BioTech
BioTech a.s. (iBioTech) is a privately held Czech B2B distributor of laboratory instruments, consumables, reagents, and diagnostic systems from 30+ international manufacturers, serving research and clinical laboratories across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2009
- HeadquartersPrague, Czechia
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What BioTech does
BioTech a.s. (operating as iBioTech) is a privately held Czech laboratory equipment and supplies distributor headquartered in Prague, with firmographic founding in 1997 and an operational footprint across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary via localized sites iBioTech.cz, iBioTech.SK, and iBioTech.HU. The company distributes instruments, consumables, reagents, software, and diagnostic systems from more than 30 international manufacturers — including Agilent/BioTek, QIAGEN, Analytik Jena, New England Biolabs, Eppendorf, Abcam, Cell Signaling Technology, IKA, Binder, Biosan, ESCO, and Julabo — to research, academic, and clinical laboratory customers in the Central European life-science market.
Its product surface spans life-science instruments (PCR and qPCR cyclers, plate readers and multimode readers, plate washers and dispensers, centrifuges, homogenizers, biosafety cabinets, climate chambers, spectrophotometers, imaging systems), consumables (liquid-handling supplies, plasticware for cell culture, microbiology, molecular biology, and immunoassay, plus sample storage), reagents (biochemicals, molecular biology enzymes and kits, cell biology media, immunodiagnostics), and instrument-control software (Gen5, LHC). Notable proprietary-distributed platforms include the MOSAIQ fully automated multiplex diagnostic system for autoimmune and allergy testing (50–80 µL sample volume, IVDR-compliant, LIS-connected), the SmartMart.bio e-commerce catalog, and a content layer of BioNavigators and BioGuides technical reference publications plus a BioDaily newsletter.
BioTech runs a sales-led B2B distribution model with division-specific sales contacts covering instruments, diagnostics, and reagents/consumables, supported by a technical support team that provides product validation, calibration, and application consulting. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with most catalog items listed as "Cena na dotaz" (price on request). The customer base is fragmented across academic, biotech, pharmaceutical, hospital, and clinical-diagnostic laboratories in three Central European countries, with 11–50 employees and no disclosed revenue, funding, M&A, or public-listing activity in the source data.
BioTech firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- BioTech
- Legal name
- BioTech a.s.
- Website
- https://ibiotech.cz
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2009
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- BioTech a.s. (iBioTech) is a privately held Czech B2B distributor of laboratory instruments, consumables, reagents, and diagnostic systems from 30+ international manufacturers, serving research and clinical laboratories across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
BioTech industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Laboratory Equipment Distribution
- NAICS
- Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (3345)
- SIC
- Wholesale-Medical, Dental & Hospital Equipment & Supplies (5047), Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Raw Materials & Critical Reagents Supply Services (media, resins, single-use) (HLAAAKAI)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Cell Culture & Bioprocess Lab Equipment (Bioreactors, Single-Use Systems, Controllers) (HLAGAIAG), Specialty Pharmacy & Biologics Distribution (CRAOAHAD)
Keywords
Where BioTech is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Prague
- HQ country
- Czechia
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices3 records
Markets served
BioTech business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Laboratory instrument distribution: Distribution of laboratory instruments from international manufacturers including Agilent, QIAGEN, Analytik Jena, Biosan, Binder, IKA, and others. Revenue is generated through product sales, distribution margins, and technical support services.
- Consumables and reagents distribution: Sale of consumable materials and reagents including liquid handling supplies, microbiology plastics, molecular biology plastics, tissue culture plastics, sample storage products, and biochemical reagents from brands such as Eppendorf, Duchefa, Biosera, Serana, and New England Biolabs.
- Technical and product support services: The company provides technical support, product validation, calibration services, and expert consultation as part of its distribution offering, supporting customer adoption of complex laboratory equipment.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | B2B laboratory equipment and reagents — prices by quotation |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
BioTech product offering
Product offeringCore offering
BioTech a.s. distributes laboratory instruments, consumables, and reagents from international manufacturers (including Agilent/BioTek, QIAGEN, Analytik Jena, Eppendorf, New England Biolabs, Abcam, and others) to research, clinical, and healthcare laboratories in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. The company also distributes the MOSAIQ multiplex diagnostic system for autoimmune and allergy testing, operates the SmartMart.bio e-commerce platform, and provides technical support, product validation, and calibration services.
