Kaps Novin Co.

What Kaps Novin Co. does

Kavosh Pasand Novin Co. (KAPS), founded in 1995 in Tehran, Iran, is a privately held B2B distributor and exclusive Iranian representative for a portfolio of international manufacturers of scientific analytical instruments and medical/surgical equipment. The company holds exclusive distribution rights for brands including ION Science UK, Peak Scientific UK, Söring Germany, Evonos Germany, Wenzler Germany, Micromar, JeilMedical Korea, Mcare Korea, SCIEX, Thermo Scientific, Dionex, Winlab UK, Göhler HPLC Germany, and chemicals suppliers Merck (Sigma-Aldrich), Alfa Aesar, VWR, and Honeywell Fluka. Its product catalog spans LC/MS/MS systems, HPLC/UHPLC systems, gas generators, gas detectors for HSE applications, neurosurgical instruments and fixation systems, and laboratory chemicals and consumables. No proprietary technology is disclosed; the company's technical stack consists of OEM-sourced instrumentation plus certified after-sales service capabilities including installation, IQ-OQ certification, calibration, warranty, and application training.

KAPS serves four vertical customer segments in Iran: government-affiliated and university-run scientific research centers (primary), oil/gas/petrochemical enterprises for HSE monitoring, hospitals and surgical centers for neurosurgical equipment, and industrial laboratories. The company operates from a single headquarters in Tehran with no disclosed regional offices, and runs a bilingual (Persian/English) website as its primary digital channel. The business model is hardware sales plus recurring consumables and aftermarket service, with no publicly disclosed pricing — quotes are obtained via direct contact. The company employs approximately 25 senior managers with expertise in medical and analytical laboratory equipment, supported by an experienced technical and after-sales engineering team. KAPS provides application execution services in advanced analytical methods including mycotoxin and pesticide residue detection, proteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics, with training delivered both in Iran and abroad.

There is no indication of external investment, no disclosed revenue or headcount growth signals, no M&A activity, and no leadership changes in the source data. KAPS appears to be a stable, founder-operated specialty distribution business whose competitive position is structurally tied to Iran's sanctions environment, which simultaneously creates the exclusive-channel moat and caps the addressable market to a single country.

Name

Kaps Novin Co.

Legal name

Kavosh Pasand Novin Co.

Website

https://kapsnovin.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kavosh Pasand Novin Co. (KAPS) is a privately held Tehran-based exclusive distributor of international scientific laboratory and neurosurgical equipment brands, serving Iranian research centers, universities, oil/gas/petrochemical firms, and hospitals since 1995.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Tehran

HQ country

Iran

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Equipment Distribution and Sales: Sale and distribution of high-quality scientific laboratory equipment (LC/MS/MS, HPLC, Gas Generators, Gas Detectors) and medical/surgical equipment (Söring, Evonos, Micromar, Wenzler, JeilMedical) to Iranian scientific, research, university, and industrial centers. Includes after-sales services such as installation, commissioning, IQ-OQ certification, training, calibration, warranty, and post-sale support.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

Kaps Novin (KAPS) is the exclusive Iranian distributor and authorized representative for multiple international manufacturers of scientific analytical laboratory instruments (HPLC, LC/MS/MS, gas generators, gas detectors) and neurosurgical/medical equipment. The company supplies equipment to scientific, research, university, industrial, oil & gas, and hospital customers in Iran, accompanied by full after-sales services including installation, IQ-OQ certification, application execution, training, calibration, and warranty support.

Product overview

Kaps Novin Co. is a distributor and dealer of laboratory equipment and medical/surgical devices, representing international brands in Iran. The company offers two main product categories: laboratory products (including gas detectors, gas generators, HPLC systems, LC/MS/MS instruments, and laboratory chemicals) and medical equipment (including neurosurgical instruments, cranial fixation systems, and ultrasonic surgical systems from partner brands). The company provides technical consultation, installation, training, calibration, warranty, and after-sales service for scientific, research, university, and industrial centers throughout Iran.

