This section provides an overview for microscopes as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 87 microscope manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked microscope companies as of November, 2024: 1.Sutter Instrument, 2.Strainsert Co., 3.Nova Tech, Inc..
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A microscope is an instrument for magnifying and observing microscopic objects that cannot be seen with the naked eye, using an eyepiece and an objective lens.
While some microscopes utilize fluorescence or lasers as light sources, the majority of microscopes use visible light.
Magnification ranges from several times larger to about 1,500 times larger. There are different types of biological microscopes and metallurgical microscopes depending on the object to be observed. They are used according to the light transmissivity of the target sample.
Biological samples that transmit light are observed using transmitted light, while metallic samples that do not transmit light are observed using reflected light. For this reason, light sources, lenses, and specimens are arranged differently for biological microscopes and metallurgical microscopes.
Optical microscopes are widely used in various fields such as biology, medicine, food, semiconductors, and education, because they use visible light as a light source and can be directly observed by the human eye without light conversion.
Specifically, they are used in various tests such as blood tests, microbiological tests, dust tests, and integrated circuit tests, as well as in research and development applications in these fields.
The principle of Microscope is simple: light is shone on the object to be observed, and the transmitted or reflected light transmitted through the object is magnified by the objective lens.
The magnification of Microscope is expressed as the product of the magnifying power of the objective lens and the eyepiece. The higher the magnification, the larger a small object can be magnified for observation.
Microscopes can be broadly categorized into two types based on their method of illumination: "transmission-type" and "reflection-type. The transmission-type is used for objects that transmit light, such as cells, bacteria, and other biological specimens. In contrast, the reflection-type is used for objects that do not transmit light, such as metals and semiconductors. There are two types of objective lenses: upright type, where the objective lens is positioned above the sample, and the inverted type, where the objective lens is positioned below the sample. In particular, the inverted type is used for samples cultured in petri dishes because it is necessary to look into the sample from below.
The optical magnification of microscope is determined by the magnifications of the objective lens and eyepiece. In addition to magnification, resolution and contrast are also important factors in microscope observation.
Resolution refers to the minimum distance (δ) at which two different points can be recognized as separate points. It indicates how much detail can be distinguished. In microscopes, resolution is determined by the numerical aperture (NA) of the objective lens and the wavelength of light (λ), and is expressed by the following equation:
δ = kλ/NA (k is a constant)
The numerical aperture (NA) is calculated by n × sinθ, where n is the refractive index between the objective lens and the medium, and θ is the maximum angle of the light ray incident on the objective lens relative to the optical axis.
Next, let us discuss contrast.
In recent years, in addition to staining and aperture adjustment, observation methods utilizing light scattering, diffraction, and fluorescence have been established under names such as phase contrast and differential interference. Microscopes specialized for these observation methods exist and are called phase contrast microscopes or differential interference microscopes. When cells are stained, the cells are dead, but phase contrast microscopes and differential interference microscopes make it possible to observe living cells.
When observing with microscope, the way you see the object depends on how the light is shined on it. There are three basic observation methods: bright-field observation, dark-field observation, and observation with oblique illumination.
Bright-field observation is the most basic observation method, in which the object is illuminated by light and the transmitted light is observed. It is mainly used to observe stained samples.
On the other hand, in dark-field observation, light is shone from directly below and scattered or reflected light is used for observation. This method is mainly used for observation of transparent objects that have not been stained or small objects.
Although staining the object is a fundamental requirement for bright-field observation, if the object is a living organism, there is concern that staining may kill it or impair its function, so the dark-field method is used.
Observation using oblique illumination is intermediate between these two observation methods. By illuminating the object from an oblique angle, it is possible to achieve an appearance intermediate between the bright-field and dark-field observation methods.
Since the resolution of an optical microscope is inversely proportional to the number of apertures, a smaller resolution can be obtained by increasing the number of apertures. The aperture is proportional to the refractive index between the objective lens and the medium. The immersion objective lens uses this characteristic to obtain higher resolution by filling the space between the sample and the objective lens with a liquid with a high refractive index. The liquid used depends on the object to be observed.
An objective lens that uses oil as the liquid is called an "oil-immersion objective lens. Since oil has a higher refractive index than water, it has the effect of increasing resolution, and a brighter, sharper image can be obtained by using an oil-immersion objective lens. However, when observing an object with thickness or a gap between the sample and the cover glass, the image formed by the microscope will be blurred due to spherical aberration stemming from the objective lens, which is caused by the difference in refractive index between the object and the cover glass.
On the other hand, an objective lens that uses water as a liquid is called a "water-immersion objective lens. Water-immersion objective lenses are designed to produce the same image regardless of the thickness of the object. When observing a thin object, the oil-immersion objective lens provides a brighter and clearer image, but when observing a thick object, the water-immersion objective lens provides better performance.
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TA Instruments, established in 1963, is a manufacturer of machinery for thermal analysis, rheology, microcalorimetry, and mechanical analysis, headquartered in Delaware, USA. Their product range includes rheometers, thermal analyzers, calorimeters, dilatometers, and viscometers which are used in various industries such as biopharmaceuticals, electronics, and pharmaceuticals. Their products provide crucial insights into material properties, enabling quality control, optimizing processes, and facilitating product development. TA Instruments ensures quality and holds certifications such as ISO 9001 for quality management.