Product overview
BioTech is a Czech laboratory technology distributor and service provider representing multiple international manufacturers. The company offers four main product categories: (1) Life-Science instruments including PCR cyclers (Analytik Jena/Biometra), plate readers (Agilent/BioTek Epoch, Synergy series), plate washers and dispensers (Agilent/BioTek, Capp), and specialized diagnostic systems (MOSAIQ); (2) Laboratory equipment including centrifuges (HERMLE), homogenizers (Polytron), and imaging systems; (3) Consumables including liquid handling products, plasticware for various applications, and sample storage; (4) Reagents including biochemicals, cell biology products, molecular biology reagents, and immunodiagnostics. The company also provides software solutions (Gen5, LHC) for instrument control and data analysis. Key represented brands include QIAGEN, Abcam, Agilent/BioTek, Analytik Jena/Biometra, New England Biolabs, Cell Signaling Technology, and many others. The company operates related websites SmartMart.bio for e-commerce, Protilatky.cz for antibodies, and TechLab.bio.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- SmartMart.bio: Electronic catalog offering products from BioTech a.s.
Products and services
- MOSAIQ Diagnostic System Fully automated diagnostic system for autoimmune diseases and allergies featuring multiplex panels, minimal sample requirements (50-80 µL), LIS connectivity, and IVDR compliance. Panels available for connective tissue diseases, celiac disease, vasculitis, antiphospholipid syndrome, and allergies. For clinical diagnostic laboratories.
- Epoch Absorbance Reader Absorbance (ELISA) reader with monochromator 200-999 nm, single-channel, UV-VIS, 6-384 well format, PC software Gen5 included, optional measurement in ultra-low volumes of 2 microliters with Take3 plate. For research and clinical laboratories.
- Synergy Neo2 Multidetection Reader Hybrid multidetection reader with parallel detectors using monochromator and filters for fluorescence, monochromator (Abs, Fl) plus filters and mirrors (Fl, TRF, FP) with optional laser 680nm (AlphaScreen/AlphaLISA), 1-1536 wells, incubation up to 65°C, dual injectors, Gen5 software. For research laboratories.
- Synergy H1 Multidetection Reader Hybrid multidetection reader using monochromator and filters for fluorescence selection, monochromator (Abs) plus monochromators/filters (Fl), UV-VIS, 1-384 wells, shaking, 4-zone incubation up to 45°C, dual injectors (optional), Gen5 software. For research laboratories.
- Synergy LX Multidetection Reader Multidetection reader with selectable detection modules - monochromator (Abs) + filters (Fl). Models with absorbance, luminescence and fluorescence measurement capability, UV-VIS, 6-384 wells, shaking, Gen5 software. For research and clinical laboratories.
- 800TS ELISA Reader Absorbance (ELISA) reader with built-in touchscreen, filter-based, single-channel, 6-384 wells, incubation up to 50°C on selected models, Gen5 Reader Control software included, 4 filters included. For clinical and research laboratories.
- 405 Touch Plate Washer ELISA washer with touchscreen control for 96 and 384 well plates, dispensing 25-3,000 µL/well, 1-4 solutions, Dual-Action manifold, Ultrasonic Advantage technology for needle cleaning, Verify technology for dispensing monitoring. For clinical and research laboratories.
- EL406 Combined Washer-Dispenser ELISA washer 96/192-channel, 96, 384 or 1536 wells, dispensing 3-3,000 µL/well, 8-channel dispenser for peristaltic pumps, 16 and 32-channel for syringe pumps, Ultrasonic Advantage technology, Dual-Action manifold. For research and clinical laboratories.
- Multiflo FX Dispenser Dispenser and washer for 6 to 1536 well plates with various configuration options. Can be equipped with additional peristaltic and syringe pumps, various dispensing manifolds, 1-4 solutions dispensing capability. For research laboratories.
- Analytik Jena PCR Cyclers PCR cyclers, qPCR cyclers, electrophoresis units, power supplies, shakers, incubators from Analytik Jena including qTower³ G, qTower G Touch, TRIO 48, TAdvanced, TProfessional Basic Gradient. For molecular biology and research laboratories.
