefer trailers, plugged in and running in order to maintain below freezing temperatures throughout the...

The Armstrong Company - Houston is no stranger to jumping in on jobs of all scales that require a variety of skills. We’ve helped clients move extremely fragile, valuable items across state lines and oceans. When it comes to relocating items of historical and cultural significance, we know how to treat these jobs with the utmost care, professionalism and attention to detail. So, when the Lone Star Flight Museum asked for Armstrong’s help relocating irreplaceable items tied to the history of aerospace, we were ready and eager to help. The Lone Star Flight Museum is located in Houston, Texas. It’s an aerospace museum that houses artifacts and collections related to the history of flight and more than 20 historically significant aircraft. This museum is home to some of the most scientifically important items that America has contributed to flight. Our Role and Challenges In early 2017, the Lone Star Flight...

Business owners and their teams spend a considerable amount of time and energy on the details of moving to a new office location. Unfortunately, sometimes they spend so much time on the new move they don’t think about the “what happens to the old space after we move” aspect of moving. Shutting down and clearing out the old space can easily be placed on the back burner. Whether it is due to time constraints, the excitement of the new location, or lack of experience, the oversight can cost you. Noncompliance means you’ll risk not getting your deposit returned, and it could be even worse financially if you make a mess of handling the old location details at the last minute. A better idea is to think about the process ahead of time. Begin by reviewing everything required by your lease agreement when you vacate the property. Gain an understanding of...

Over the next weeks and months, the workforce across the country will begin to stabilize from this pandemic. After weeks of social distancing and shelter in place, restrictions are finally lifted and companies are making plans to bring workers back to physical offices. In offices all over the world, employees are learning a new way of living office life to keep themselves and others safe and healthy — while in some cases, a segment of the workforce may continue to work remotely. Luckily, with decades of commercial relocation under our belt, Armstrong is equipped with the services and experience you need to adapt to your new norm — whether that’s getting your team back into the office safely or setting up your team to work from home on a more permanent basis. Below, you’ll find some of the ways you can expect office life to change and the solutions we...

We are living in an ever-changing world where clean, healthy workspaces and social-distancing are more important than ever. In the coming weeks and months more and more employees will be returning to their normal office work schedules and, while much of life will go back to normal, there are many expected changes in common offices. As industry-leading experts in relocation with decades of experience helping companies large and small get back to work faster, The Armstrong Company can help you navigate the back-to-work effort.  We’ve compiled a list of recommended practices in the workplace to help keep you healthy and stress-free as you get back to work. Returning to your office should be a safe, efficient and organized transition. We can help! Cleaning the workspace Before employees return to offices that have been vacated for a significant period of time, building owners and managers should complete a variety of pre-return...

Right now, most of the country is trying to find the balance between transitioning back into their normal routines, while also practicing proper social distancing guidelines. Given the uncertainties surrounding our “new normal”, you may be wondering if that big move you’ve been planning is safe to make at this time. It may seem like a daunting task during a pandemic, but with a team that has decades of industry-leading experience and the tools to work with you safely, it doesn’t have to be! Is your move essential? Perhaps, you’re unable to extend an existing lease, just purchased a new home, required to evacuate campus housing, can’t move your new job’s start date, or simply need to relocate before the kids start school again. Regardless of the situation, your move may be essential to your family and you need a trusted relocation team to move you safely and securely. The...

Moving offices is often an exciting moment for companies across any industry. Just like moving to a new home, this milestone can be equally stressful. For businesses, executing a move in a smooth, time-efficient manner is important to get business back to normal. Choosing your move team, choosing a location, keeping employees informed, and all the other little things you need to take care of require a good plan from the beginning. The Armstrong Company - Houston has helped hundreds of teams relocate and get back to work quickly and stress-free. Your trusted, Bayou City-based movers have decades of experience to help you get through all the sticky office moving details. Let us help you get started with the tips and tricks below! Plan Early Just like any move, planning thoroughly and early will give you the advantage. There are several details you need hammered out before you start shopping...

The Armstrong Company - Huntsville prides itself on being a team that raises the bar for outstanding service in the relocation industry and in the community. This past August they were recognized for that commitment to service by the Huntsville/Madison County Chamber and awarded the 2019 Service Business of the Year Award. The chamber selected the winner based on the company’s culture, core values, goals and overall mission, as well as their contributions to the growth and vitality of Huntsville. In the past, Armstrong – Huntsville has held food and supply drives for several local groups, leading as an example of creating an outstanding and generous company culture that continually donates time and resources to community nonprofits. Additionally, Armstrong - Huntsville was able to use its professional resources and time to help Move for Hunger, a charitable organization that has close ties to the relocation industry. Move for Hunger is a...

Moving office spaces can be an exciting transition, but one full of worrisome possibilities. There are a variety of factors to an efficient office move, including transporting delicate electronics, furniture, office files and more. Then there are the difficult situations you might run into when trying to move like navigating a multi-office facility several floors above ground or within a warehouse. When you’re preparing to move offices the first thing you should do to protect yourself, your employees, and your assets is to hire a full-service moving team with the tools and experience to get your team to your new location safely and quickly. Here are all the reasons why hiring a full-service moving team is the best decision. Hiring Movers Prevents Dangerous Accidents Moving anywhere is stressful enough. With a team of trained and equipped professionals handling your heavy lifting, you can rest easy knowing nobody in your office...

Moving into a new office space can be exciting, but it can also be an upheaval for your company and its employees. With the right mover to help you plan and prepare, your move can be stress-free! Here are some tips to get you started in the right direction: 1. Hire a qualified and experienced moving company Planning an office relocation soon? First, hire an experienced moving company, like The Armstrong Company, to help you plan your move. With your moving company’s help, you will be able to easily discuss your budget, schedule pre-move meetings for site walkthroughs, and establish the appropriate level of valuation to help reduce risk, downtime, and liability. Perhaps, you’ll need IT to disconnect and reconnect, furniture, fixtures and equipment installation or cleaning services at your new location. No problem! With help from an experienced moving company, no to-do on your list will go unchecked. Movers,...