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Strainsert began in 1960 and is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Stransert is a designer and manufacturer of sensors used in research, testing, weighing, and control applications used in aerospace, automotive, marine, and other industrial applications including deep sea and Mars rover expeditions. Strainsert is AS9100 certified. Strainsert’s product lines include force sensing pins and bolts, flat load cells, force sensing tension links, and force measurement systems and instruments. Strainsert also offers a full range of calibration, repair, technical, and engineering services.
Optris Infrared Sensing, LLC was established in 2003 and is headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The company is a developer and manufacturer of infrared measurement technology for glass, plastics, automotive, semiconductor, and related industries. The company’s product program covers portable thermometers, fixed industrial thermometers, and infrared cameras. The company’s services include machine calibration services, repair services, 24 month's guarantee on service, and, certification of calibration to document the accuracy of the IR sensor or thermal imager.
Fluitron began in the 1950s and was officially founded in 1976 and operates out of Hatboro, Pennsylvania. In 2022 Ara Partners acquired Fluitron and Bethlehem Hydrogen to establish a hydrogen platform. Today, Fluitron designs and manufactures precision technology for industrial gas compression. Fluitron’s standard products include pressure vessel fabrication and pressure pumps, as well as storage, dispensing, and cryogenic products. Fluitron also offers custom applications such as reactors, CO2 extraction equipment, and containment cells. Fluitron also offers services such as quality control, testing, and other custom designs.
Excelitas Technologies Corp., headquartered in Waltham, USA, is a manufacturer of photonic solutions. The company provides photonic solutions for the illumination, optical and imaging needs of the OEM and end-user customers. The products like cameras, sensors and light sources serve an array of applications across many sectors. These range of applications include clinical diagnostics, autonomous vehicles and X-ray security screening. The company also offers bespoke photonic solutions such as discrete components, sub-assemblies, or complete turnkey solutions tailored to the customers' specific requirements.
Gagemaker is a manufacturer of industrial-grade measurement devices and inspection equipment that was established in Pasadena, Texas, USA, in 1979. The company primarily produces taper gages, thread height gages, and lead gages for large-diameter measurement or API thread inspection. It also offers indicators, cases, and calibration equipment for its portfolio products. The company is ISO 9001-certified, and provides custom design, part measurement, and inspection services to its clients. It chiefly serves the oil and gas, mining, and machine shop industries.
Traceable was established in 1978 and is headquartered in Webster, Texas, US, as a manufacturer and designer of serialized, calibrated, and certified Traceable lab instruments. The product portfolio includes thermometers, barometers, hygrometers, manometers, controllers, timers, clocks, stopwatches, and lab tools. These products find applications in diverse fields, serving purposes such as temperature and atmospheric pressure measurement, humidity monitoring, pressure measurements, process control, timekeeping, and laboratory analysis. These products are utilized across various industries, including healthcare, laboratory, and industrial sectors, as well as in biopharmaceutical industries.
Baker Co., founded in 1951, is a pioneering manufacturer based in Sanford, Maine, United States, specializing in laboratory equipment catering to different scientific applications. The company’s product line includes biological safety cabinets, clean benches, pharmacy isolators, cell culture incubators, fume Hoods, etc. The products are tailored to meet the needs of scientific fields, such as biosafety and contamination control, pharmaceutical compounding, cell culture, aseptic biopharmaceutical processing, and animal science research. Baker's innovation and precision are evident in its solutions for biosafety, compliance, manufacturing, monitoring, research, and workflow automation requirements.
Mad City Labs, Inc. was established in 1998 and is headquartered in Madison, WI, and is a manufacturer of flexure-based piezo nanopositioning systems capable of sub-nanometer positioning resolution. The portfolio of the company includes nanopositioning systems, micropositioning systems, single-molecule microscopy, general microscopy, atomic force microscopy, near-field scanning optical microscopy, and many more. The nanopositioning systems of the company move and maintain the position of objects with sub-nanometer precision and high stability. Applications for nanopositioners include super-resolution microscopy, high-speed confocal imaging, AFM, NSOM, SPM, etc.
Bruker, founded in 1960 and based in Billerica, Massachusetts, is a manufacturer and distributor of scientific instruments and analytical and diagnostic solutions. The company's product range includes analyzers, microscopes, and imaging solutions, which have applications in fields such as life science research, cell biology, and microbiology. In 1969, the company developed the world's first FT-NMR spectrometer system, enabling broadband proton decoupling. In 1997, it further expanded its capabilities by acquiring the analytical X-ray division of Siemens AG. The company holds ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certifications, and its products are available for sale worldwide.
