Biosys USA

What Biosys USA does

Biosys USA LLC, headquartered at 444 Brickell Avenue, Miami, Florida, is the North American operating subsidiary of German parent BIOSYS Scientific Devices GmbH. The company develops and manufactures optical multiwell plate analyzers and image-based laboratory instruments used in cell biology, immunology, virology, and vaccine research. Its product portfolio centers on the patented dual telecentric illumination technology — covered by three granted US and European patents — and includes the EazyReader 7000 (scalable ELISPOT/plaque reader upgradeable to a single-cell/PBMC counter), the Bioreader 7000 series (-E for enzymatic ELISPOT, -V for non-fluorescent 6- to 384-well plates, -F for combined fluoro/enzymatic 96-well reading, and -F-z-i for inverted micro/macro live-cell applications), and the Biocount 7000 (a compact 8-well strip reader for routine diagnostics). A Deep Machine Learning image-processing module, trained on a proprietary database of tens of thousands of biomedical assay images, is offered alongside classical morphology algorithms.

The company sells directly to research laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and clinical diagnostic labs in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and reaches customers in more than 14 additional countries through a network of regional distributors coordinated by the German parent. Revenue is generated through capital hardware sales, modular software licenses (including GxP/21 CFR Part 11 and Deep Machine Learning modules), and service contracts (installation, training, qualification documentation). Pricing is quote-based and modular, with on-site hardware upgradability designed to extend the revenue lifecycle per installed instrument. The customer base of over 300 units worldwide spans leading research institutions (NIH, CDC, Johns Hopkins, Stanford, Scripps, Karolinska, Institut Pasteur), pharmaceutical and biotech firms (Genentech, MedImmune, CureVac, Valneva, Evotec), and government health agencies.

Operationally, Biosys USA is a very small entity (1-10 employees) that maintains ISO 13485 quality management certification and an active IP program, including a granted EU industrial design and pending US design patent for the Biocount 7000. No public revenue, funding rounds, acquisitions, or leadership changes are disclosed.

Name

Biosys USA

Legal name

BIOSYS USA LLC

Website

https://biosys.us

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Biosys USA LLC is the North American subsidiary of Germany's BIOSYS Scientific Devices GmbH, manufacturing optical multiwell plate analyzers (ELISPOT, Fluorospot, plaque, and cell-counting readers) built on patented dual telecentric illumination for immunology, virology, vaccine, and clinical diagnostic laboratories worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Laboratory Analytical Instruments

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516), Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826), Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841)

akta.pro primary industry

Microscopy, Imaging & Flow Cytometry Instruments (HLAGAIAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cell-Based & Potency Assays (Bioassays) (HLAGADAH), Specialty & Biomarker Laboratory Services (Immunoassays/Flow/Cytometry) (HLAGAEAB)

Keywords

• Multiwell plate readers
• ELISPOT assay analyzers
• Plaque assay instruments
• Laboratory imaging systems
• Cell biology analyzers

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Laboratory Equipment Hardware Sales: Direct sales of multiwell plate reader instruments (Bioreader, EazyReader, Biocount series) as capital equipment. Products are sold directly from manufacturer to end-user laboratories, research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies. Includes hardware modules, optics, cameras, and filter systems as configurable add-ons.
2. Software Licenses and Modules: Modular software packages including Routine, Research & Development, GxP/21 CFR Part 11, Data Management, Profiling, and Deep Machine Learning modules available as upgrades.
3. Service and Support: Qualified on-site installation and training, internet remote support, and optional automation with plate feeding systems. DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ documentation available for regulated environments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

BIOSYS USA develops, manufactures and sells optical multiwell plate analyzers and image-based laboratory instruments for cell biology applications such as ELISPOT, Fluorospot, Plaque/FOCI assays, TCID50 and live/dead cell counting. Its product lines — the EAZYREADER 7000, the BIOREADER 7000 series (-E, -V, -F, -F-z-i) and the BIOCOUNT 7000 — are sold directly to research laboratories, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical diagnostic labs. The company is the North American operating entity of the German parent BIOSYS Scientific Devices GmbH and distributes through regional partners worldwide.

