What Brooks Life Sciences does

Brooks Life Sciences operates as a primary brand within Azenta Life Sciences (formerly Brooks Automation, NASDAQ: AZTA), a publicly traded company headquartered in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, with 501-1000 employees and a wholly-owned subsidiary portfolio that includes GENEWIZ (multiomics and synthesis services), UK Biocentre (biorepository services, acquired March 2026), and Barkey (controlled rate thawing equipment from Germany). The brand manufactures scientific consumables and instrumentation for biological sample management, with a core technology stack spanning automated cold storage (ambient to -20°C), ultra-cold storage (-80°C ULT), and cryogenic storage (-190°C) systems, complemented by the BioArc Ultra automated storage platform, the Mirage Connect camera-based rack reader with Cryoprotection, and the cloud-based Limfinity Sample Management LIMS with specialized biobanking and cell-line modules, plus CryoArc Pico cryogenic management software.

The business model is multi-stream and contract-driven. Revenue is generated from hardware sales of automated storage systems and cryogenic freezers; recurring sales of consumables including sample tubes, PCR/microplates, and cooling/heating labware; subscription or license revenue from Limfinity Biobanking LIMS, Cell Line LIMS, and FreezerPro inventory management; managed services revenue from GMP-compliant sample storage, customer-site sample management, clinical trial support, and drug product storage and distribution; professional services revenue from GENEWIZ genomics (NGS, Sanger sequencing, gene synthesis, oligo synthesis, plasmid prep, pre-clinical/clinical services); and project-based revenue from laboratory and biological material moving services. Pricing is quote-based, typically structured as multi-year enterprise contracts with bundled software promotions (e.g., CryoArc Pico 50% off with qualifying hardware).

The go-to-market combines enterprise field sales targeting large pharma and biopharma accounts (evidenced by GMP storage case studies and dedicated enterprise pages), a regional distributor network with a partner enablement hub, and self-serve website ordering for consumables and sample-tube pack requests. Customer segmentation is vertical-focused: pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies requiring GMP-grade storage; biobanks and research institutions with long-term sample custody; cell and gene therapy companies needing cryogenic and controlled-thawing workflows; clinical trial organizations requiring protocol-specific storage and chain-of-custody management; and academic medical research institutes for laboratory relocation services.

Name

Brooks Life Sciences

Legal name

Azenta US Inc.

Website

https://brookslifesciences.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Brooks Life Sciences, a brand of Azenta Life Sciences (NASDAQ: AZTA), provides automated sample storage systems (-20°C to -190°C), LIMS software, consumables, and biorepository services to pharmaceutical, biotech, biobanking, and cell and gene therapy customers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Biobanking & Biopreservation Sample Management

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage (49312), Refrigerated Warehousing and Storage (493120)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Services-Commercial Physical & Biological Research (8731)

akta.pro primary industry

Cold Chain, Cryopreservation & Biologics Storage/Handling Technologies (HLAAAJAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Sample Preparation, Storage & Cryogenics (Freezers, Cryovials, Cryostats) (HLAGAIAJ), Cold Chain Storage & Cryopreservation Services (LN2/Ultra-low) (HLAGAGAK), Pharma & Biotech Cold Storage (2–8°C, CRT) (AFAOAFAG), Biobank & Biospecimen Management LIMS (HLACAMAG)

Keywords

• Automated sample storage
• Cryogenic storage systems
• Biobanking sample management
• Laboratory LIMS software
• Biopreservation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Chelmsford