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Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• LC/MS/MS Systems Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry systems including TripleQuad, QTra, TripleTOF, and MALDI-TOF platforms from SCIEX, distributed in Iran with full IQ-OQ certification, application execution for organic and organometallic compound analysis, and proteomics/metabolomics/lipidomics training.
• HPLC and UHPLC Systems High-Performance Liquid Chromatography and Ultra-HPLC systems (Thermo Scientific, Dionex) for separation, measurement, and material identification in pharmaceutical, food, biological, and biochemical applications, with full after-sales service.
• Laboratory Gas Generators Nitrogen, hydrogen, and zero air generators (Peak Scientific) for LC/MS and GC applications, including Genius, Infinity, Precision, i-FlowLab, and Specialist Solutions models.
• Gas Detection / PID Detectors Photoionization detectors (ION Science) for measuring VOCs, TACs, benzene, helium leaks, SF6 leaks, and mercury vapor, including Tiger-LT, Tiger, Tiger Select, Cub, Falco, TVOC, TITAN, Corvus, GasCheck, MVI, and SF6 LeakCheck models, supplied to oil, gas, and petrochemical sites with installation, training, calibration, and warranty.
• Söring Ultrasonic Surgical Systems Ultrasonic dissection and coagulation systems using ultrasound waves for tissue dissection with minimal thermal effect, used in neurosurgery for tumor removal, bone cutting, laminoplasty, spinal canal stenosis relief, and liver parenchyma dissection.
• Evonos Cranial Perforator Single-use cranial perforator from Evonos (Germany) available in four sizes (6-9mm, 7-11mm, 9-13mm, 11-14mm) for adult and pediatric neurosurgery, with standard Hudson connection and auto-stop at 1mm and 3mm penetration depth.
• HeadFix Cranial Fixation System Cranial fixation device from Micromar (Germany) for holding the patient's head during neurosurgery, compatible with seated and supine positions, featuring an exclusive Twist System with 360-degree rotation and 30-degree inclination, made of hard aluminum alloy.
• Raimund Wenzler Surgical Instruments Top-quality neurosurgical instruments (Kerrison punches, disc forceps, rongeurs, grasping forceps) from Raimund Wenzler (Germany), in production since 1932 and ISO 13485 certified, supplied with inventory for craniotomy and spinal procedures.
• Jeil Medical Cranial Fixation Products FDA-certified medical devices from Jeil Medical (Korea) for quick, safe, and stable fixation of cranial bone flaps to the cranium with simple application.
• Mcare Medical Devices Medical devices and equipment from Mcare (Korea) distributed by Kaps Novin in Iran for hospital and surgical applications.
• Winlab Laboratory Supplies Laboratory glassware, measurement equipment, and general chemistry and physics laboratory consumables from Winlab (UK), established in 1912, distributed to scientific, research, and industrial centers in Iran.
• Göhler HPLC Accessories HPLC laboratory accessories from Göhler HPLC (Germany), including columns, lamps, and laboratory glassware.
• Laboratory Chemicals Laboratory chemicals from international suppliers including Merck (Sigma-Aldrich), Alfa Aesar, VWR, and Honeywell Fluka, distributed to laboratories across Iran.