Sutter Instrument, established in 1974, is a manufacturer of amplifier systems, microscopes, stages and translators, perfusion systems, and bundled systems. Micromanufacturing, air tables and equipment racks, glass and filament, microinjections, and OEM items are also manufactured. The products are used in the medical, pharmaceutical, R&D, power supply, and imaging industries. The company in One Digital Drive, Novato, CA, has capabilities such as state-of-the-art CNC machining and turning centers for producing precise mechanical components. Sutter became partially employee-held in 2007 with the introduction of an ESOP.
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Optotherm, Inc. is an American manufacturer of thermal imaging test systems that was established in Sewickley, Pennsylvania in 1998. The company produces various branded thermal imaging systems, including MICROS for microscopic analysis of electronics, MEMS, and medical devices, as well as SENTRIS for electronics failure analysis for circuit boards and semiconductors. It also offers its THERMALIZE thermal image analysis software that provides image enhancement, measurement, and annotation functionalities to its users. Optotherm, Inc. products are primarily used by clients in research and educational institutions, as well as in the semiconductor and consumer electronics industries.
GEI International, Inc., founded in 1961 and headquartered in East Syracuse, New York, is a manufacturer of measuring tools. The company's product line includes stainless steel rulers, metric and imperial rulers, custom-made rulers, depth gauges, wire gauges, as well as vernier calipers, magnifiers, and microscopes. Serving various industries such as manufacturing, construction, and healthcare, these tools are utilized for obtaining precise measurements, as well as for inspecting components, and conducting various analyses.
Gray Optics, founded in Portland, Maine, in 2017 is a manufacturer of optical products for the medical, life science and industrial markets. The company's product portfolio includes Micro-optics and micro-optical assemblies, Fiber optic installation and polishing, Hermetic seals, Custom mechanical housing and 3D Imaging systems. The company serves markets such as healthcare, medical, consumer goods, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology. The company provides services such as Product Selection Guidance, Engineering Support, New Product Design and Development and Custom Manufacturing.
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Flexbar Machine Corporation, founded in 1965 and located in Islandia, New York, is a Manufacturer and distributor of metrology-grade replicas, casting materials, and precision measuring instruments. Its diverse range of products includes video and optical inspection devices, gages, borescopes, gage stands, and machine tool accessories. The company's products are used in quality control, metrology, and precision measurement applications across various industries. Flexbar's products cater to industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical, electronics, and other sectors where precise measurement and inspection are essential for maintaining product performance. The company also holds ISO 9001 certification.
Carson Optical, Inc., founded in 1990, is an optical product manufacturer and supplier headquartered in Ronkonkoma, New York, United States. The company features a prototyping and optical metrology laboratory which complements product manufacturing protected by over 100 patents. These products include magnifiers and magnifying glasses, ranging from handheld and loupe to portable options. The company also offers a series of binoculars with high magnification and broad visibility across various lighting conditions. It further provides a range of biological, digital, and pocket microscopes. The company serves a global clientele, including the United Kingdom, Europe, and Asia, facilitated by international distribution centers.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., founded in 1956 and headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, is a manufacturer and supplier of life science solutions, analytical instruments, specialty diagnostics, laboratory products, and biopharma services. Through its brand names, including Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Patheon, Applied Biosystems, and Gibco, among others, the company provides a wide range of products, which include chromatography systems, thermal cyclers, automated cell counters, fermenters, and DNA polymerases. The company’s annual revenue is over 40 billion USD, and it serves several fields, including customers working in clinical diagnostic labs, research institutions, hospitals, government agencies, and pharmaceutical/biotech companies.
LECO Corporation, headquartered in St. Joseph, Michigan, has been a manufacturer and distributor of metallographic equipment since 1936. The company specializes in producing metallographic equipment, serving laboratories worldwide. Its product range includes the 832 and 828 Series Combustion systems for organic material analysis, the 836 Series Elemental Analyzer for inorganic materials, and the Pegasus BT GC-TOFMS Mass Spectrometer. These instruments cater to elemental analysis, thermal analysis, metallography, and mass spectrometry that are essential for laboratories. It holds several certifications, including ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and the ANSI/NCSL Z540-1-1994 for calibration, as well as an ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management.
Techkon USA is an American manufacturer and distributor of color measurement instruments founded in 2007 and based in Danvers, Massachusetts. The company produces and distributes a range of spectrophotometers, densitometers, colorimeters, and software that allow users to monitor the color quality of print productions. These have applications in various media markets, including printing, graphic design as well as packaging and paint manufacturing processes. Techkon USA also provides clients with training, product calibration, and technical support services.
AppMet, Inc was founded in 1993 in North Charleston, South Carolina. AppMet is a calibration and testing company offering dimensional, physical & mechanical, and electronic & electrical calibration services in climate-controlled laboratories as well as on-site calibrations when possible. AppMet is ISO/IEC 17025 as well as Full Service ISO-99001 certified. Electronic calibrations are made with all types of electrical and electronic test equipment from analog multimeters to RF spectrum analyzers. Physical and mechanical calibrations and tests are performed with equipment ranging from analytical balances to vacuum gages. Dimensional calibrations are performed with equipment ranging from 1-2-3 blocks to angle plates to thickness gages.
