BioTek
Microplate Instrumentation & Software
Detection • Liquid Handling • Robotics • Software
At BioTek, we strive to be the leader in each of our product segments, and constantly perfect our technologies to reflect this position. Today's new product innovations are a result of listening and reacting to the needs of our customers and paying careful attention to trends in evolving technologies and applications. By designing new products and enhancements with this fresh perspective, we consistently deliver more performance, flexibility and value to our customers.
BioTek offers a complete microplate automation platform covering the following:
- Detection
- Liquid Handling
- Robotics
- Software
DETECTION
BioTek offers a comprehensive portfolio of innovative microplate detection instruments that lead the market in versatility, performance and value. These first-in-class products complement a broad portfolio of applications in Drug Discovery, Life Science Research and Clinical Diagnostics. Used stand-alone or seamlessly integrated into automated systems, BioTek's detection technologies ensure you will "Get a Better Reaction."
BioTek offers the following detection product lines:
Hybrid Readers
BioTek's new class of Hybrid multi-mode microplate readers combines both a quadruple monochromator fluorescence detection system and a high efficiency filter/dichroic detection system in one instrument. This new technology provides an extraordinary degree of flexibility and sensitivity for your assays.
Introducing the new H1 low-cost Hybrid Multi-Mode Microplate Reader.
Multi-Mode Readers
BioTek's full line of Synergy Multi-Mode Microplate Readers covers all the bases in life science and drug discovery applications. Each incorporates cutting-edge technology developed to produce precise results from the latest assay technologies.
Fluorescence Readers
BioTek offers a wide choice when it comes to fluorescence detection. From the low-cost, highly sensitive FLx800™ to the modular Synergy™ 2 and Synergy 4, BioTek has the fluorescence reader you need. Cost effective filter-based systems and advanced monochromator-based designs are available. And with BioTek's unique Hybrid Technology™ available on the Synergy 4, you will be able to run more assays than on any other reader.
Alpha Readers
Alpha-based assays (AlphaLISA®, AlphaScreen®, SureFire®) are growing in popularity. Alpha detection is available on BioTek's Synergy 2 and Synergy H4, as well as on the new dedicated Synergy 2 Alpha.
Luminescence Readers
BioTek offers a selection of sensitive luminescence detection systems. Luminescence mode is available on all of our fluorescence and multi-mode detection systems. Additionally, the Synergy™ 2 and Synergy Mx are available in a luminescence-only configuration.
Absorbance Readers
BioTek's absorbance readers provide total flexibility for many absorbance applications. In addition to a wide range of wavelengths in the monochromator-based instruments, specialized functions such as incubation and shaking expand their usage. For higher throughput applications, many of our absorbance readers can be easily integrated into robotic systems.
LIQUID HANDLING
BioTek's accurate, precise and flexible suite of advanced liquid handling technologies include the market leading EL406 Microplate Washer Dispenser, reagent dispensers and automated pipetting systems. These automation friendly, multi-functional instruments increase efficiency and productivity for a wide range of applications in Drug Discovery, Life Science Research and Clinical Diagnostics.
BioTek offers the following liquid handling product lines:
Combination Washer Dispenser
Combining washing and dispensing technologies in one compact unit saves valuable bench space and reduces the expense and maintenance of multiple dedicated instruments.
Microplate Washers
BioTek is world renowned for manufacturing the most reliable microplate washers on the market today. From basic ELISA to sensitive cell washing to bead washing, the ELx405™ and ELx50™ are configured with many options to meet a myriad of assay requirements. Each is equipped with comprehensive and easy-to-use onboard software for the utmost flexibility in operation. BioTek's Liquid Handling Control™ PC software adds the convenience of assay-specific protocol requirement definition in a familiar Microsoft® Windows® environment. The ELx405 is compatible with BioTek's BioStack™ automation products for increased throughput and unattended operation.
Introducing the NEW 405 Touch screen microplate washer!
Microplate Dispensers 
BioTek offers three different microplate reagent dispensers, each with a specific fluid delivery technology, to encompass the vast spectrum of liquid handling requirements. From milliliters down to nanoliters, our reagent dispensers offer simple, repeatable and precise liquid delivery throughout their defined volume range.
New to BioTek's range of microplate dispensers is the MultiFlo Microplate Dispenser. Read more here.
Pipetting Systems
BioTek offers a range of compact and affordable solutions for your laboratory's specific liquid handling needs. Single, 8- and 12- channel transfer tools are available, along with bulk reagent dispensers, to meet varied liquid handling requirements.
ROBOTICS
BioTek's BioStack series of robotic products provide speed, flexibility and unattended operation when seamlessly configured with our line of detection, liquid handling and washing products. The result is a scalable, cost-effective system that can adapt to your changing requirements.
BioStack Microplate Stacker 
The BioStack™ Microplate Stacker adds stacking capabilities to BioTek's Synergy™, PowerWave™, ELx405™, EL406™, NanoQuot™, MicroFlo™ Select, MicroFill™ and Precision™ product families.
BioStack Twister II Microplate Handler
The BioStack™ Twister® II is a scalable robotic arm that can be interfaced to one or more BioTek readers, washers and liquid handling systems with incremental storage capabilities and automation for entire work cells.
SOFTWARE
BioTek's software solutions are designed to maximize efficiency and increase the functionality of our detection and liquid handling instruments. These intuitive products are developed by programmers experienced in microplate applications.
Gen5 Data Analysis Software
BioTek's new Gen5™ software offers a logical interface designed to easily flow from reading parameters, to plate layout, to powerful data reduction, and finally to flexible data output options. The results of this intuitive design, including the exclusive StepWise™ protocol and data reduction tools and the power of Gen5's data reduction, will be evident in increased laboratory efficiency.
Liquid Handling Control Software
Liquid Handling Control™ (LHC™) Software is a powerful yet flexible interface for use with BioTek's liquid handlers including the market-leading ELx405™ Microplate Washer, the MicroFlo™ Select Dispenser, and the new EL406™ Combination Washer Dispenser.
Precision Power Software
BioTek's Windows software for complete Precision™ control. The graphical user interface offers users powerful and flexible program creation.
About BioTek
BioTek Instruments, Inc. is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of microplate instrumentation and software. The company's origins date back to 1968, when Dr. Norman Alpert, a physiologist at the University of Vermont Medical College, founded BioTek. Dedicated to providing test equipment solutions for the hospital safety and quality assurance markets, BioTek's Biomedical Division grew to become one of the largest and most successful companies in the field.
Looking to expand into a growing Life Science market and capitalize on the increasing popularity of non-isotopic immunoassays, BioTek entered the microplate instrument arena, and in 1981 introduced its first microplate reader. Since then, BioTek has emerged as a global leader in microplate-based solutions that increase the productivity for customers engaged in healthcare, pharmaceutical, agricultural and research applications.
With the sale of the Biomedical Division in 2002, BioTek today is completely focused on microplate instrumentation, automation and software and continues to be a privately held, family-run organization. Briar Alpert, President & CEO, and Adam Alpert, VP of Business Development, take pride in maintaining the corporate culture their father inspired and providing world-class instruments and solutions that help accelerate life science research
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