Partners

Park systems is a global nanometrology equipment company focused on the development production and sale of atomic force microscopy systems. It is headquartered in Korea with local subsidies in the USA Japan and Singapore.

Park Systems is the world leader and the fastest growing Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) company in the world with over a quarter century of continuous growth and product innovation. The company has developed a global sales network of over 30 countries and has more than 1000 AFMs in use around the world.

Park Systems provides the most accurate and yet very easy to use Atomic Force Microscope with revolutionary features like True Non-Contact mode and automated software.

Learn more about Park Systems using the link: www.parksystems.com

Spectral Instruments – Invivo and Invitro Imaging

Spectral Instruments Imaging Inc. based in the USA offers the most innovative next generation Molecular Imaging System. It manufactures instruments for Pre-Clinical Optical ( bioluminescent, fluorescent ) and X-ray imaging.

The cutting edge patented LED based illumination provides  unprecedented  power and previously unattained sensitivity for  FLI and BLI. Deep-cooled camera, LED based illumination, absolute calibration and much more – are all standard.

Researchers in pharma, academia, biotech as well as global CROs can conduct optical imaging system for studying small animal disease model progression, response to therapy and cell migration in-vivo.

Learn more about Spectral Instruments at www.specimg.com

Molecular Vista based in California, designs, develops, and provides tools that allow its customers to probe and understand matter at the molecular level through quantitative visualization.

Its first product, VistaScope, provides a flexible hybrid atomic force microscopy (AFM) and optical spectroscopy platform for studying material & biological systems with chemical specificity with nanometer spatial resolution.

VistaScope is equipped with patented photo-induced force microscopy (PiFM) where the photo-induced polarization of the sample is measured directly in the near-field by detecting the time-integrated force between the tip and the sample.

Imaging infrared wavelengths specific to different chemical entities, PiFM can resolve the nanometer-scale distribution of each chemical species in diverse multi-phase and multi-component systems, thereby revealing an unprecedented and spectacular molecular vista to the researcher.

VistaScope is built upon an ultra stable and flexible optical platform with top, bottom and side illumination/collection (all with high NA) capabilities and can be offered equipped with complementary techniques such as scattering SNOM (Vista­ SNOM) and tip-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (Vista-TERS) .

Learn more about Molecular Vista using the link: www.molecularvista.com

SIGRAY, based in California, is focussed on developing premier x-ray solutions enabled by its patented technologies and its world-class expertise in x-ray source and x-ray optic development.

The SIGRAY ATTOMAP™ X-RAY ANALYTICAL MICROSCOPE provides both transmission-based x-ray structural analysis as well as fluorescence  chemical mapping with down to  < 1-10 ppm trace elemental sensitivity  acquired within  1 second, comparable to 3rd generation bending magnet synchrotron  microprobes.

Such capabilities are unprecedented for a laboratory microXRF, and more comparable to a non-destructive LA-ICP­ MS chemical mapping system , and enables a broad range of applications including: nanoparticles, advanced material, correlative analysis, metallomics and geology.

Learn more about Sigray using the link: www.sigray.com

The latest  ‘µ-X360s ‘ model from Pulstec is the world’s lightest and smallest non-destructive X- Ray analyzer for measuring residual stress in metallic surfaces.

This low cost analyser can efficiently measure stress by detecting the full Debye ring data from a single incident X ray angle.

Learn more about Pulstec using the link: www.pulstec.co.jp/en/

KLA-Tencor USA was established in 1997 through the merger of KLA instruments and Tencor Instruments.

The KLA-Tencor series of benchtop stylus and optical surface profilometers offer the most complete range of stylus surface measurement features to meet the surface measurement needs of the engineering and research communities.

The research-grade stylus surface profilometer products merge surface metrology capability and value with the surface finish measurement tool performance expected from the KLA-Tencor’s surface profilometer and surface metrology products.

