AtomTrace
AtomTrace a.s. is a Czech public scientific instrumentation company that designs and sells LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) systems for rapid multi-elemental chemical analysis, serving mining, research, industrial, and life sciences customers globally with hardware, software, and field-deployable units.
- Company typePublic
- Founded2014
- HeadquartersBrno, Czechia
- Headcount1–10
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What AtomTrace does
AtomTrace a.s. is a Czech scientific instrumentation company that develops, manufactures, and sells LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) systems for multi-elemental chemical analysis of solids, liquids, and gases without sample preparation. Founded in 2014 as a spinout from the Central European Institute of Technology (CEITEC) in Brno, drawing on 17+ years of LIBS research at Brno University of Technology and Masaryk University, the company is publicly listed on the Prague Stock Exchange START market. Its product portfolio spans high-vacuum research chambers (LIBS Interaction Chamber), modular table-top systems (Sci-Trace), field-deployable instruments for minerals (M-Trace), remote mobile units (X-Trace), the AtomAnalyzer spectral analysis software, and the AC-DDG-4 synchronization component, with newer additions including the Sci-Trace LIRam Microscope for life sciences and the C-Trace pilot for critical raw materials mapping at mining sites.
The company monetizes primarily through one-time hardware sales of configured LIBS systems, software licensing (AtomAnalyzer), professional services including installation and training, and co-funded R&D projects (e.g., C-Trace under EIT RawMaterials). Distribution combines direct enterprise sales, regional channel partners (Laboratory Net Service for Central Asia), government and institutional placements (DIAMO, CzechAid-funded Copperbelt University donation), and university research sales. Customer segments are diverse but project-oriented: mining and geology (primary), research institutions and academia (primary), industrial manufacturing (quality control), and life sciences.
AtomTrace sells across Europe, the USA, China, Australia, Japan, and is actively expanding into Central Asia and Africa through state-backed trade missions and EU critical raw materials initiatives. It reported revenue of 21,121 thousand CZK in 2023 (versus 60 thousand CZK in 2022), reached EBITDA profitability of 1,921 thousand CZK, and eliminated bank debt, signaling a transition from research-intensive development to commercial scaling.
AtomTrace firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- AtomTrace
- Legal name
- AtomTrace a.s.
- Website
- https://atomtrace.com
- Company type
- Public
- Founded year
- 2014
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1–10 employees
- Short description
- AtomTrace a.s. is a Czech public scientific instrumentation company that designs and sells LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) systems for rapid multi-elemental chemical analysis, serving mining, research, industrial, and life sciences customers globally with hardware, software, and field-deployable units.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
AtomTrace industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Analytical Instrumentation
- NAICS
- Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513)
- SIC
- Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Mass Spectrometry & Spectroscopy Instruments (HLAGAIAB)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Material Characterization & Spectroscopy (NMR/FTIR/MS) (HLAGADAK), Process Analytical Instrumentation (Gas analyzers, spectroscopy, pH/ORP, conductivity) (IMAGAFAE)
Keywords
Where AtomTrace is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Brno
- HQ country
- Czechia
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
AtomTrace business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- LIBS Hardware Systems: Sale of specialized scientific instrumentation including LIBS Interaction Chamber, Sci-Trace, M-Trace, and X-Trace systems. These are high-value scientific instruments configured to customer requirements. Revenue increased significantly in 2023 to 21,121 thousand CZK.
- AtomAnalyzer Software: Sale and licensing of LIBS data analysis software. The software supports complex spectra processing and is offered with trial versions available for download.
- Digital Delay Generator: Sale of synchronization components for LIBS systems, available in boxed or eurocard versions. Core component with high price-performance ratio.
- Professional Services and Support: On-site installation, training, and technical support services for LIBS systems deployed at customer sites.
- Research and Development Projects: Co-funded R&D projects including C-Trace (EIT RawMaterials), A-Trace, and other initiatives that may contribute to revenue through grants and commercial outcomes.
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
AtomTrace product offering
Product offeringCore offering
AtomTrace designs, manufactures, and sells LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) instrumentation and software for direct solid-sample multi-elemental chemical analysis. Its portfolio covers LIBS Interaction Chambers, modular spectrometer systems (Sci-Trace, M-Trace, X-Trace, C-Trace), the LIRam microscope add-on, Digital Delay Generators, and the AtomAnalyzer analysis software, including customized Application Setups for specific analytical tasks.