Product overview

BIOSYS USA manufactures laboratory equipment for multiwell plate analysis as a direct manufacturer. The product portfolio centers on three main product lines built around patented dual telecentric illumination technology: the EAZYREADER® 7000 (scalable Elispot/Plaque Reader), the BIOREADER® 7000 series (available in -E, -V, -F, and -F-z-i variants for enzymatic, visual, fluoro, and inverted micro/macro applications respectively), and the BIOCOUNT® 7000 (specialized for 8-well strip analysis). All devices share common software architecture with export capabilities to LIS/LIMS, Microsoft Office, and PDF formats.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EAZYREADER® 7000: World's first 100% scalable Elispot/Plaque Reader that may be upgraded on-site to a Single Cell/PBMC counter.
• BIOREADER® 7000 -F-z-i
• BIOREADER® 7000 -F
• BIOREADER® 7000 -V
• BIOREADER® 7000 -E
• BIOCOUNT® 7000

Products and services

• EAZYREADER 7000 World's first 100% scalable ELISPOT/Plaque reader with white light illumination, upgradable on-site to a Single Cell/PBMC counter; features dual telecentric illumination, 5 MPixel camera, 10-times filter cube changer, and full automation of mechanical functions including focus and zoom. Targeted at research and pharmaceutical laboratories running ELISPOT, Fluorospot, plaque and cell counting assays.
• BIOREADER 7000 -E Enzymatic ELISPOT assay reader for 96-well plates that counts 100% of the filter area with no losses due to exclusion of the outer border or filter region; available in Alpha configuration for routine applications such as TB, COVID and CMV diagnostics and Beta for versatile 96-well plate types. Targeted at clinical diagnostic and research laboratories.
• BIOREADER 7000 -V Non-fluorescence reader for enzymatic ELISPOT and Plaque/FOCI assays supporting 384-well to 6-well plates and Petri dishes, with patented dual telecentric illumination, automatic objective changer, and software-controlled focus. Resolution ranges: 100-2000 µm for FOCI, 100-5000 µm for Plaques, 50-2000 µm for cell clones. Targeted at virology and immunology research laboratories.
• BIOREADER 7000 -F Combined Fluoro ELISPOT/Plaque and Enzymatic reader for 96-well plates with power LED fluoro excitation, 6 or 10 filter changer holding up to 10 Olympus filter cubes, high-sensitivity low-noise camera, and 3D spot-volume cytokine quantification. Targeted at immunology research and vaccine development laboratories.
• BIOREADER 7000 -F-z-i Versatile inverted high-resolution zoom Fluoro/VIS reader with micro and macro modes for live cells in suspension and adherent cells. Automatic zoom range covers full field of view from 35-100mm Petri dish to 6-384 well plates; resolution 30-2000 µm for FOCI, 100-5000 µm for Plaques, 50-2000 µm for cell clones. Targeted at advanced cell biology and live-cell imaging laboratories.
• BIOCOUNT 7000 World's first multiwell plate reader designed for 8-well strips, enabling fast routine analysis of 8-well strips in approximately 15-20 seconds. Shares the dual telecentric illumination advantages of the Bioreader line and adds touchscreen operation in a small 24 x 20 x 30 cm footprint. Targeted at routine diagnostic and high-volume strip workflows.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 300 satisfied customers and >300 Bioreader units sold worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers20 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered regional and core.