Learn more about KLA-Tencor using the link: www.kla.com/surface-profilometry-and-metrology.html

Physical Electronics (PHI) is a subsidiary of ULVAC-PHI, the world’s leading supplier of UHV surface analysis instrumentation used for research and development of advanced materials in a number of high technology fields including: nanotechnology, microelectronics, storage media, bio-medical, and basic materials such as metals , polymers, and coatings.

PHI’s innovative XPS, AES, and SIMS technologies provide our customers with unique tools to solve challenging materials problems and accelerate the development of new materials and products.

Learn more about PHI using the link: www.phi.com

RMC is one of the leading manufacturers of sample preparation equipment for soft matter and life sciences. Their product  line includes:

Ultramicrotomes

Cryosectioning  Systems

Motorized/Rotary  Microtomes

Automated EM Tissue Processors

Glass Knife Makers

Freeze Substitution Systems

Accessories

Learn more about RMC using the link: https://www.boeckeler.com/company

The mission of Fischione Instruments is to ensure a customer focus while providing the highest quality, most innovative instrumentation to the microscopy community.

Since  1966, Fischione Instruments has offered  innovative sample preparation instruments,  advanced  imaging technology, and specimen holders for electron microscopy. Our newest products for SEM and TEM are particularly suited for  emerging nanotechnology  applications.

Fischione will continue to both serve existing needs and address the requirements of emerging microscopy and nanotechnology  applications.

Learn more about Fischione using the link: www.fischione.com

Ted Pella, Inc. was founded in 1968 by Ted Pella & Christel Pella, in California and has steadily grown over the years. Pelco International was formed in 1975 and was created as the export company for Ted Pella, Inc. In 2007.  Pelco International has merged with Ted Pella, Inc. and became the International Division of Ted Pella, Inc.

Ted Pella Inc. is recognized as the leader in microwave tissue processing technology, being active in research in this area. Among the talented scientific staff, specialists in life sciences including histology, biological electron microscopy, ultramicrotomy, immunogold staining as well as vacuum evaporation and material science.

For all your microscopy consumable needs please visit www.tedpella.com

Quorum Technologies  was founded  in 2001, having acquired the long-established Polaron brand and its range of electron microscopy (EM) products. Since then they have been proactive in responding to industry requests and requirements for new instruments and techniques, enabling them to develop over the years into a market-leading, globally recognised business. In 2005 they acquired the Emitech brand, extending their exciting range and growing their business  further.

In 2009 further impetus and investment came with the acquisition of their company by Judges Scientific pie, and a list of other subsidiary companies can be found on their links page.

They continue to manufacture Emitech and Polaron instruments – now under the Quorum Technologies brand – at their two premises in the South East of England, producing cryo-SEM and cryo transfer systems, and EM (SEM and TEM) preparation instruments.

Learn more about Quorum Technologies using the link : www.quorumtech.com

MOLECUBES

High-end benchtop preclinical imaging

At MOLECUBES utmost priority is given in ensuring user friendliness  and providing expert service with absolutely no compromise on image quality.

MOLECUBES provide three separate benchtop imagers or -The -CUBE (SPECT), -CUBE (PET) and X­ CUBE (CT) which are perfectly suited for  in-vivo multimodal whole body rat and mouse imaging.

All “CUBES” are state-of-the-art in terms of resolution, sensitivity and reconstruction software assuring high image quality. Operating on the same software platforms the “CUBES” function as easily in modular as in stand­ alone mode. All systems fit standard lab tables, are (trans)portable and GLP-proof.

The  -CUBE(PET) – high-performance preclinical PET imager.

Sub-millimetre  image resolution is achieved through the combination  of  scintillators, the latest  photon counting technology and GPU-based  event positioning and iterative image reconstruction.

The X-CUBE(CT) – high throughput CT workhorse.

It allows for fast whole body mouse and rat CT imaging at extremely  low dose and excellent soft tissue contrast. The  -CUBE -high-sensitivity, high-resolution (SPECT) imager allowing whole-body mouse and rat imaging.

