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We are the distributor of Bio-analysis Instruments of Berthold Technologies in France
Enhance your lab’s performance with bio-analysis solutions from Berthold Technologies! As the official distributor of this global technology leader in life sciences instrumentation, we provide a comprehensive range of bioanalytical solutions made in Germany—ensuring precision, reliability, and cutting-edge innovation.
From routine testing to advanced processes, we offer the tools to elevate your lab:
Microplate readers
Tristar 3
Simplicity and performance for all your microplate assays
Description
The Tristar 3 is a user-friendly, scalable, and affordable multimode microplate reader designed to meet the needs of modern laboratories, regardless of their level of expertise.
Exclusive to Berthold Technologies: it features the ONE-4-ALL optical technology, ensuring optimal performance in absorbance, fluorescence, and luminescence – with no compromises.
Enhanced performance across a wide spectral range: Tristar 3 covers a broad wavelength range, from UV to near-infrared. It is suitable for a wide variety of assays, from nucleic acid quantification to the analysis of far-red fluorophores.
Scalable and ready to use: All Tristar 3 models come preconfigured to support BRET and NanoBRET™ assays, with unmatched luminescence sensitivity and high-quality filters. Just add the appropriate kit for your specific protocol and get started.
A reliable tool for your research: With Tristar 3, you benefit from Berthold Technologies quality in an easy-to-use format, while remaining scalable for your future needs.
Applications
Thanks to its flexibility, Tristar 3 supports a wide range of protocols and analyses while remaining easy to use:
- Ultra-sensitive luminescence: ideal for low-signal applications
- BRET, BRET2 and NanoBRET™: efficient detection
- UV/VIS absorbance: perfect for DNA quantification and other optical assays
- Fluorescence: suitable for standard tests as well as FRET for molecular interaction studies
- FRET: for high-precision protein–protein interaction assays
Centro
Ultra-Sensitive Microplate Luminometer
Description
The Centro is a high-performance microplate luminometer designed for Glow and Flash luminescence measurements with outstanding reliability and precision. Robust and user-friendly, it can be equipped with up to three high-performance injectors, enabling rapid kinetics or immediate trigger reactions.
The Centro is the most sensitive microplate luminometer on the market. It detects extremely low amounts of analytes — down to less than 1.8 attomoles (amol) of ATP per well. This exceptional sensitivity makes it the ideal tool for low-signal assays, without compromising on reproducibility.
- Low-noise photon-counting photomultiplier (PMT): ensures an excellent signal-to-noise ratio and high signal stability
- Optional sandwich heating: reduces evaporation and provides optimal thermal control for long-duration studies
- Programmable shaking with 3 modes: variable amplitude and speed for homogeneous sample distribution — ideal for long-term kinetics
- High-precision reagent injection: up to 3 independent JET injectors with outstanding precision (<2%)
- Built-in robotic compatibility: integration module simplifies use in automated laboratory workflows
- Adaptable to specific applications: including Aliivibrio fischeri detection or acridinium ester assays
Applications
The Centro is perfectly suited for a wide range of luminescence applications, particularly in the fields of cell biology, molecular biology, and immunology:
- Reporter gene assays (e.g., luciferase): for gene expression analysis
- ATP detection: for highly sensitive cell viability testing
- Intracellular calcium monitoring using aequorin: for cellular signaling studies
- Luminescent immunoassays (LIA, ILMA): for rapid and sensitive detection of antigens or antibodies
- DNA probe assays: for nucleic acid detection via luminescent hybridization
- SNP analysis: for precision molecular genetics
- CALUX® assays: for detection of hormonal or toxic compounds via cellular receptor activation
Tube Luminometer
Sirius 2
Ultra-Sensitive Tube Luminometer
Description
Designed for laboratories seeking a compact and high-performance solution, the Sirius 2 is a tube luminometer offering extremely sensitive detection and remarkable flexibility. Its intuitive and modular design makes it a powerful tool for Glow, Flash, chemiluminescence, and bioluminescence analyses..
- Ultra-sensitive detection: ≤ 0.5 zmol luciferase (≈ 1 amol ATP/tube), thanks to an optimized detection window and a low-noise photon-counting photomultiplier
- CCompact and ergonomic: sturdy sample drawer and small device size (34 × 15 × 24 cm)
- Multiple compatible formats: 12 mm tubes (55/75 mm) and microtubes (1.5–2 mL), with interchangeable holders.
- Injector option: up to 2 automatic syringes (20–500 µL) for Flash assays requiring reagent addition
- Automatic start: measurement begins immediately once the drawer is closed
- Intuitive interface: available with a 7″ touchscreen or PC connection, including duplicate management, graphical displays, and advanced functions.
- Easy data export: CSV, Excel, PDF, HTML formats; printing capabilities.
Applications
The Sirius 2 is suited for a wide range of tube-based luminescence analyses, including:
- Reporter gene assays (single and dual luciferase)
- Luminescent immunoassays (luminescence ELISA, CLIA)
- QATP quantification for cell viability or cell concentration
- Caspase assays for reliable apoptosis detection
- Kinase tests via enzymatic luminescence
- Toxicity and mutagenicity analyses of water samples
- Auto-injected Flash kinetic assays
The Sirius 2 combines sensitivity, speed, and flexibility in a compact format that is easy to integrate on any workspace. It is ideal for medical, research, environmental, or industrial laboratories seeking reliable measurements without compromise.
