Skokie, IL 6/2/16; Skokie, IL 6/10/16—Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT), a provider of custom nucleic acids, has purchased two companies for undisclosed amounts. Earlier in the month, IDT purchased MBiotech, a South Korean company that has distributed IDT products for over 10 years. MBiotech also distributes other companies’ products, which it will continue to do. “MBiotech’s […]

San Francisco, CA and Tel Aviv, Israel 4/6/16—DNA synthesis firm Twist Bioscience has acquired Genome Compiler, a provider of software for genetic engineers, and molecular and synthetic biologists. Financial details were not provided. “They are the leader in developing software that allows design of gene sequences for synthetic and molecular biology experiments,” stated Twist Bioscience […]

Uppsala, Sweden and Tucson, AZ 3/16/16—Gyros, a Swedish provider of automated nanoliter-scale immunoassays, and Protein Technologies, a supplier of peptide synthesizers, have agreed to form Gyros Protein Technologies. “The fields of proteins and peptides have merged, and hence so have we, creating a biotherapeutics discovery-to-production offering ideally positioning us for future expansion,” commented Protein Technologies […]

Wellesley, MA and Tucson, AZ 6/18/15—Ampersand Capital Partners has acquired Protein Technologies, a provider of peptide synthesis instrumentation, for an undisclosed amount. “Protein Technologies is the recognized leader in a segment of the life sciences instrument market that is experiencing strong demand based on worldwide research interest in novel, peptide-based therapies,” said David Parker, general […]

Atomic Spectroscopy HORIBA updated its XRF-based sulfur-in-oil analyzer with the SLFA-6800, available in a single-sample arrangement or with an eight-position carousel. One improvement is the removal of lead from the circuit board. The system will begin shipping in May priced at about $38,000. JEOL’s benchtop JSX-1000S ElementEye for ED-XRF measurements was introduced late last year. […]

At a time when large exhibitions seem to be declining in attendance and exhibitor participation, Analytica has clearly established itself as a “must-attend event” based on a proven formula for success. The trade fair took place May 10–13 in Munich, Germany. Held at an outstanding modern venue in the heart of Europe, well planned and […]

The life science instrumentation (LSI) market is the largest technology sector, accounting for about a quarter of the total analytical instruments industry. It encompasses a broad spectrum of technologies grouped into 13 categories. Unlike most other instrument markets, the LSI market is heavily reliant on the aftermarket. Consumables, reagents, kits and other aftermarket products make […]

Product Introductions Vapourtec launched the E-Series range of flow chemistry systems, including the easy-Scholar, the easy-Polymer and the easy-Medchem. The systems feature a new pump, which offers smooth flow and strong acid capability. Mettler-Toledo introduced the 100 mL Hastelloy Pressure Reactors EM20- 100-HC and EM60- 100-HC, designed for use with the EasyMax synthesis workstation. Intavis […]

Company Announcements Axel Semrau agreed in July to distribute ThalesNano’s products in Germany. Product Introductions In June, Uniqsis introduced a Gas Addition Module for its FlowSyn and other continuous flow reactors. In June, CEM introduced the Discover SPS Plus microwave peptide synthesizer with a cycle time of less than 10 minutes. In July, Biotage released […]

Company Announcements In April, ThalesNano named Utek International a distributor for Taiwan. Product Introductions ThalesNano launched the H-Cube Pro flow reactor, which expands the range and throughput of hydrogenation reactions compared with the H-Cube and offers active cooling for more selective reactions. Asynt introduced the ReactoMate Compact, a small, safe and super-stable lab reaction system, […]