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NCI Clean, now part of North Central Instruments, began in 1995 as Innotech Products as a distributor for laboratory and cleanroom equipment. NCI Clean offers modular cleanrooms and products intended for use in cleanrooms such as flooring, paint, filters, curtains, and instrumentation. Other cleanroom equipment include air showers, surge isolation pods, desiccators, cleanbenches, fume hoods, spray guns, glove boxes, anti-fatigue mats, and shoe cleaners. Other equipment includes gowning room furniture and components, cleanroom apparel, microscopes, and supplies such as alcohols, swabs, and wipes.
Federal Radio and Television, now known as Federal Electronics, was founded in Providence, Rhode Island, in 1948. They were established by Romolo Evangelista and initially sold and maintained electric machinery and appliances. Federal Electronics is now an Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) supplier with offices in Rhode Island and Mexico. They engage in electronic contract manufacturing that is adaptable and configurable. Their services include but are not limited to, fiber optic interconnects, box builds, and systems integration.
Penco Precision is a supplier of optical and mechanical inspection equipment established in 1958 in Libertyville, Illinois. The company offers various inspection and optical measurement equipment, including laser micrometers, task light magnifiers, video systems, and force gauges. It also offers gages, lighting products, and torque tools from brands such as Unitron, Mitutoyo, Waldmann, and Starrett. Penco Precision also provides product calibration and repair services to clients in the metal fabrication, medical device manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace industries.
HealthStar was founded in 1983 in Braintree, Massachusetts. HealthStar is a distributor of manufacturing equipment, specializing in processing and packaging. HealthStar specializes in blow-fill-seal, in-line and rotary liquid & power filling, secondary packaging, tablet & capsule processing, sterile & aseptic filling, processing, && packaging, granulation & blending, tanks & reactors, and terminal sterilization. HealthStar services include blow-fill-seal rebuilding, partial to full plant liquidations, auctions, and appraisals, surplus equipment purchasing, equipment exchanges, and equipment search and referral.
CAMECA Instruments, Inc., founded in 1953 and headquartered in Wisconsin, United States, operates as a manufacturer specializing in scientific instruments. The company provides a wide range of products and services, including electron microprobes, ion microprobes, and secondary ion mass spectrometers (SIMS). It caters to industries such as materials science, geology, nuclear forensics, and semiconductor manufacturing. The company's cutting-edge scientific instruments find applications in elemental and isotopic analysis, enabling research and quality control in different fields.
Marcel Aubert SA, established in 1946 and headquartered in Nidau, Switzerland, is an optical measurement and comparison technology and equipment designer, manufacturer, and supplier. The company offers a range of optical systems, control devices, and electronic measuring instruments. Its products include video microscope measuring equipment, fiber optic illuminators, and critical accessories such as diffuser filters and intensity regulators. It also provides motorized equipment with control and image acquisition software, which is used in various sectors of industry, including jewelry making, medical laboratories, and miniature electronics manufacturing.
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CARMAR ACCURACY CO., LTD, established in 1987 and based in Taichung, Taiwan, is a manufacturer and designer of non-contact and contact measurement systems. The company produces products such as linear scale, profile projectors, video measuring systems and machines, coordinate measuring machines, and white light scanners. All the measuring systems made by the company will inspect the metal, plastic, and rubber components like wafers and PCBs and supply them to different customers in Southeast Asia, China, Europe, America, and Japan.
Beijing TIME High Technology Ltd., founded in 1984 in Beijing, China, is a manufacturer of precision measuring instruments. The company manufactures Leeb hardness testers, thickness gauges, ultrasonic flaw detectors, metallurgy equipment, and roughness testers. These advanced instruments are important for obtaining robust accuracy and stability, making them indispensable tools for quality control and material testing across various industries. The Leeb hardness testers are used for assessing the hardness of metals, while their thickness gauges and roughness testers maintain quality standards. The wholly owned company of Time Group with ISO9001, ISO14001, OHSAS18001, CE, Gost Certificates, operates in 60 countries.
Haida International Equipment was founded in 2004 as a manufacturer and supplier of Testing Equipment in China. The company deals in various precision testing instruments, machines, and services such as Batteries, Furniture, Textiles, Leather and Shoes, and Rubber and Plastic test equipment. There is also Adhesive tape, Cookware, Luggage, Optical, and Vibration test equipment along with Accelerated Environment Test Chamber (AES) that executes QC inspection on electronic appliances, paper products, metals, research institutes, and lots more. The other testing machines cater to industrial and mining enterprises, colleges and universities, engineering quality supervision stations, and other departments.
ERICHSEN GmbH & Co. KG was founded in 1910 and is based in Hemer, Germany is a manufacturer of measuring and testing devices for sheet metal, paints and similar coatings. The company research, develop, design and manufacture testing equipment and machines for the following fields of application: Sheet Metal Testing, Surface Testing, Corrosion Testing, and Materials Testing. To round off the company’s product range and as a system provider, they have electromagnetic coating thickness gauges, abrasion testers, printing ink testers, adhesive testers and color dispersing devices in our product range.
