What Rainin Instrument does

Rainin Instrument, founded in 1963 and headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is a product brand and operating unit of Mettler-Toledo International Inc. (NYSE: MTD), the Swiss-domiciled global precision instrument manufacturer. Rainin specializes in precision liquid handling for life science research laboratories, offering a portfolio that spans manual single- and multichannel pipettes (Pipet-Lite XLS+), electronic pipettes (E4 XLS+, Vero), specialty and repeater pipettes (NanoRep), and high-throughput 96/384-channel systems (BenchSmart 96, Liquidator 96, MicroPro family). Underlying the portfolio is proprietary technology including the LiteTouch System (LTS) for reduced tip ejection force, the BioClean Ultra purity standard for molded-from-virgin-polypropylene, multi-contaminant-tested consumables, and positive displacement capillary-piston assemblies for viscous and volatile liquids. The product catalog is complemented by calibration services, lab instruments (UV/Vis spectrophotometer, microplate reader, cell analysis), and pipette management software (PipetteX).

Rainin operates as a B2B direct-to-laboratory supplier selling through shoprainin.com, a dedicated phone line (800 4 RAININ), and a Mettler-Toledo business account program that supports invoice billing. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Revenue mechanics are anchored by a razor-and-blade model: pipette hardware installations drive recurring consumables demand (LTS tips, Universal tips, high-throughput tips, positive displacement tips, syringe tips), creating a steady aftermarket revenue stream tied to the installed base of life science research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic/government laboratories globally. Manufacturing is ISO 9001-compliant, with tip production in an ISO Class 8 facility.

Name

Rainin Instrument

Legal name

Mettler-Toledo International Inc.

Website

https://shoprainin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1963

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Rainin Instrument, a Mettler-Toledo brand, manufactures precision manual, electronic, and high-throughput pipettes plus a full consumables portfolio for life science research laboratories worldwide, selling direct via e-commerce and business accounts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Pipette and Tip Sales: Rainin generates revenue through direct sales of pipettes (manual and electronic, single and multichannel), pipette tips (LTS, Universal, high-throughput, positive displacement), and accessories. Products are sold directly via their e-commerce platform and through business accounts with invoice payment options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Rainin Instrument manufactures and sells precision liquid handling instruments and consumables for life science laboratories, including manual and electronic single- and multichannel pipettes, electronic repeater pipettes, 96-channel high-throughput benchtop pipettors, and a full range of pipette tips (LTS, Universal, positive displacement, high-throughput, syringe tips) along with related accessories, pipette management software, complementary laboratory instruments (UV/Vis spectrophotometer, cell analysis, microplate reader), and pipette calibration services. Products are sold direct to laboratories and research institutions via shoprainin.com, a dedicated sales phone line, and quote-based business accounts.

Product overview

Rainin Instrument, a Mettler Toledo company, offers a comprehensive liquid handling portfolio for life science research. The product line centers on precision pipettes across manual, electronic, and high-throughput formats, complemented by a full range of specialized consumables. Core pipette products include the Vero electronic pipettes (single and multichannel), Pipet-Lite XLS+ manual pipettes (single, multichannel, and adjustable spacer variants), E4 XLS+ electronic pipettes, NanoRep electronic repeater pipette with No Touch Off non-contact dispensing, and high-throughput systems (BenchSmart 96 semi-automated and Liquidator 96 manual 96-channel pipettors). The consumables portfolio features BioClean Ultra LTS and Universal pipette tips in various packaging formats (hinged-cover racks, SpaceSaver refill, TerraRack eco-friendly, StableStak), positive displacement tips for problem liquids, high-throughput tips, and specialty syringe tips. Supporting products include pipette management software, accessories, and laboratory instruments (UV/Vis Spectrophotometer, Cell Analysis, Microplate Reader). The portfolio emphasizes the LiteTouch System (LTS) technology for reduced tip ejection forces and the BioClean purity standard for consumables.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• MicroPro 96-channel pipettor processes 96 wells in 20 seconds, 25 plates in less than 10 minutes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights8 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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