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Automated Sample Storage Systems & Equipment: Sale of automated storage systems including cold storage, ultra-cold storage, and cryogenic storage systems. Revenue generated from hardware sales, installation, and ongoing maintenance contracts.
2. Consumables & Instruments: Sale of sample tubes, PCR/microplates, cooling/heating labware, cryogenic freezers, carriers, and related instruments. Recurring revenue from consumable products used in sample management workflows.
3. Sample Storage Services: Biopository and sample storage services including biological material storage, customer-site sample management, and GMP storage for pharmaceutical companies. Provides recurring revenue through storage contracts.
4. Sample Management LIMS Software: Software solutions including Limfinity Biobanking LIMS, Cell Line LIMS, and FreezerPro inventory management. Subscription-based or license-based software revenue.
5. Laboratory Services & Moving: Material and lab moving services including laboratory moving, biological material relocation, and lab chemical mover services. Professional services revenue.
6. GENEWIZ Multiomics & Synthesis Solutions: Genomics services including next-generation sequencing, gene synthesis, Sanger sequencing, oligo synthesis, plasmid preparation, and pre-clinical/clinical services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Brooks Life Sciences manufactures and supplies automated sample storage systems (cold storage to -20°C, ultra-cold storage to -80°C, and cryogenic storage to -190°C), sample management LIMS software platforms (Limfinity Biobanking, Cell Line LIMS, FreezerPro), laboratory consumables and instruments (sample tubes, PCR/microplates, labware), and controlled rate thawing equipment. The company also provides biopreservation and biorepository services including GMP storage, customer-site sample management, clinical trial support, drug products storage/distribution, lab moving services, and multiomics/genomics services delivered through the GENEWIZ sub-brand.

Product overview

Azenta Life Sciences offers a comprehensive platform-plus-modules architecture for sample management and biobanking solutions. The core offerings include automated sample storage systems (automated cold storage, ultra-cold storage, and cryogenic storage), sample management LIMS platforms (Limfinity), and consumables/instruments. The portfolio is supplemented by GENEWIZ multiomics and synthesis solutions (acquired brand), UK Biocentre biorepository services, and Barkey controlled rate thawing technology. The products work together to provide end-to-end sample lifecycle management from storage through analysis.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GENEWIZ: Multiomics and synthesis solutions provider offering next generation sequencing, gene synthesis, Sanger sequencing, PCR services, oligo synthesis, and plasmid preparation.
• UK Biocentre
• Barkey

Products and services

• BioArc Ultra Automated Storage System Automated storage system for biobanks and labs that provides savings in time, space, and energy costs through an energy-efficient design for sustainable storage operations.
• Mirage Connect Rack Reader Next generation smart sample tracking device and the first fully networked, camera-based rack reader with Cryoprotection technology for automated sample identification.
• Limfinity Biobanking LIMS Cloud-based laboratory information management system (LIMS) for biobanking operations that provides sample tracking, inventory management, and integrates with existing digital ecosystems.
• Limfinity Cell Line LIMS Specialized LIMS module for cell line management and inventory tracking in research and pharmaceutical environments.
• FreezerPro Inventory Management Inventory management system for sample storage operations, providing tracking and organization capabilities for freezer-based sample repositories.
• CryoArc Pico Software Cryogenic storage management software solution for automated cryogenic storage systems.
• IntelliXcap Tube Capping/Decapping System Automated tube capping and decapping system designed to streamline sample processing workflows.
• Cryo Monitoring Portal Real-time monitoring system for tracking cryo freezers and equipment status from anywhere, ensuring sample integrity.
• Barkey Controlled Rate Thawing Equipment Controlled rate thawing technology for cryopreserved biological samples, manufactured by Barkey (Germany) and distributed by Azenta for cell and gene therapy applications.
• Automated Cold Storage Systems (Ambient to -20°C) Automated storage systems for samples requiring refrigerated conditions from ambient temperature to -20°C, enabling automated retrieval and management.
• Automated Ultra Cold Storage Systems (-80°C ULT) Automated storage systems for samples requiring ultra-low temperature preservation at -80°C, featuring automated sample handling and tracking.
• Automated Cryogenic Storage Systems (-190°C) Automated cryogenic storage systems operating at -190°C for long-term preservation of biological samples including cells, tissues, and reproductive materials.
• High Efficiency Cryogenic Freezers High-efficiency cryogenic freezer units for storage of biological materials at ultra-low temperatures.
• CryoPods & Filling Stations Cryogenic storage containers and liquid nitrogen filling stations for sample transport and long-term storage.
• Sample Tubes & Instruments Sample storage tubes designed for reliable long-term storage of biological samples, available in various formats for different workflow requirements.
• PCR/Microplates & Instruments PCR plates, microplates, and related instruments for molecular biology and analytical workflows.
• Sample Cooling & Heating Labware Labware for controlled temperature management of samples during processing and preparation.
• Sample Storage Services Comprehensive sample storage services including biological material storage, customer-site sample management, clinical trial support, and drug products storage/distribution.
• Material & Lab Moving Services Services for relocating laboratories, biological materials, and lab chemicals with temperature control and regulatory compliance.
• GENEWIZ Next Generation Sequencing Next-generation sequencing services for genomic analysis, offering comprehensive sequencing solutions from sample preparation to data analysis.
• GENEWIZ Gene Synthesis Custom gene synthesis services for creating DNA sequences for research and biotechnology applications.
• GENEWIZ Sanger Sequencing & PCR Services Sanger sequencing and PCR services for molecular genetics analysis and validation.
• GENEWIZ Oligo Synthesis Custom oligonucleotide synthesis services for primers, probes, and other synthetic DNA/RNA molecules.
• GENEWIZ Plasmid Preparation Services Plasmid DNA preparation services for research and preclinical applications.
• GENEWIZ Pre-Clinical & Clinical Services Integrated preclinical and clinical laboratory services supporting drug development pipelines.
• UK Biocentre Biorepository Services Large-scale biorepository services acquired by Azenta to expand global sample storage capabilities, offering comprehensive sample management solutions.

