Tecan

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Swiss laboratory instruments company



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Tecan Group Ltd. is a Swiss company specializing in the development, production, and distribution of laboratory instruments and solutions in biopharmaceuticals, forensics, and clinical diagnostics. The company is headquartered in Männedorf, Switzerland.

History[edit | edit source]

Tecan was founded in 1980 in Männedorf, Switzerland. Over the years, the company has grown to become a leading provider of laboratory automation solutions. Tecan's products are used in various fields, including genomics, proteomics, drug discovery, and clinical diagnostics.

Products and Services[edit | edit source]

Tecan offers a wide range of products and services designed to automate laboratory workflows. These include:

  • Liquid Handling Platforms: Tecan's liquid handling platforms are used for automated sample preparation, assay setup, and other laboratory processes.
  • Microplate Readers: These instruments are used for detecting biological, chemical, or physical events in samples contained in microtiter plates.
  • Software Solutions: Tecan provides software for data management, instrument control, and workflow automation.

Applications[edit | edit source]

Tecan's products are used in various applications, including:

  • Biopharmaceutical Research: Automation of drug discovery processes and high-throughput screening.
  • Clinical Diagnostics: Automation of diagnostic assays and sample processing.
  • Forensic Analysis: Automation of DNA extraction and analysis for forensic applications.

Global Presence[edit | edit source]

Tecan headquarters in Switzerland

Tecan operates globally, with subsidiaries and offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company collaborates with leading research institutions and industrial partners worldwide to advance laboratory automation technologies.

Innovation and Research[edit | edit source]

Tecan invests significantly in research and development to innovate and improve its product offerings. The company focuses on developing new technologies that enhance laboratory efficiency and accuracy.

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