Fluigent, founded in 2005 and located in Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France, is a developer and manufacturer of fluid control systems. The company offers a broad range of products that include microfluidic devices, modular OEM microfluidic flow controllers, microfluidic OEM pressure controllers, and OEM microfluidic pressure sources. These products find general use in the field of microfluidics, allowing for the precise manipulation and control of small fluid volumes. The company’s products cater to industries, including life sciences for genomics and cell analysis, drug discovery, biotechnology, chemical analysis, and diagnostics.
Sinowon Innovation Metrology Manufacture Limited, founded in 2006 with facilities in China, is a manufacturer of geometric dimension measurement instruments and precision devices. The company's products include automatic vision measuring machines, 2D optical measuring machines, profile projectors, video microscopes, and precision displacement platforms. Sinowon Innovation Metrology Manufacture Limited's products are used for measuring dimensional and positional tolerances such as flatness, perpendicularity, and position. The company serves various industries, including 3C consumer electronics, new energy vehicles, medical health, home appliances, and solar photovoltaics.
HORIBA RADIO LABORATORY was established in Japan in 1945 and has spent the last three-quarters of a century growing as an R&D company and engaged in international operations. HORIBA Scientific offers 200 years of experience developing high-performance scientific instruments and analytical solutions. The HORIBA Group of worldwide companies provides an extensive array of instruments and systems for applications ranging from automotive R&D, process and environmental monitoring, in-vitro medical diagnostics, semiconductor manufacturing, and metrology to a broad range of scientific R&D and QC measurements. Operating in Asia, Europe, and North and South America, HORIBA scientific develops solutions that go beyond just products.
Optika Italy, established in 1971 and headquartered in Ponteranica, Italy, is a manufacturer and supplier of microscopes and microscopy accessories. The company offers a range of products, including biological microscopes, stereo microscopes, polarizing microscopes, inverted microscopes, and digital cameras with software. These tools find application across diverse sectors such as education, research, industry, and medicine. All of its processes adhere to the Quality Management System, following the UNI EN ISO 9001 standard.
Vision Engineering Ltd, founded in 1958, is a British manufacturer based in Woking, Surrey, specializing in stereo inspection microscopes and non-contact measuring systems. The company's product range encompasses various microscopes, including digital, stereo, and eyepiece-less stereo models. It also offers 3D digital inspection devices integrated with deep reality viewer (DRV) technology, enabling immersive 3D imaging experiences. Additionally, the company provides non-contact measuring systems, spanning from toolmakers' measuring microscopes to fully-automated computerized numerical control (CNC) video measuring systems. Coordinate measuring machines (CMMs) and bench magnifiers are also available. These products find applications in various industries, such as biomedical, electronics, and medical devices.
Mitutoyo was founded in 1934 and headquartered in Kawasaki City, Japan. The company is a manufacturer and seller of precision measuring instruments including software, optics, machinery, and electronics. The company is ISO/IEC 17025 accredited for calibration services for measuring instruments. The company’s product lines include Micrometers, Calipers, Calibration Equipment, Vision Measuring Systems, and many others. The company’s coordinate measuring machines and roundness/cylindricity measuring machines are sol in over 60 countries worldwide.
Olympus is a manufacturer of advanced image, microscopy, and medical equipment. The company was founded in 1919 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company’s extensive product portfolio includes cutting-edge cameras, lenses, endoscopes, and scientific instruments that have revolutionized businessess and healthcare worldwide. The company combines state-of-the-art technology with unrivalled expertise, setting buisness standards for quality and performance. Olympus empower professionals and enthusiasts alike to capture, visualize, and analyze the world in new and transformative ways.
Leica Microsystems is a developer and manufacturer of microscopes and scientific instruments for the analysis of microstructures and nanostructures. The company is a provider in compound and stereo microscopy, digital microscopy, confocal user scanning, and super-resolution microscopy with related imaging systems, electron microscopy, sample preparation, and surgical microscopy used in medical, life science, and industrial applications. The company’s services include service plans, preventative maintenance, remote care, and qualification services for ensuring compliance of Leica equipment to governmental regulations.
Shandong Liangong Testing Machine Co. Ltd, established in 2008 and headquartered in Shandong, China, is a manufacturer of material mechanics testing equipment. The company’s products include nine main series and over a hundred types of instruments, catering to various industries such as metallurgy, aerospace, and automotive. It offers technical support, including training, troubleshooting, and engineering solutions. Its services extend globally through ASTM Testing Equipment Co. Ltd, facilitating international sales and support. The company comprises several subsidiaries, including Jinan Liangong Testing Technology Co. Ltd, Shandong Liangong Testing Machine Co. Ltd, and ASTM Testing Equipment Co. Ltd.
Elcometer Limited, established in 1947, has a global network of facilities and is a manufacturer in the UK and the USA of inspection equipment for the coatings, concrete, and NDT industries. The company's core portfolio of products covers four divisions: Blast, spray, coating inspections, and NDT equipment. Example products include industrial and commercial spray equipment used for protective coatings to meet OEM requirements, bodyshop spray equipment, and components used primarily to provide repair and customized work to the interior and body of passenger cars, trucks, vans, and trailers by their clients, including commercial, industrial, and OEMs.