- HERMLE Z 326 Centrifuge Universal non-refrigerated medium-speed benchtop centrifuge. Max. volume 4 x 100 ml, max. speed 18,000 rpm, max. RCF 23,545 xg. Features induction motors, microprocessor control with digital operation, automatic lid lock. For research laboratories.
- Polytron PT 10-35 Homogenizer Tabletop laboratory homogenizer from Kinematica equipped with LED display and integrated overheating control. For research laboratories.
- Gen5 Software Powerful and flexible interface for use with BioTek readers and imaging systems. Controls all BioTek readers and imaging readers, data analysis and export, image analysis module, validation and QC tools, Gen5 Image Prime for advanced image analysis, Gen5 Secure for 21 CFR Part 11 compliance. For research and clinical laboratories.
- LHC Software Liquid Handling Control software - powerful and flexible interface for washers, dispensers and combined liquid dispensing systems. Easy programming of complex protocols, runs directly from computer or downloaded to device. For research laboratories.
- Take3/Take3TRIO Microvolume Plates Special plates for BioTek readers for measuring absorbance and fluorescence in volumes from 2 microliters. Take3: capacity 16x2 microliters, 2xBioCell cuvettes, 1x standard 1cm cuvette. Take3TRIO: capacity 48x2 microliters. For research laboratories.
- SERVA BluePrep Kits Kits for protein isolation and purification, and for sequential isolation of DNA, RNA and proteins from single sample. Method based on ion exchanger column chromatography. For research laboratories.
- NucleoSpin TriPrep Kit for simultaneous isolation of RNA, DNA and proteins from a single sample by Macherey-Nagel. For molecular biology research laboratories.
- MACHEREY-NAGEL A/H1N1 Virus Isolation Kits Purification kits for isolation of RNA virus A/H1N1 from various sample types (e.g., buccal swabs). For clinical and research laboratories.
- Powdered Media for Tissue Cultures Powdered media with defined particle size for excellent solubility, cold milling to prevent degradation, mixing control for true homogeneity, batch sizes from 0.7 to 8,000 kg. For cell culture research laboratories.
- Vortex-Genie (OHAUS brand) Laboratory vortex mixer now under the OHAUS brand. Performance and quality preserved with OHAUS's reliability and technical innovation. For research laboratories.
- Multispectral In-Vivo 3D Imaging Platform Imaging platform for 3D In-Vivo imaging of small laboratory animals. For preclinical and animal research laboratories.
- Technical Support Services Technical support services for represented companies and products including instrument equipment support, diagnostics division, reagents and consumables support, and product support. Includes product validation, calibration services, and expert consultation. For laboratories and research institutions.
Quantifiable outcome
- MOSAIQ system processes samples with 50-80 µL volume, reducing biological material consumption and improving patient comfort.
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use BioTech
Customer profileSegments2 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
BioTech technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
BioTech partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
39 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- AgilentcoreBioTech distributes Agilent laboratory instruments and products including plate washers, dispensers, microplate readers (Synergy, Epoch, Cytation series), stackers (BioStack), and software (Gen5, LHC). Agilent products represent a significant portion of the instrument portfolio listed on the iBioTech.cz website.
- QIAGENcoreBioTech is a distributor of QIAGEN products including qPCR instruments, molecular biology reagents, and sample preparation kits. QIAGEN is prominently featured among represented companies with its own branded section on the website.
- Analytik JenacoreBioTech distributes Analytik Jena products including PCR cyclers, qPCR cyclers (qTOWER series), electrophoresis systems, and related laboratory equipment. The company features a dedicated Analytik Jena page with product listings and a named contact (Marta Sobotková, Sales Manager).
- BiosanminorBioTech distributes Biosan laboratory equipment. Biosan products are listed under the Life-Science instruments category on the website.
- BinderminorBioTech distributes Binder laboratory equipment including incubators and climate chambers. Products featured under the Laboratory technique category.
- Boeco GermanyminorBioTech distributes Boeco Germany laboratory instruments and equipment listed under both Life-Science instruments and Laboratory technique categories.
