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Tecan : What floorutions for laboratory automation and microplate reading?

Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Männedorf, Switzerland, Tecan is a global leader in laboratory automation and microplate reader instrumentation. Its Spark and Infinite multimode readers, and HydroFlex washers, deliver productivity, traceability and reproducibility to research, quality control (QC) and biopharma laboratories.

A pioneer in automation since 1980

Since 1980, Tecan has been helping laboratories transform the way they work. Born in Switzerland, it quickly set the pace with reliable microplate readers, then pioneered modular automation platforms that went on to become industry standards. The Swiss engineering ethos and quality culture have guided its expansion across Europe, the Americas and Asia. By bringing together key expertise - Cavro components for OEM, sample preparation technologies and molecular biology via Tecan Genomics (formerly NuGEN) - Tecan has broadened its reach from research through to regulated applications.

Expertise and areas of specialisation

At the heart of Tecan’s expertise, precision liquid handling automates pipetting, dilution, normalisation and assay preparation. The tangible benefit: high throughput, reproducibility, fewer errors and documented IQ/OQ compliance. On the detection side, the Spark and Spark Cyto multimode readers cover absorbance, fluorescence, luminescence, TR-FRET and cell imaging, with temperature and atmosphere control for live-cell culture; the Infinite ranges offer a proven solution for QC and teaching. In addition, HydroFlex microplate washers and Te-Stack stackers stabilise results and automate workflows. Tecan also provides reagents and kits via Tecan Genomics for NGS library preparation and nucleic acid amplification. The Tecan difference shows day in, day out: Swiss engineering, intuitive software, open architecture and a structured global support organisation. Biopharma, food & beverage QC, environmental and academic research laboratories thus find a single, scalable and sustainable platform, designed for right-first-time results.

Tecan products distributed by Dutscher

Tecan – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where are Tecan instruments designed and assembled, and how does the manufacturing origin affect quality, traceability and long-term performance stability in the laboratory?
Headquartered in Männedorf (Switzerland), Tecan designs and assembles in Switzerland and at other certified sites. In-line controls, full traceability and functional testing ensure consistent, long-lasting reliability.

Which quality certifications and documentation cover Tecan systems, particularly for regulated uses, and what qualification options are offered at installation?
Solutions for diagnostics are manufactured under ISO 13485; research instruments follow a stringent QMS. IQ/OQ options and comprehensive technical files simplify audits and internal validations.

Are Tecan readers and washers compatible with third-party SBS-format microplates and consumables, and up to how many wells can the instruments operate?
Yes. The instruments support SBS formats from 6 to 384 wells (depending on model) and offer open methods. Accessories and settings adapt to a wide range of labware and reagents from third-party suppliers.

What is the manufacturer’s warranty policy and which services can Dutscher organise for Tecan (installation, maintenance, support), from deployment through to field follow-up?
Warranty depends on product and country. Dutscher coordinates installation, qualifications, preventive/corrective maintenance and helpdesk in conjunction with Tecan, to maximise availability and metrology compliance.

What CSR commitments does Tecan implement to reduce the environmental footprint of its instruments and supply chain, without compromising performance?
Tecan publishes a sustainability report, prioritises eco-design, energy-saving modes and repairability. Objective: extend service life and reduce footprint and total cost of ownership (TCO).

Are Tecan automation platforms scalable and integrable, and how are extensions (modules, channels) or connections with LIMS and third-party peripherals handled?
Fluent/Freedom EVO systems are modular and expandable (channels, modules, peripherals). Integration is possible via validated drivers; traceability and data exchange interface with LIMS/MES.