Named customers1 record

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• UK Biocentre LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 March 2026Azenta Life Sciences completed the strategic acquisition of UK Biocentre Limited in March 2026 to expand biorepository capabilities. UK Biocentre operates as a wholly owned subsidiary under the Azenta brand portfolio, strengthening Azenta's global position in biological sample storage and management services.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Thermo Fisher Scientific: Global life sciences tools giant offering competing sample storage consumables (Nunc, Thermo Scientific), ultra-low temperature freezers, and integrated LIMS/study management software. Overlaps with Azenta's storage consumables, equipment, and bioservices, but as part of a much broader portfolio rather than a focused biobanking specialist.
• Becton Dickinson (BD): BD Life Sciences offers sample storage tubes, cryogenic vials, and laboratory consumables under the Falcon and Discovery brands, directly competing with Azenta's sample tubes and consumables. A larger diversified MedTech player where biobanking storage is part of a broader diagnostic and life sciences portfolio.
• QIAGEN: Identified alongside Azenta as a key player in the biobanking-for-medicine market. Offers sample technologies, nucleic acid purification, and biobanking workflow solutions; broader portfolio but overlapping biobanking and biological sample management customer base.

Direct peers

• Hamilton Storage: Direct competitor in automated sample storage systems (Hamilton Bionic and SAM systems) covering ambient, -20°C, -80°C, and cryogenic temperatures. Targets the same biobanking and pharma/biotech research customers with similar automated storage workflows.
• LabVantage Solutions: Directly competes with Azenta's Limfinity Biobanking LIMS and FreezerPro offerings by providing enterprise laboratory information management systems with biobanking modules. Same target customer (pharma, biotech, biorepositories) with similar cloud-based SaaS deployment and integration focus.
• Cryoport: Specialized in cryogenic logistics and cold-chain solutions for cell & gene therapy and reproductive medicine, overlapping with Azenta's Barkey controlled thawing and cryogenic storage equipment business in the same advanced therapy end-market.
• Worthington Industries (CryoScience by Taylor-Wharton): Manufactures cryogenic storage dewars, freezers, and biological storage systems (CryoScience by Taylor-Wharton, CBS) competing with Azenta's high-efficiency cryogenic freezers and CryoPods. Serves cell therapy, biobanking, and IVF/ART markets.

Emerging players

• OpenSpecimen (Krishagni Solutions): Open-source biobanking LIMS competing directly with Limfinity Biobanking LIMS at academic biobanks, research institutions, and translational research centers. Targets Azenta's primary research-institution customer segment with a free/low-cost alternative.
• Streck: Develops scientific instruments, controls, and consumables including temperature-control products for clinical and research labs. Partial overlap with Azenta's sample cooling/heating labware and biobanking consumables.
• Cofactor Genomics: Provides genomics, multiomics, and biomarker discovery services overlapping with Azenta's GENEWIZ brand. Competes in next-generation sequencing and gene synthesis services for pharma/biotech research customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/brookssamplemgt
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/AzentaLifeSciences
• Facebookfacebook.com/BrooksLifeSciences
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/brookslifesciences

Compliance1 record

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Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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