Aerosol Devices
Aerosol Devices, a Fort Collins-based division of Handix Scientific, manufactures scientific aerosol measurement instruments using patented Condensation Growth Tube technology for high-efficiency bioaerosol sampling, ultrafine particle collection, and condensation particle counting, serving research institutions and environmental laboratories worldwide.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2014
- HeadquartersFort Collins, United States
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
Aerosol Devices firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Aerosol Devices
- Legal name
- Aerosol Devices Inc.
- Website
- https://aerosoldevices.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2014
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- Aerosol Devices, a Fort Collins-based division of Handix Scientific, manufactures scientific aerosol measurement instruments using patented Condensation Growth Tube technology for high-efficiency bioaerosol sampling, ultrafine particle collection, and condensation particle counting, serving research institutions and environmental laboratories worldwide.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Aerosol Devices industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Aerosol Measurement Instruments
- NAICS
- Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)
- SIC
- Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)
- akta.pro primary industry
- General Lab Equipment (Centrifuges, Incubators, Shakers, Ovens) (HLAGAIAC)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Sample Preparation, Storage & Cryogenics (Freezers, Cryovials, Cryostats) (HLAGAIAJ)
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Where Aerosol Devices is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Fort Collins
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Aerosol Devices business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others
Revenue model
- Aerosol Measurement Instruments: Sale of scientific aerosol measurement instruments including bioaerosol samplers (BioSpot-GEM, BioSpot-VIVAS), particle collectors (Spot Sampler), condensation particle counters (MAGIC 250 CPC), and accessories (PAL-3 LSI Autosampler, BioCascade-VIVAS).
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | Contact for pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels10 records
Marketing channels6 records
Aerosol Devices product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Aerosol Devices designs, manufactures, and sells scientific aerosol measurement instruments built on proprietary water-based Condensation Growth Tube (CGT) technology. Its product lines include bioaerosol samplers (BioSpot-GEM, BioSpot-VIVAS), general aerosol particle collectors (Spot Sampler), condensation particle counters (MAGIC 250 CPC), and size-fractionated bioaerosol systems (BioCascade-VIVAS), supported by automated sample-handling accessories. These instruments are sold to research institutions, universities, public-health agencies, and environmental monitoring laboratories worldwide for sampling airborne viruses, bacteria, fungal spores, ultrafine particles, and chemical aerosols.
Product overview
Aerosol Devices is a division of Handix Scientific Inc. that develops and manufactures scientific aerosol measurement instruments for research, environmental monitoring, and bioaerosol detection applications. The product portfolio centers on water-based condensation growth tube (CGT) technology, which enables gentle, high-efficiency capture of aerosol particles ranging from 5nm to 10μm. The main product lines include the BioSpot-GEM and BioSpot-VIVAS bioaerosol samplers for viable capture of viruses, bacteria, and fungal spores; the Spot Sampler for general aerosol particle collection; and the MAGIC 250 condensation particle counter for real-time particle counting. The BioCascade-VIVAS combines cascade impaction with CGT technology for size-fractionated sampling. The PAL-3 LSI Autosampler provides downstream automated sample extraction and analysis integration for sequential spot samples.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- BioSpot-VIVAS™ Bioaerosol Sampler Bioaerosol sampler that uses water-condensation growth tube technology to gently capture viruses, bacteria, fungal spores, toxins, proteins, and allergens into liquid at >90% efficiency while preserving microorganism viability. Captures particles from 5 nm to >10 µm and operates at adjustable flow rates of 8–15 LPM. Used by research labs studying viable airborne disease capture, including COVID-19 aerosol transmission studies at University of Florida and Lund University.
- BioSpot-GEM™ Bioaerosol Sampler Portable, field-deployable bioaerosol sampler that uses water condensation capture to collect viruses and other biological particles with high efficiency while maintaining sample viability. Capable of sampling directly onto a swab or into genomic preservative for downstream PCR and sequencing analysis. Designed for simple field use where a portable virus sampler is required.
- Spot Sampler™ Aerosol Particle Collector Aerosol particle collector using water condensation capture technology to efficiently collect nanometer and micrometer-sized aerosol particles (5 nm to 10 µm) onto easy-to-swap sampling surfaces or directly into liquid. Achieves 90% collection efficiency without particle bounce or re-aerosolization, maintaining sample integrity for downstream chemical and biological analysis.
- MAGIC 250 Condensation Particle Counter (CPC) Water-based condensation particle counter that enlarges particles as small as 5 nm into droplets for optical detection. Self-sustaining water wick, motion-tolerant, battery operable for ~8 hours, and capable of unattended operation for 7+ days. Particle size range 5 nm–2.5 µm; sample flow 0.3 L/min; concentration range <1/cc to 2.5×10^5/cc. Designed for environmental air quality studies, mobile studies on vehicles/aircraft/drones, and indoor air quality monitoring.
- BioCascade-VIVAS™ Size-Fractionated Bioaerosol Sampler Size-fractionated bioaerosol collection system combining a three-stage cascade planar impactor (>10 µm, 4–10 µm, 1.5–4 µm) with the BioSpot-VIVAS condensation growth tube sampler. Provides size-resolved bioaerosol sampling with enhanced microorganism viability through temperature control and gentle impaction.
Quantifiable outcome
- 90% collection efficiency
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Aerosol Devices
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
Aerosol Devices technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
Feature5 records
Aerosol Devices partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, key and exclusive.
- Handix Scientific Inc.coreAerosol Devices is a division of Handix Scientific Inc. following acquisition in June 2022. Handix Scientific is a growing R&D company providing advanced atmospheric instrumentation. The combined company leverages complementary technology and expertise.