Motic Group, founded in 1988 and based in Texas, United States, is a manufacturer of various types of microscopes and related equipment and components. The company specifically makes biological microscopes, stereo microscopes, trinoculars, tablet cameras, and single-slide scanners. It also fabricates high-voltage insulation components and slide-sharing platforms. Its microscopes can be used in various applications such as education, life sciences, industrial, and scientific research and it is an ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 13485 certified company.
Auxilab S.L., founded in 1985 in Zaragoza, Spain, is a manufacturer and supplier of lab equipment and scientific instruments. The company's extensive product lineup includes laboratory glassware, plasticware, and other essential tools utilized in various research, education, and industrial applications. Auxilab's products are integral for accurate experimentation and analysis in fields such as biology, and physics. Their product quality and precision ensure the advancement of scientific knowledge and creativity. The company also aims to serve the scientific community with ideal, quality equipment that supports research, learning, and discovery.
Multitek Technologies, established in 1994 and headquartered in New Delhi, India, is a manufacturer and supplier of metrology and metallurgical equipment and solutions. The company supplies machines and equipment for materialography, metallography, and hardness testing. Its products include cutting machines, hardness testers, and vision inspection systems. The company’s NABL-certified lab provides calibration services for pressure gauges, torque wrenches, and thermometers. Its products and solutions cater to diverse sectors, including automobiles, healthcare testing labs, and industrial engineering.
Turbines Incorporated, founded in 1983 and now a subsidiary of Primary Flow Signal Inc., is a turbine flowmeter manufacturer headquartered in Altus, Oklahoma, United States. The company offers a range of metering devices including cryogenic flowmeters, suitable for low-temperature conditions, gas flowmeters, available in various configurations such as low-flow, high-pressure, and engineered options, as well as liquid turbine flowmeters, typically stainless steel in-line and water-style turbine meters. The company provides these solutions to diverse industries, including food and beverages, oil and gas, military, and power generation. It also delivers custom-engineered solutions for original equipment manufacturers and private labels.
Label Value, established in 2005 and headquartered in Tampa, Florida, United States, is a manufacturer and supplier of labeling and packaging products. The company's products include tag label makers, industrial label printers, and metal tape embossers. It also offers custom wrap-around label production, which can be used for consumer product containers, bottles, and beverage cans and is available in silver film matte and gloss laminate. Customers can design and order these custom labels directly through its website. Its custom-printed packaging products include shrink sleeves and flex packs.
Qioptiq Photonics GmbH & Co. KG is based in Göttingen, Germany, and is a photonics manufacturer that was founded in 2005 before being acquired by Excelitas Technologies Corp. in 2013. The company produces standard and custom optical systems, components, and software. These include fixed beam expanders, flat optical rail systems, and lens configuration software. The company also offers optical system and lens design, coating, and polishing services. Its products are used by clients in the semiconductor, defense, and research sectors.
Mahr GmbH is an ISO 50001-certified manufacturer of metrology and metering products that was established in Göttingen, Germany in 1861. The company’s product lineup includes measuring devices and instruments for quality control applications, and metering systems such as meter mix dispense machines and gear metering pumps for accurate dosing of pastes, gels or liquids. It also offers rotary stroke bearings for creating repeatability in linear or rotary motion. The company’s products are commonly used in the machine building processes, electronics manufacturing, and injection molding.
Foundrax Engineering Products Ltd. is an UKAS-certified manufacturer of testing machines and equipment for Brinell hardness that was established in London, England, United Kingdom, in 1948. The company produces Brinell hardness testing equipment such as reference blocks and indenters, as well as hardness testing machines such as portable and automatic models. It also offers calibration, maintenance, and repair services for customers requiring additional assistance. The company’s products are used mainly by clients in the rail, metalworking, and mining industries.
Mahr Inc., founded in 1861 and located in Rhode Island, United States, is a supplier of production metrology, rotary stroke bearings, gear metering pumps, and meter mix dispense technology. The company offers a range of products, including handheld gages, stereo-zoom microscopes, planetary spinning pumps, spin finish metering pumps, and the N500 ball cage, that cater to various industries including automotive, aerospace, medical, and energy. Mahr Inc.'s metrology systems include coordinate measuring machines, optical measuring machines, contour measuring machines, and gear measurement systems to meet the stringent requirements of industries.
Wise Device Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of microscopy automation products that was established in 2003 in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. The company specializes in products for scientific and imaging applications, including high-speed autofocus (ATF) sensors, infrared imaging systems, and precision focus automation (PTF) sensors. It also offers modular microscopy system (MMS) parts, such as illuminators and Z-axis actuators. The company’s products are commonly used in life sciences, photonics, and machine vision.
Motic is a global manufacturer of various microscopes for educational, medical, and scientific applications. The company was originally founded in 1988 by Hong Kong-based Chinese company Speed Fair Co., Ltd, but now operates primarily out of its US office in Waltham, Massachusetts. The company's product line includes stereo microscopes for 3D visualization and dissection, industrial microscopes for quality control and inspection, and compound microscopes for life science and research. Motic also produces common microscopy parts and accessories, such as replacement bulbs, mount camera adaptors, and stage plates.