Lumat
High-Performance Tube Luminometer
Description
The Lumat is a tube luminometer combining extreme sensitivity, a wide dynamic range, and ease of use. Designed for Flash, Glow, chemiluminescence, and bioluminescence measurements, it perfectly meets the needs of research and diagnostic laboratories.
- Ultra-sensitive detection: < 1 zmol luciferase and < 1 amol ATP per tube (high sensitivity model)
- Wide dynamic range: ≥ 6 orders of magnitude, thanks to photon counting technology and a low-noise photomultiplier tube (PMT)
- Integrated JET injectors: up to 2 automatic syringes (0.1–300 µL) for fast, precise (< 2%) kinetic measurements that are cell-friendly
- Smooth sample changeover: motorized turret enabling preparation of one tube while analyzing another
- LightCompass® software: flexible protocols, graphical analysis, curve adjustments, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
- Compatible formats: luminescent tubes 12 × 47/55/75 mm and microtubes 1–2 mL
- PC USB interface: Windows operation, data export, printing, and full report generation
Applications
The Lumat is suitable for a wide range of luminescence analyses in fields such as biology, pharmacology, and more, including:
- Reporter gene assays (single or dual-luciferase)
- Luminescent immunoassays (LIA, ILMA, CLIA)
- ATP assays to assess microbial viability or purity
- Enzymatic activity assays (kinases, caspases)
- Environmental toxicity testing (water, industrial effluents)
- DNA probe tests in chemo- or bioluminescence
- Flash kinetic measurements with JET injectors
The Lumat combines maximum sensitivity, flexibility, and user comfort to meet all your luminescence analysis needs on tubes.
Junior
Portable Tube Luminometer
Description
The Junior is a portable and high-performance tube luminometer, ideal for Glow and chemiluminescence measurements anywhere—whether in the lab, in the field, or outdoors. Compact, lightweight, and autonomous, it delivers measurement quality equivalent to a benchtop device.
- High sensitivity: detects less than 1 fmol ATP/tube in the standard version, and down to 50 amol ATP/tube in the high-sensitivity version
- Wide dynamic range: pover 6 orders of magnitude, allowing detection from very low to very high signals
- Low-noise photon-counting photomultiplier for optimal signal-to-noise ratio
- Battery-powered autonomy: several hours of use without cables, rechargeable from mains power
- Compatible with multiple formats: luminescent tubes 12×47/55/75 mm, microtubes 1/1.5/2 mL, capped 4 mL vials
- Built-in interface: simplified navigation via membrane keypad and LED graphical display (3 indicators: red, yellow, green)
- Internal memory: stores the last 2,000 measurements, sortable by date or sample number
- PC connection: data transfer via WinTerm software (CSV/Excel)
- Compact size: only 2 kg for 150 × 280 × 170 mm – supplied with a carrying case.
Applications
The Junior is designed for a variety of uses both on the move and in the laboratory:
- ATP quantification (viability, biomass, industrial hygiene)
- Hygienic monitoring of surfaces and equipment in medical or industrial settings
- Reporter gene assays (luciférase, etc.)
- Clinical and research luminescent immunoassays
- Mycoplasma detection and cell culture monitoring
- Toxicity and mutagenicity analysis of environmental samples (water, etc.)
- On-site measurements for biotechnology, process control, or environmental monitoring
The Junior stands out as the ideal portable solution for reliable luminescence analyses, combining mobility, sensitivity, autonomy, and ease of use.
In Vivo Imaging System
NightSHADE evo
In Vivo Imaging System
Description
The NightSHADE evo is a modular, high-performance, and user-friendly optical imaging system designed for in vivo analysis. Featuring a dark chamber equipped with a deeply cooled CCD camera, it enables simultaneous observation of luminescence and fluorescence in tissues, shoots, and whole plants with exceptional sensitivity.
- Ultra-sensitive back-illuminated CCD camera covering the visible and near-infrared spectrum, cooled down to −100 °C to minimize background noise
- Flexible camera mounting: top or side imaging options for optimal monitoring of vertical seedlings
- Modular opaque chamber awith access ports for fiber optics, light guides, or internal irrigation
- Environmental condition simulation: controlled temperature (15–30 °C), daylight simulation with two quad-color LED panels, adjustable humidity
- Optical modularity: choice of illuminators (ring, flexible, flood) and adapted sample holders (boxes, Petri dishes)
- Powerful and intuitive indiGO™ software: excitation/emission filter management, LED control, multi-wavelength acquisition, real-time analysis.
Applications
The NightSHADE evo offers a wide range of in vivo imaging applications:
- Imaging of luminescence and fluorescence in tissues, seedlings, and whole plants
- Monitoring of circadian rhythms through prolonged acquisitions under controlled conditions
- Real-time mapping of gene expression from germination to adult plants, without distortion due to geotropism
- Monitoring biotic and abiotic stress: detection of responses to pathogens, drought, herbicides via delayed fluorescence
- Visualization of protein-protein interactions through fluorescent tagging on seedlings or young plants
- Phenotypic and pathogenic screening son multiple Petri dishes using multi-position holders and automated acquisition
The NightSHADE evo is the ideal solution for plant research laboratories seeking sensitivity, flexibility, and environmental control for rigorous and informative in vivo studies.
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