Patented lofthole technology and laser sintered collimators combined with high-resolution detectors result in a high-end true benchtop imager.

For more detail on the product and for list of publications please visit the link: www.molecubes.com

Teledyne CETAC Technologies is a reputed worldwide leader in sample handling and sample introduction technologies for  elemental analysis.

Acquired by Teledyne Technologies in 2013, CETAC ‘s spectroscopy and automation groups develop and manufacture, a family of products and services for customers around the world, where rapid and accurate determination of trace element concentrations is required.

Teledyne CETAC Technologies’ advanced  products and services include,

• Automated Sample Handling Systems for increasing productivity in the analytical laboratory,
• Sample Preparation Devices and Supplies for the general enhancement of qualitative and quantitative analytical determination in the laboratory,
• Nebulizers and Liquid Sample Introduction Systems for enhancement of sensitivity or the introduction of  small volume samples and
• Laser Ablation Solid Sample Introduction Systems for the analysis of solids without sample dissolution

Learn more about Teledyne-CETAC using the link: www.teledynecetac.com

Leica Microsystems develops and manufactures microscopes and scientific instruments for the analysis of microstructures and nanostructures.

In the industry, Forensic and Education area, Leica Microsystems’ focus is to support customers’ pursuit of the highest quality end result by providing the best and most innovative imaging systems for their needs to see, measure and analyze the microstructures in routine and research industrial applications, in materials science and quality control, in forensic science investigations and educational applications.

Learn more about Leica Microsystems using the link: https://www.leica-microsystems.com/

Quartz Imaging Corp., based in Vancouver Canada since 1993, provides innovative software solutions to more than 2,400 microscopy lab customers in 39 countries.
Their products include:

• Digital Image Acquisition and Processing for most image producing instruments (PCI)
• 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance for Microscopes (PCI/CFR)
• Laboratory Information Management Systems (AL-LIMS)
• Failure Analysis Lab Systems (FA-LIMS)
• Reliability Lab Systems (RE-LIMS)
• Automated Measurement for Semiconductor Features (PCI-AM)

Learn more about Quartz Imaging Corp. using the link: http://quartzimaging.com

At VSPARTICLE, we believe that unleashing the full potential of nanoparticle technology will accelerate the discovery and development new materials by today’s academic and industrial researchers. By simplifying the preparation routes to produce nanoparticles and nano-based materials, rapid innovations within wide-ranging applications can be realised. VSPARTICLE has been developing a lab-scale nanoparticle source based on the spark ablation technology which was pioneered by co- founder,  Andreas Schmidt-Ott. To ensure the future scalability of our technology and to meet industrial production demands, VSPARTICLE are also developing an industrial particle source that is capable of producing nanoparticles on an industrially relevant scale. Our ability to apply our technologies at the lab- and industrial- scales will enable researchers to rapidly implement their pioneering discoveries within an industrial environment.

Learn more about VS Particle using the link: https://vsparticle.com

CytoSMART is an innovator in kinetic live-cell imaging. Combining compact and fast imaging hardware with powerful image analysis algorithms supported by cloud computing. Automation in time-lapse microscopy and image based cell counting to generate high-quality and robust data.

Our team of engineers continue to develop and optimize the image analysis and data storage capacities linked to our systems, making sure that data-sets are easily processed, stored and kept securely in an online environment. We want to enable research that builds on large data-sets and is conveniently communicated.

Learn more about CytoSMART using the link: https://cytosmart.com

Mission of Xenocs is to help our customers in their research, development and production of advanced materials, through our solutions for characterization at the nanoscale. They have a passion for providing our customers with innovative and reliable products and services that enable new results and insight.

The team of Xenocs builds on decades of experience with x-ray instrumentation and materials. characterization, employing more than 50 people from 12 different nationalities at four locations around the world.

Learn more about Xenocs using the link: https://www.xenocs.com