Motion X Corporation was established in 2002 by a group of industry professionals with extensive applied experience in designing, manufacturing, and supporting turnkey motion control systems and subsystems. The company is headquartered in Goleta, California near the University of California, Santa Barbara. The company is a designer and manufacturer of motional control systems and provider of motion control services for customers worldwide, serving industries including semiconductor, data storage, aerospace, microscopy, and photonics. The company also performs contract manufacturing services, fulfilling outsourcing manufacturing requests.
Labomiz Scientific Ltd., Founded in the year 2007, is a manufacturer and global supplier of laboratory and scientific equipment. The company serves educational institutions and research laboratories worldwide. Labomiz's comprehensive range of laboratory equipment is designed to meet the needs of various industries and research fields. The company has established itself as a source for classy laboratory instruments, supported by a team of skilled professionals in marketing, sales, application, and support. Labomiz Scientific Ltd. continues to scientific advancements through its advanced and laboratory equipment offerings.
Huanghua Faithful Instrument Co.,LTD is a manufacturer and supplier of laboratory equipment and medical equipment. The company was founded in 2011 and is based in coastal city-Huanghua The company offers a comprehensive range of products which include laboratory balances, spectrophotometers, centrifuges, and more. The company products have been extensively used in domestic and foreign research institutes and university laboratories. The company is aimed at providing tailored solutions to meet diverse needs across research, healthcare, manufacturing, and education sectors.
BAQ GmbH, established in 1992 and located in Braunschweig, Germany, is an ISO 9001-certified developer and manufacturer of hardness testing devices and equipment. The company offers mobile as well as stationary hardness testing devices, and laboratory equipment for testing characterized coatings. It also offers related accessories such as hardness and indenter test blocks for integration in existing facilities or production lines, and rental units for customers looking to save on costs. The company mainly serves clients in the industrial manufacturing and quality assurance sectors.
attocube systems AG was established in 2001 in Haar, Germany, as a manufacturer and distributor of spatial nano-positioning systems and complete probing tools. The company's product list consists of the atto3DR, neaSCOPE, attoTMS, and attoDRY series, among others. The products find applications in various fields, including motion analysis, nanoscale research, precision motion control, and quality assurance and control, contributing to accuracy and precision in scientific analysis and industrial processes. The company serves various industries, including surface science, laboratory testing, infrastructure, mesoscopic physics, materials science, and nanoprecise positioning.
Wuxi jiebo electrical technology co.,ltd. was founded in 2009 and is a manufacturer and supplier of high-speed analytical instruments based in Liangxi, Wuxi, China. The company offers various analytical measuring devices such as optical emission spectrometer, inductively coupled plasma, carbon sulfur analyzer, metallographic cutting machine, universal testing machine, and pen type hardness tester. The products have been used in various fields of application such as casting, metallurgy, mechanical, steel, and ore.
Unitron Ltd. is an ISO 13485-certified manufacturer of imaging systems and microscopes that was established in 1952 in Commack, New York, USA. The company offers digital imaging products for microscopy such as microscope cameras and monitors, as well as compound and stereo microscope models. It is the North American distributor of Luxo Contract Lighting products, and stocks various LED lights including ring, spot, and fiber optic models. The company chiefly serves its clients in the medical, laboratory, and consumer electronics industries.
Parco Scientific Company is a manufacturer and distributor of scientific products for the institutional and industrial sectors that was established in 1968 in Westland, Michigan, USA. The company offers biology products such as dissection tools and anatomy models, microscopy products such as microscopes and related accessories, and chemistry products such as glassware and balances. It also offers maintenance and repair services for its portfolio products. The company chiefly serves North America’s research and educational institutions, with clients in the industrial processing sector.
Carton Optical Industries Ltd., founded in 1930, is a Japanese manufacturer of optical goods based in Sagamihara, Kanagawa. Certified with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, the company offers a range of magnification and visual inspection tools, including stereo microscopes featuring dual eyepieces for three-dimensional object observations. It also produces loupes, which are handheld magnifiers for examining jewelry, textiles, and timepieces. Complementing these products are accessories, such as eyepieces for different magnification needs, stereo microscope lenses, and cameras with compatible adapters, utilized in both educational and industrial sectors.
Amtek Tool and Supply, Inc. based in Madison Heights, MI. Amtetk is an online super market for tools, supplies, and other hardware for individual, professional, and corporate customers. Product types include milling, threading, and turning devices, tooling systems, saws, broaching and deburring bits, cutting tool blanks and spares, abrasives, power tools, hand tools, safety equipment, measuring devices, lubrication, sanitation supplies, storage, pneumatics, shipping supplies, transmissions, and various other hardware and shipping supplies. Amtek’s online storefront offers precise filters to help find exact products to meet customer needs.