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Ion SciencecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS holds the exclusive representation for ION Science UK (largest manufacturer of PID sensors globally) and is the exclusive distributor in Iran. ION Science produces PID sensors, handheld gas detectors, personal monitors, and fixed instruments for detecting VOCs, TACs, benzene, helium leak detection, SF6 leak detection, and mercury leak detection. KAPS provides full services including product supply, installation, training, calibration, warranty, and after-sales support to all scientific, research, and industrial centers in Iran, particularly oil, gas, and petrochemical companies.
• Peak ScientificcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS holds the exclusive representation for Peak Scientific UK (a leading designer and manufacturer of laboratory gas generators) and is the exclusive distributor in Iran. Peak Scientific produces nitrogen, hydrogen, and zero air generators for LC/MS and GC applications. KAPS provides full services including product supply, installation, training, warranty, and after-sales support to all scientific, research, university, and industrial centers in Iran.
• SöringcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSöring is a globally active German company developing innovative high-tech products for almost all surgical disciplines. KAPS represents Söring products in Iran, including ultrasonic coagulation and dissection systems using ultrasound for tissue dissection with minimal thermal effect. Products are used in neurosurgery for tumor removal, bone cutting, laminoplasty, spinal canal stenosis, and liver parenchyma dissection.
• EvonoscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvonos is a German medical company that develops, produces, and distributes instruments, implants, equipment, and system solutions for neurosurgery. KAPS represents Evonos products in Iran, including single-use cranial perforators available in four sizes (11-14mm, 9-13mm, 7-11mm, 6-9mm for adults and children) with auto-stop at 1mm and 3mm.
• Raimund WenzlercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRaimund Wenzler Instrumenten-Manufaktur has produced top-quality surgical instruments for approximately 80 years. KAPS is the exclusive representative in Iran, offering specialized products for neurosurgery including various crison punches and disc forceps in different sizes with sufficient inventory. Also holds ISO 13485 certification.
• MicromarcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMicromar produces the HeadFix Cranial Fixation System. KAPS represents Micromar products in Iran. HeadFix is designed for holding the patient's head (skull) during neurosurgical procedures, compatible with seated and supine positions. It features an exclusive Twist System offering 360-degree rotation with inclination adjustments, using hard aluminum alloy for lightness and strength.
• Jeil MedicalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorJeil Medical (Korea) develops and produces medical devices for quick, safe, and stable fixation of cranial bone flaps to the cranium with simple and easy application. KAPS represents JeilMedical products in Iran, including FDA-certified products. The company enables time and cost savings through its fixation systems.
• McareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMcare is a Korean medical device company. KAPS represents Mcare products in Iran for medical equipment applications.
• WinlabminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWinlab (UK), established in 1912, provides a wide range of laboratory equipment including glassware, laboratory measurement equipment, and general chemistry and physics laboratory supplies. KAPS distributes Winlab products to all scientific, research, and industrial centers in Iran.
• Göhler HPLCminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGöhler HPLC (Germany) provides a wide range of laboratory equipment including glassware, HPLC parts (columns, lamps, etc.) of excellent quality. KAPS distributes Göhler HPLC products to all scientific, research, and industrial centers in Iran.
• SCIEXcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS distributes SCIEX LC/MS/MS systems including TripleQuad, QTra, TripleTOF, and MALDI-TOF platforms. KAPS provides complete after-sales service including IQ-OQ certifications from European manufacturers, application execution for organic and organometallic compound analysis, and proteomics/metabolomics/lipidomics analysis with complete training in Iran and abroad.
• Thermo ScientificcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS distributes Thermo Scientific HPLC and UHPLC systems along with full after-sales service including IQ-OQ certifications, application support, and training. Also distributes Thermo Scientific Corona Veo Charged Aerosol Detector gas generators.
• DionexcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS distributes Dionex HPLC systems along with full after-sales service including IQ-OQ certifications, application execution, and complete training in Iran and abroad.
• Merck (Sigma-Aldrich)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS distributes laboratory chemicals from Merck (including Sigma-Aldrich) to laboratories across Iran.
• Alfa AesarminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS distributes laboratory chemicals from Alfa Aesar to laboratories across Iran.
• VWRminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS distributes laboratory chemicals and supplies from VWR to laboratories across Iran.
• Honeywell FlukaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKAPS distributes laboratory chemicals from Honeywell Fluka to laboratories across Iran.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Bio-Rad Laboratories: Life science and clinical diagnostics manufacturer and distributor serving research and clinical labs globally with analytical and diagnostic equipment. Comparable to KAPS in serving lab customers with high-value scientific equipment, though Bio-Rad operates primarily as a manufacturer with proprietary product lines rather than multi-brand distribution model.
• Fisher Scientific (Thermo Fisher Scientific): Largest global laboratory equipment and supplies distributor serving scientific and healthcare customers. Comparable business model to KAPS in scientific equipment distribution with technical service capability, but operates at far greater scale and broader geographic reach with extensive direct relationships to manufacturers.
• Avantor (formerly VWR): Global leader in laboratory products and services distribution serving pharma, biotech, healthcare, and academic customers across 180+ countries. Comparable to KAPS in multi-brand portfolio distribution and lab customer focus, but operates at vastly larger scale with broader geographic reach and a wider portfolio of proprietary brands.
• Medline Industries: Largest privately held medical manufacturer and distributor in the US, serving hospitals, surgery centers, and healthcare providers globally. Comparable to KAPS's medical/surgical equipment distribution business with similar multi-brand approach and focus on after-sales service, though Medline is far larger and serves global markets with its own manufactured product lines.
• Henry Schein: Global healthcare distribution leader (~$13B revenue) serving medical, dental, and animal health customers across 33 countries. Comparable to KAPS's medical/surgical distribution segment with multi-brand distribution model and technical service orientation, though vastly larger and serving diverse healthcare verticals globally.

Others

• SCIEX: Mass spectrometry and capillary electrophoresis instrument manufacturer owned by Danaher Corporation. KAPS is an authorized exclusive distributor for SCIEX LC/MS/MS systems in Iran; relevant as a key ecosystem partner and principal supplier rather than direct distribution peer.
• Agilent Technologies: Major analytical instrument manufacturer (LC/MS, GC, spectroscopy, lab automation) supplying laboratories globally through both direct sales and distributor networks. Relevant as a potential ecosystem partner/principal supplier similar to other brands KAPS distributes; not a direct distribution competitor but operates in the same analytical instrument value chain.
• PerkinElmer (now Revvity): Analytical instruments, life sciences, and diagnostics manufacturer serving laboratory customers globally. Comparable to KAPS's product portfolio categories (analytical instruments, lab equipment) but operates as a manufacturer rather than distributor; relevant as an ecosystem participant in the analytical instrument value chain and potential partner.
• Shimadzu: Japanese manufacturer of analytical instruments (HPLC, mass spectrometry, spectroscopy) and medical equipment serving global markets. Comparable to KAPS's product categories and a potential partner brand; relevant as a supplier in the analytical instrument ecosystem rather than a direct distribution peer competitor.

Direct peers

• Antylia Scientific (Cole-Parmer): Multi-brand scientific equipment distributor serving research labs and industrial customers globally with technical service capabilities. Highly comparable to KAPS as both operate multi-brand distribution models for laboratory customers with deep technical support, though Antylia operates globally across multiple geographies while KAPS is Iran-focused.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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