• Hin Sci Pty Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distributor for Australia. Manages local sales, support, and distribution of BIOSYS laboratory equipment (Bioreader, EazyReader, Biocount series) to Australian research and clinical laboratories.
• Bio-Excellence International TechregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor covering China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. Provides local sales and distribution of BIOSYS multiwell plate reader instruments to research institutions in the region.
• Serlabo TechnologiesregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive distributor for France. Manages sales and distribution of BIOSYS equipment (ELISPOT, Fluorospot, Plaque assay readers) to French laboratories and pharmaceutical companies.
• Biotron Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for India handling sales and distribution of BIOSYS laboratory equipment to Indian research institutions and pharmaceutical companies.
• Yesodhara Technologies (Pvt) Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdditional distributor for India covering specific regions or customer segments for BIOSYS multiwell plate reader products.
• Biotron Ltd. (Israel)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Israel managing local sales and distribution of BIOSYS laboratory equipment to Israeli research and clinical institutions.
• PANTEC S.r.l.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Italy providing sales and support for BIOSYS plate reader instruments to Italian laboratories and pharmaceutical companies.
• Faram E.A. LtdregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor covering Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda. Manages sales and distribution of BIOSYS laboratory equipment in East Africa.
• Advanced Technology CompanyregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Kuwait managing local sales and distribution of BIOSYS laboratory instruments to Kuwaiti research and clinical institutions.
• Total Lab Systems LimitedregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for New Zealand providing local sales and distribution of BIOSYS plate reader instruments to research and clinical laboratories.
• BIOSYS Scientific Devices GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorParent company and international distributor for all other countries not covered by named distributors. Located in Germany. Handles global distribution coordination and sales for regions outside US, Canada, Mexico primary market.
• Techno OrbitsregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Saudi Arabia managing sales and distribution of BIOSYS laboratory equipment to Saudi Arabian research institutions and pharmaceutical companies.
• Yizeta Pte Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor covering Singapore and Indonesia, providing local sales and distribution of BIOSYS multiwell plate reader instruments.
• Prima Scientific Co., Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDistributor for Thailand managing sales and distribution of BIOSYS laboratory equipment to Thai research institutions and clinical laboratories.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• AID Autoimmun Diagnostika GmbH: AID manufactures ELISPOT and FluoroSpot readers (e.g., iSpot Spectrum, FluoroSpot) used in immunology and vaccine research, with strong distribution in Europe. It directly overlaps with BIOSYS's Bioreader product line in customer base, application set, and assay formats.
• Cellular Technology Limited (CTL): CTL is the most direct competitor to BIOSYS, manufacturing the ImmunoSpot line of automated ELISPOT and FluoroSpot readers for immunology, vaccine, and cell therapy research. The two companies compete head-to-head for the same academic, government, and pharmaceutical customers in the ELISPOT/Plaque assay reader category.
• Mabtech AB: Mabtech supplies ELISPOT and FluoroSpot readers (IRIS, Mabtech IRIS 2) along with matched antibody pairs and kits, competing with BIOSYS for the same immunology and vaccine research customers. It combines reader hardware with proprietary reagents, offering an integrated solution BIOSYS does not.

Broad incumbents

• Molecular Devices (Danaher): Molecular Devices produces a broad portfolio of plate readers, including the SpectraMax line for absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence, serving many of the same pharma and academic research customers as BIOSYS. While not specialized in ELISPOT/Plaque, it competes for capital equipment budget allocations in shared labs.
• Tecan Group: Tecan is a global leader in laboratory automation and detection, including the Infinite and Spark series of multi-mode plate readers. It serves the same pharma/biotech and academic customers as BIOSYS, offering a much broader product portfolio and stronger global commercial reach.
• Berthold Technologies: Berthold Technologies offers microplate readers, luminometers, and imaging systems used in life science research. It overlaps with BIOSYS in select application areas (luminescence-based assays, cell-based readouts) and serves the same European research customer base.
• Revvity (formerly PerkinElmer Life Sciences): Revvity provides the EnVision and Victor plate reader lines alongside broader life sciences reagents and instruments. It competes with BIOSYS for immunology, vaccine, and cell biology research customers with a much wider product catalog and global service network.
• Agilent (BioTek): Agilent's BioTek line includes the Cytation and Synergy multi-mode plate readers, widely deployed in academic and pharma research labs. These compete with BIOSYS for routine and high-throughput assay workloads, though BioTek is not specialized in ELISPOT/Plaque.

Regional players

• Immunospot / S&P Robotics: Immunospot offers automated ELISPOT and FluoroSpot readers and readers with integrated plate handling, with primary focus on European research and clinical diagnostics labs. It is comparable in application to BIOSYS but generally concentrated in the European market.

Others

• Hamamatsu Photonics: Hamamatsu supplies high-performance scientific cameras and imaging components used inside plate readers and microscope-based detection systems. While not a direct plate reader competitor, its camera and detector technology is part of the imaging supply chain for systems like BIOSYS's Bioreader.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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