ZEISS, established in 1846 in the United Kingdom, is a manufacturer and supplier of optical and optoelectronic technology. The company’s diverse product portfolio includes precision optics, microscopy systems, medical devices, and industrial measurement equipment, serving industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and research. With a rich history of creativity and global existence, ZEISS is devoted to advancing science, technology, and quality in various fields through its cutting-edge solutions. The company’s emphasis on brilliance has solidified its position as an ideal provider of optical and optoelectronic technology worldwide.
BYC INDUSTRIAL LIMITED, a company headquartered in Changsha, China, is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in the production of optical products. The company's range of optical products includes micro zoom lenses, microscope lights, and Newtonian reflectors. These products are used in various applications, including healthcare, jewelry and gemology, as well as astronomy and astrophysics. The company also offers services including technical support to assist clients with product usage, maintenance, and fast delivery of products to customers.
Evident Corporation is a scientific research and development company in Shinjuku, Tokyo that was established in 2008. Formerly known as Olympus Scientific Solutions, the company specializes in developing cutting-edge technology and products for various industries, including aerospace, automotive, electronics, energy, and medical research. Evident Corporation has proliferated and expanded its product offerings and services to meet the needs of its customers. Their product offerings include non-destructive testing (NDT) solutions such as thickness gauges and automated inspection systems, XRF analyzers like handheld XRF analyzers, industrial microscopes, and video scopes and borescopes.
Zygo Corporation, founded in 1970 and headquartered in Middlefield, Connecticut, is a manufacturer of optical metrology systems and optical components and assemblies. The company manufactures products in several categories, including laser interferometers, 3D optical profilers, and optical components. It serves several industries, including medical, automotive, and consumer electronics, and also provides customizable metrology software to help customers measure. The company holds 750 patents, and in 2014, it became part of the Ultra Precision Technologies division of AMETEK Inc. It is ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 certified and sells its products under brand names such as Navitar, Special Optics, and Pixelink.
Value Tronics International Inc., founded in 1992 and based in Elgin, Illinois, is a distributor of a wide range of equipment, such as signal generators, power supplies, and spectrum analyzers. The company stocks over 8,000 products, including used and new equipment from over 300 manufacturers like Berkeley Varitronics, Compression Techniques, and Delta Elektronika. It also buys obsolete and unused testing and lab equipment, which includes meters, oscilloscopes, and data loggers. The company provides financing options that allow customers to pay for purchases later. It also has a loyalty program where customers earn a 2% credit after a purchase.
SEIWA Optical, established in 2010 and located in Frankfurt, Germany, is a distributor and supplier of optical components and instruments. They offer a wide range of products, including lenses, filters, mirrors, prisms, and optical assemblies. These optical solutions cater to various industries such as automotive, electronics, telecommunications, medical devices, and scientific research. SEIWA Optical provides optical components for applications including machine vision systems for automated inspection, spectroscopy systems for scientific research and analysis, and optical metrology systems for precise measurements in manufacturing processes.
Komax is an ISO 14001 and ISO 45001-certified supplier of wire processing products and software established in 1975 in Dierikon, Switzerland. The company’s product lineup includes testing systems for wire harnesses or modules, wire processing machines for stripping or twisting processes, and related accessories such as terminals and blades. It also offers wire processing software for supporting wire harness optimization, design, and production operations. The company’s products are used primarily by clients in the telecom, automotive, and datacom industries.
Hybrid Electronics is a global distribution specialist of electronic components, with access to over 50 million unique components. Among the markets HE serves are the aerospace, automotive, communications, defense, industrial, medical, national security, and test & measurement industries. In addition to components, HE also provides quality and compliance testing, counterfeit detection, upscreening, and other forms of quality control. Examples of component subtypes that HE offers include ICs, batteries, capacitors, semiconductor products, sensors, circuit protection, interconnectors, filters, optoelectronics, relays, switches, power supplies, and cables and cable assemblies.
Lighting Specialties, Inc., established in 1917 and headquartered in Chicago, is a distributor and manufacturer of lighting products. The company offers a diverse product catalog including working station lighting, adjustable arm fluorescent lights, waterproof tubular fluorescent fixtures, magnification X-ray viewers, and incandescent waterproof fluorescent products. These lighting solutions cater to a wide array of industries and clientele, including federal and state governments, major industrial distributors, catalog companies, office furniture dealers, and hospitals.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Sutter Instrument |
4.6%
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2 | Strainsert Co. |
3.3%
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3 | Nova Tech, Inc. |
2.6%
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4 | Micro Quality Calibration, Inc. |
2.5%
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5 | Gray Optics |
2.5%
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6 | Optris Infrared Sensing, LLC |
2.4%
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7 | Leica Microsystems Vertrieb GmbH |
2.4%
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8 | TA Instruments |
2.1%
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9 | Motic |
2.1%
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10 | Lapmaster International, LLC |
1.8%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the microscope page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 34 | 59.6% |
China | 7 | 12.3% |
Germany | 4 | 7.0% |
Japan | 3 | 5.3% |
France | 2 | 3.5% |
Italy | 2 | 3.5% |
United Kingdom | 2 | 3.5% |
Switzerland | 1 | 1.8% |
Canada | 1 | 1.8% |
JAPAN | 1 | 1.8% |
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