- Aerosol Dynamics Inc.coreTechnology licensed from Aerosol Dynamics Inc. (Berkeley, CA). Original technology invented by Dr. Susanne Hering at Aerosol Dynamics. License covers water-based condensational growth tube (CGT) technology for airborne particle collectors. Also manufactures MAGIC 250 CPC under license from Aerosol Dynamics.
- Aerosol Dynamics Inc.coreComplementary technology and expertise. Dr. Gregory Lewis is President and CEO of Aerosol Dynamics. Founders include Dr. Susanne Hering who continues as President of Aerosol Dynamics while serving as technical advisor to Aerosol Devices.
- University of Colorado BoulderkeyAcademic collaboration with Prof. Mark Hernandez on NSF STTR project for new devices for rapid characterization of airborne microbes. Dr. Hernandez developed genomic preservative media for bioaerosol collection.
- XearPro srlexclusiveExclusive Italian distributor for Aerosol Devices products including Spot Sampler, BioSpot-VIVAS, and BioSpot-GEM. Partnered to bring bioaerosol symposium to customers.
- Dr. Susanne HeringcoreCo-founder and technical advisor. Past President of AAAR, leader in aerosol measurement with numerous patents. Continues role as President of Aerosol Dynamics Inc.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Aerosol Devices competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Mesa Labs: Mesa Labs sells biological indicators, cleanroom monitoring, and sterility assurance products including bioaerosol-related instrumentation; a broader portfolio incumbent competing with Aerosol Devices in regulated life-science markets.
- Thermo Fisher Scientific: A large incumbent in analytical instruments and life sciences, Thermo Fisher provides lab instrumentation, sample preparation, and downstream analytical systems that surround and partially overlap with Aerosol Devices' collection and counting workflow.
Others
- Handix Scientific Inc. The parent company since June 2022, Handix Scientific develops atmospheric and cloud droplet instrumentation; while it now owns Aerosol Devices, it represents a closely related technology peer in atmospheric aerosol measurement.
Direct peers
- Particle Measuring Systems: Part of Spectris, PMS makes aerosol particle counters and bioaerosol monitoring instruments used in pharmaceutical cleanrooms and life-science labs; directly comparable to Aerosol Devices' particle counting and bioaerosol capture portfolio.
- Droplet Measurement Technologies: Droplet Measurement Technologies makes cloud, aerosol, and ultrafine particle instrumentation for atmospheric research — overlapping with Aerosol Devices' Spot Sampler and MAGIC 250 CPC in academic and government atmospheric science labs.
- TSI Incorporated: TSI is a leading direct competitor, manufacturing condensation particle counters, optical particle counters, and aerosol instrumentation for research, cleanroom, and IAQ applications — directly overlapping with Aerosol Devices' MAGIC 250 CPC and Spot Sampler product lines.
- SKC Inc. SKC manufactures air sampling pumps, filters, and bioaerosol samplers widely used in occupational hygiene, IAQ, and research — overlapping with Aerosol Devices' environmental monitoring and bioaerosol capture use cases.
- Bertin Technologies: Bertin's Coriolis Air Sampler and bioaerosol product line are a direct competing solution for collecting airborne biological particles into liquid, targeting the same bio-surveillance and research customer base as Aerosol Devices.
Emerging players
- InnovaPrep: InnovaPrep makes rapid bioaerosol concentration and sample-prep systems that complement or substitute for some of Aerosol Devices' collection steps, targeting biodefense, public health, and environmental microbiology customers.
- Aerosol Dynamics Inc. The original inventor and licensor of the CGT technology, Aerosol Dynamics Inc. sells CGT-based research instruments directly and licenses to Aerosol Devices, making it both a critical partner and a partial technology overlap in aerosol instrumentation.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Aerosol Devices social profiles
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Aerosol Devices leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
Aerosol Devices funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds3 records
Investors1 record
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Aerosol Devices M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Aerosol Devices
What does Aerosol Devices do?
Aerosol Devices designs, manufactures, and sells scientific aerosol measurement instruments built on proprietary water-based Condensation Growth Tube (CGT) technology. Its product lines include bioaerosol samplers (BioSpot-GEM, BioSpot-VIVAS), general aerosol particle collectors (Spot Sampler), condensation particle counters (MAGIC 250 CPC), and size-fractionated bioaerosol systems (BioCascade-VIVAS), supported by automated sample-handling accessories. These instruments are sold to research institutions, universities, public-health agencies, and environmental monitoring laboratories worldwide for sampling airborne viruses, bacteria, fungal spores, ultrafine particles, and chemical aerosols.
Is Aerosol Devices a public or private company?
Aerosol Devices is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Aerosol Devices founded?
Aerosol Devices was founded in 2014. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is Aerosol Devices based?
Aerosol Devices is headquartered in Fort Collins, United States, in the North America region.
How does Aerosol Devices make money?
One revenue line is on record: aerosol Measurement Instruments.
Who are Aerosol Devices's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Mesa Labs and Thermo Fisher Scientific. Handix Scientific Inc. is listed as an others. Direct peers are Particle Measuring Systems, Droplet Measurement Technologies, TSI Incorporated, SKC Inc. and Bertin Technologies. Emerging players are InnovaPrep and Aerosol Dynamics Inc..
Does Aerosol Devices have an API?
No public API is recorded for Aerosol Devices.
What industry is Aerosol Devices in?
Aerosol Devices's product category is Aerosol Measurement Instruments. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAGAIAC, General Lab Equipment (Centrifuges, Incubators, Shakers, Ovens), with a secondary code of HLAGAIAJ, Sample Preparation, Storage & Cryogenics (Freezers, Cryovials, Cryostats). Its NAICS code is 334516 and its SIC code is 3826.