- New England BiolabscoreBioTech distributes New England Biolabs (NEB) reagents for molecular biology including enzymes, buffers, and molecular biology kits. NEB is prominently featured among represented companies.
- EppendorfminorBioTech distributes Eppendorf consumables including pipette tips and plasticware for liquid handling, molecular biology, and cell culture applications.
- Cell Signaling TechnologyminorBioTech distributes Cell Signaling Technology (CST) products including antibodies and signaling research tools. Featured on the website with video content for Western Blotting troubleshooting guides.
- OHAUS CorporationminorBioTech distributes OHAUS laboratory instruments including the Vortex-Genie product line (formerly under a different brand, now integrated under OHAUS). Contact: Ondřej Kasal.
- ESCOminorBioTech distributes ESCO laboratory equipment including biosafety cabinets and laminar flow boxes. Listed under Laboratory technique category.
- IKAminorBioTech distributes IKA laboratory equipment including shakers, stirrers, and homogenizers. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category.
- DuchefaminorBioTech distributes Duchefa biochemicals, reagents, and media products. Listed under both consumables and reagents categories.
- Techno Plastic ProductsminorBioTech distributes Techno Plastic Products (TPP) laboratory plasticware including dishes, flasks, and tubes for cell culture and general laboratory use.
- CappminorBioTech distributes Capp pipettes and plate washers including the CappWash product line. Products listed under the Readery, promývačky a dávkovače (Readers, plate washers, and dispensers) category.
- SeranaminorBioTech distributes Serana reagents and biological products. Listed under the reagents category on the website.
- SERVminorBioTech distributes Serva reagents and electrophoresis products including SERVA BluePrep kits for protein isolation and purification. Historical news from 2009 references the partnership.
- VacuubrandminorBioTech distributes Vacuubrand vacuum technology products including vacuum pumps and systems. Listed under Laboratory technique category.
- AbcamminorBioTech distributes Abcam antibodies and protein research tools. Abcam is featured among represented companies on the website.
- JulabominorBioTech distributes Julabo temperature control equipment including circulating baths and heating/cooling systems. Listed under Laboratory technique category.
- LabconcominorBioTech distributes Labconco laboratory equipment. Listed under the Laboratory technique category.
- HielscherminorBioTech distributes Hielscher ultrasonic devices and homogenizers. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category.
- ImplenminorBioTech distributes Implen spectrophotometers and related instruments. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category.
- NanoEnTekminorBioTech distributes NanoEnTek laboratory instruments. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category.
- NexcelomminorBioTech distributes Nexcelom cell counting and analysis instruments. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category.
- Major ScienceminorBioTech distributes Major Science laboratory equipment. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category.
- ShellabminorBioTech distributes Shellab laboratory equipment including incubators. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category.
- Azure BiosystemsminorBioTech distributes Azure Biosystems imaging systems. Listed under the Life-Science instruments category with comparison tools for cSeries Imagers.
- System BiosciencesminorBioTech distributes System Biosciences reagents and molecular biology products. Listed under the reagents category.
- Molecular Research CenterminorBioTech distributes Molecular Research Center reagents. Listed under the reagents category.
- BioseraminorBioTech distributes Biosera reagents including cell culture sera and biological products. Listed under the reagents category.
- IULminorBioTech distributes IUL laboratory equipment and aerosol samplers. Listed under both consumables and laboratory technique categories.
- Membrane SolutionminorBioTech distributes Membrane Solution consumables. Listed under the spotřební materiál (consumables) category.
- National LabminorBioTech distributes National Lab products. Listed under the consumables category.
- SPL Life SciencesminorBioTech distributes SPL Life Sciences laboratory plasticware. Listed under the consumables category.
- AralabminorBioTech distributes Aralab climate chambers and environmental testing equipment. Featured as a product highlight on the website.
- DIANA BiotechnologiesminorBioTech distributes DIANA Biotechnologies products. Featured as a product highlight on the website with a downloadable price list (DIANA Biotechnologies cenik).
- SmartMart.biocoreSmartMart.bio is an online product catalog and e-commerce platform operated by BioTech a.s., making the company's product portfolio available for online ordering. SmartMart.bio is referenced across multiple product pages as the purchasing channel.