Product overview
AtomTrace offers a modular LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) product ecosystem centered on the LIBS Interaction Chamber and complemented by configurable systems (Sci-Trace, M-Trace, X-Trace, Application Setup), the AtomAnalyzer software platform, and the AC-DDG-4 Digital Delay Generator for synchronization. The portfolio spans from research-grade modular setups to field-deployable instruments, with new products like the Sci-Trace LIRam Microscope and C-Trace in development for specialized applications in life sciences and mining exploration.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- AtomAnalyzer: LIBS data analysis software - spectral processing and analysis tool for LIBS systems, featuring spectral model nodes, recalibration, table generation, interactive chemical maps, merge capabilities, and metadata operations.
- AC-DDG-4
Products and services
- LIBS Interaction Chamber Proprietary chamber component of the LIBS system that enables controlled laser-induced plasma generation on solid samples for multi-elemental analysis; intended for laboratory and industrial analytical users.
- Sci-Trace Modular LIBS spectrometer system designed for scientific and laboratory elemental analysis research applications; configurable for varied research setups.
- M-Trace LIBS instrument configured for elemental analysis applications, used in industrial and laboratory settings.
- X-Trace LIBS spectrometer instrument from AtomTrace's modular product family for elemental analysis.
- C-Trace LIBS-based instrument in AtomTrace's C-Trace line for elemental chemical analysis applications.
- Sci-Trace LIRam Microscope Microscope add-on for the Sci-Trace LIBS platform enabling spatially resolved analysis of samples.
- AC-DDG-4 Digital Delay Generator Digital delay generator providing precise timing control for LIBS plasma experiments; sold as part of AtomTrace's instrumentation portfolio.
- Application Setup Customized LIBS application configuration engineered by AtomTrace for specific customer analytical tasks and sample matrices.
- AtomAnalyzer Software for processing and analyzing LIBS spectroscopic data, providing elemental composition results from AtomTrace LIBS measurements.
Quantifiable outcome
- Revenue increased from 60 thousand CZK (2022) to 21,121 thousand CZK (2023)
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use AtomTrace
Customer profileNamed customers3 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
AtomTrace technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature8 records
AtomTrace partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Ten partnerships are on record, tiered major, core and foundational.
- Laboratory Net ServicemajorLaboratory Net Service serves as AtomTrace's partner and distributor for Central Asia, representing the company during high-level Czech government missions to Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. The partnership focuses on applications in geology, mining, and processing of critical raw materials.
- Future Resources Development Global Initiative (FRDGI)coreFRDGI is a Czech-led platform designed to support Zambia's transition toward higher value-added processing, advanced analytics, and responsible development of critical raw materials in alignment with the EU Critical Raw Materials Act. AtomTrace is a founding technological partner, supplying analytical capabilities that enable real-time, data-driven decision-making across exploration, mining, and processing.
- CzechAid / Czech Ministry of Foreign AffairsmajorCzechAid tied financial donation through the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs facilitated delivery of two M-Trace analytical instruments to Copperbelt University in Zambia as part of the broader FRDGI framework and EU-Zambia strategic cooperation.
- DIAMO, státní podnikcoreDIAMO is the state-owned mining enterprise operating the Zlaté Hory mining site in the Czech Republic. AtomTrace is deploying its C-Trace pilot device at this site to demonstrate how advanced analytical tools can enhance mapping of critical raw materials. The site has one of the Czech Republic's largest gold deposits valued at almost CZK 30 billion.
- Technical University of KošicecoreTechnical University of Košice is collaborating with AtomTrace and DIAMO on the C-Trace project. The university team is contributing expertise in LIBS-based scanning technology for exploration drill cores and supporting on-site deployment at the Zlaté Hory mining site.
- EIT RawMaterialscoreEIT RawMaterials is supporting the C-Trace project, which was officially launched under their framework. AtomTrace is working with partners DIAMO and Technical University of Košice to develop the first C-Trace prototype for on-site mining applications.
- Central European Institute of Technology (CEITEC)foundationalAtomTrace was founded as a startup from CEITEC in Brno in 2014 and maintains strong cooperation with this center in the fields of life sciences, advanced materials, and technologies.
- Academy of Sciences of the Czech RepublicmajorAtomTrace maintains long-term cooperation with the Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, enabling inclusion of experts from related science fields and supporting ongoing research and development.
- Masaryk UniversityfoundationalThe Laboratory of analytical chemistry at Masaryk University, specialized in LIBS methods since 1997, contributed founding members and ongoing expertise to AtomTrace. The university continues to be a key research partner.