- MOSAIQ (product line)coreBioTech distributes the MOSAIQ diagnostic system — a multiplex platform for autoimmune disease and allergy diagnosis. The company provides sales and technical support for this product (contact: Aneta Pokorná, [email protected], +420 739 394 362). The product features IVDR compliance and LIS connectivity, with multiplex panels for connective tissue diseases, celiac disease, vasculitis, antiphospholipid syndrome, and allergies.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights5 records
BioTech competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- EUCAG: Czech-based laboratory equipment and supplies distributor that competes with BioTech on home turf. Same geography, similar product categories (molecular biology, cell culture, diagnostics), and adjacent institutional customer base in the Czech academic and clinical research market.
- SARSTEDT: German manufacturer and supplier of laboratory and medical consumables including tubes, pipettes, and sample preparation products. Comparable in combining in-house production with regional distribution of partner products, and competing for the same hospital and research laboratory procurement budgets across the DACH/CEE region.
- Starlab Group: European manufacturer and distributor of laboratory consumables, pipette tips, tubes, and cell culture plasticware. Comparable in operating model (lab supplies distribution under multi-brand + own-brand catalogue), regional focus on Central Europe, and customer overlap with BioTech's research lab segment.
- Th. Geyer: German laboratory products distributor covering chemicals, consumables, instruments, and life science supplies. Same multi-brand distribution playbook, regional European footprint, and mix of instruments/reagents/consumables as BioTech; commonly cited as one of BioTech's closest Central European peers.
- Carl Roth: German direct-to-customer specialist distributor of laboratory chemicals, reagents, and consumables. Highly comparable mid-sized European regional lab supplies distributor with similar catalogue breadth, technical-content marketing, and B2B sales motion targeting academic and industrial research customers.
Broad incumbents
- VWR / Avantor: Global laboratory products and services distributor serving research, pharma, and clinical diagnostics customers. Directly comparable wholesale distribution model to BioTech, but vastly larger scale and broader portfolio — functions as a regional competitor and aspirational comparable for BioTech's Central European customers.
- Bio-Rad Laboratories: Global life science research and clinical diagnostics company manufacturing instruments and reagents across life sciences. Overlapping in molecular biology kits, qPCR, and diagnostic platforms — Bio-Rad's products also flow through BioTech's catalogue, making it both a competitor (own-brand diagnostics) and a represented principal.
- Sigma-Aldrich / Merck Life Science: Global leader in laboratory chemicals, reagents, and analytical standards under the Sigma-Aldrich brand. Together with their own e-commerce platform, they compete head-on as direct suppliers for laboratory reagents while also being represented through regional distributors — illustrates the disintermediation risk BioTech faces.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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BioTech leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
BioTech funding detail
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Funding rounds
Investors
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BioTech M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about BioTech
What does BioTech do?
BioTech a.s. distributes laboratory instruments, consumables, and reagents from international manufacturers (including Agilent/BioTek, QIAGEN, Analytik Jena, Eppendorf, New England Biolabs, Abcam, and others) to research, clinical, and healthcare laboratories in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Hungary. The company also distributes the MOSAIQ multiplex diagnostic system for autoimmune and allergy testing, operates the SmartMart.bio e-commerce platform, and provides technical support, product validation, and calibration services.
Is BioTech a public or private company?
BioTech is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was BioTech founded?
BioTech was founded in 2009. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is BioTech based?
BioTech is headquartered in Prague, Czechia, in the Europe region.
How does BioTech make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Laboratory instrument distribution is the primary driver. The others are consumables and reagents distribution and technical and product support services.
Who are BioTech's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are EUCAG, SARSTEDT, Starlab Group, Th. Geyer and Carl Roth. Broad incumbents are VWR / Avantor, Bio-Rad Laboratories and Sigma-Aldrich / Merck Life Science.
Does BioTech have an API?
No public API is recorded for BioTech.
What industry is BioTech in?
BioTech's product category is Laboratory Equipment Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAAAKAI, Raw Materials & Critical Reagents Supply Services (media, resins, single-use), with a secondary code of HLAGAIAG, Cell Culture & Bioprocess Lab Equipment (Bioreactors, Single-Use Systems, Controllers). Its NAICS code is 3345 and its SIC code is 5047.