- Brno University of Technology (BUT)foundationalThe Laboratory of laser spectroscopy at Brno University of Technology, specialized in LIBS methods since 1997, contributed founding members and ongoing expertise. Strong binding to Institute of Physical Engineering and Institute of Machine and Industrial Design enables comprehensive R&D capability.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
AtomTrace competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- SciAps: SciAps is a direct peer producing handheld and portable LIBS and XRF analyzers for elemental analysis in field settings, including mining and geology. It is one of the closest direct competitors in portable LIBS-based chemical analysis.
- SPECTRO Analytical Instruments (AMETEK): SPECTRO is a leading manufacturer of optical emission and XRF spectrometers for elemental analysis, serving metals, mining, and environmental labs. It competes in the same elemental analysis instrument category as AtomTrace, particularly for industrial customers.
- Rigaku Corporation: Rigaku is a focused manufacturer of X-ray analytical instruments (XRF, XRD) used in mining, materials, and industrial QA. Its portable and lab instruments address similar elemental analysis workflows as AtomTrace's LIBS systems.
- Applied Spectra (a Teledyne Technologies company): Applied Spectra is a direct LIBS-focused peer offering laboratory and field LIBS instruments for elemental analysis in geology, mining, and nuclear applications. Its product line is highly comparable to AtomTrace's Sci-Trace and M-Trace systems.
Broad incumbents
- Agilent Technologies: Agilent is a major analytical instrument manufacturer with strong positions in ICP-MS, spectroscopy, and atomic spectroscopy. Its broad portfolio overlaps with AtomTrace's target applications in mining, materials, and life sciences research.
- Oxford Instruments: Oxford Instruments provides analytical instruments including XRF, electron microscopy, and process analysis tools for materials characterization and mining. It competes with AtomTrace in the broader analytical instrumentation market for industrial and research customers.
- Bruker Corporation: Bruker manufactures mass spectrometers, XRF, and other analytical instruments for materials, life sciences, and mining applications. It is a broad incumbent with overlapping analytical use cases for AtomTrace's customer base.
- Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science: Hitachi High-Tech provides XRF, OES, and other analytical instruments for materials characterization and mining. It is a global incumbent competing for the same industrial elemental analysis customer base.
- Thermo Fisher Scientific: Thermo Fisher is the dominant analytical instrumentation incumbent, offering ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and other elemental analysis tools. While its portfolio is far broader, its spectroscopy and laboratory instruments represent the established alternative to AtomTrace's LIBS solutions.
- Shimadzu Scientific Instruments: Shimadzu manufactures a wide range of analytical and spectroscopic instruments, including ICP and XRF systems, serving materials, life sciences, and industrial QA labs. It addresses overlapping segments with AtomTrace's LIBS solutions.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
AtomTrace social profiles
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Valuation estimate
AtomTrace leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
AtomTrace funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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AtomTrace M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about AtomTrace
What does AtomTrace do?
AtomTrace designs, manufactures, and sells LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) instrumentation and software for direct solid-sample multi-elemental chemical analysis. Its portfolio covers LIBS Interaction Chambers, modular spectrometer systems (Sci-Trace, M-Trace, X-Trace, C-Trace), the LIRam microscope add-on, Digital Delay Generators, and the AtomAnalyzer analysis software, including customized Application Setups for specific analytical tasks.
Is AtomTrace a public or private company?
AtomTrace is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.
When was AtomTrace founded?
AtomTrace was founded in 2014. It employs 1 to 10 people.
Where is AtomTrace based?
AtomTrace is headquartered in Brno, Czechia, in the Europe region.
How does AtomTrace make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. LIBS Hardware Systems are the primary driver. The others are atomAnalyzer Software, digital Delay Generator, professional Services and Support and research and Development Projects.
Who are AtomTrace's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are SciAps, SPECTRO Analytical Instruments (AMETEK), Rigaku Corporation and Applied Spectra (a Teledyne Technologies company). Broad incumbents are Agilent Technologies, Oxford Instruments, Bruker Corporation, Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science, Thermo Fisher Scientific and Shimadzu Scientific Instruments.
Does AtomTrace have an API?
No public API is recorded for AtomTrace.
What industry is AtomTrace in?
AtomTrace's product category is Analytical Instrumentation. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAGAIAB, Mass Spectrometry & Spectroscopy Instruments, with a secondary code of HLAGADAK, Material Characterization & Spectroscopy (NMR/FTIR/MS). Its NAICS code is 334516 and its SIC code is 3826.