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We bring life to
your laboratory.
A warm welcome to Infors HT!
And to the Masoala rain forest at Zurich zoo.
With this brochure, we invite you to discover
two fascinating worlds. Two worlds in which
the same principle counts: the use of the most
modern technology to create optimal conditions
in order to control biotechnological processes as
naturally as possible.
What the zoo has accomplished by building a hightech ecosystem hall has been reality at Infors HT for
more than 40 years. With the development and
INSIDE: Biology
OUTSIDE: Technology
Biotechnology
production of highly qualified shakers and bio­
reactors, we bring life into your laboratory. Today,
we enjoy an excellent reputation in the areas of
industry and research – both activities making up
the company name Infors – as an innovative family
enterprise. We owe this high standing to both the
leading technology and quality of our products and
to our service strength and customer proximity.
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If life is to shine in its full splendor, it needs a protective covering.
There, discreetly surrounded by a sophisticated structure and
modern technology, an entire microcosm can thrive, unhindered
in any way. Nature itself opens up to this environment with an
unfettered power to blossom.
p hiloso p h Y |
The microcosm at Infors HT is
marked by a flexible, uncomplicated entrepreneurial culture, an excellent team spirit
and a family atmosphere.
Thinking the unusual
is usual for us.
Each and every one of our colleagues can introduce new ideas
and visions. From the biotechni­
cal engineer to administrative
«
personnel – everyone makes a
our customers from biotechnol­
substantial contribution to the
ogy research and industry.
success of our firm. An enormous
Our lively exchanges with you,
wealth of experience, combined
our customers, have been the
technical knowledge and the
fundamental basis of our work
commitment of the entire team
from the very start. That is why
make up the perfect medium in
we always keep an open ear
which our innovations can grow.
for your concerns and needs.
Open thinking, unorthodox ideas,
Your criticisms and suggestions
a large measure of creativity and
for improvement always fall on
our tireless curiosity all play a
fruitful ground. This is the only
central role. It is with precisely
way – thanks to your help – that
this curiosity that we approach
we could grow worldwide over
the last four decades to become
one of the most important
Open thinking and a
family atmosphere shape our
company culture.
»
developers and manufacturers
of quality, high-value products in
the areas of shaker and bioreactor technology.
Taking a coffee break together is a tradition from the early days that we continue to cultivate at Infors HT to this day.
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In a complex system, each individual has its defined place and meaning.
Together they make up the ecological balance. Only the harmonious
interplay between the many different creatures creates a unique
space in whose fascinating atmosphere each single living being can
expand freely.
| B I O RE A C T O R S & S H A K ER S
Shakers and bioreactors from
Infors HT stand for intelligent
construction, the application
of state-of-the-art technology,
space-saving design and simple
operation.
Our products
are excellent in the
truest sense.
And we go about our work with
«
passion and enthusiasm every
the process to substantially redu-
day to make sure it stays that
ce your workload. At the same
way. We constantly monitor our
time, we like to think laterally
services and the life cycle of our
and enjoy taking unfamiliar
products. We study, rack our
routes. In other words: our ideas
brains, search, try, improvise,
don‘t just appear like rabbits
correct and set new standards in
out of a hat. That is why we are
We constantly monitor our
services and the life cycle
of our products.
particularly delighted when we
receive a special recognition for
one of our cutting-edge innovations – like the Swiss Techno-
»
logy Award for our solid-state
bioreactor Terrafors or the Basle
Award for Innovation received
for the Aquatron shaker. We are
pleased to share these awards
with you. After all, you are
not just our customer, you are
primarily our partner and most
important critic.
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| BIOREACTORS & SHAKERS
A choice of Bioreactors.
A choice of Shakers.
Infors HT is one of the pioneers in European bioreactor
cover both microbial and cell culture applications with no
No matter if it’s a small benchtop shaker or large, indus-
design, large capacity in a small footprint and unbeatable
equipment, with decades of experience, innovation and
compromises and with qualification as an option across
trial machine, Infors HT shakers and shaker incubators
value for money. Our ground-breaking designs are trend-
knowledge gained in the development and production
the board. Easy handling, compact designs and flexible
offer the right model for every application. Ranging from
setters in the market, often copied but never matched,
of bench, pilot and production scale units. Specialist
instrumentation are hallmarks of an Infors HT system.
simple, robust entry-level units for basic applications
like the stackable shaker incubator, an Infors HT inno­
systems cover applications from multiple, parallel bioreac­-
Both “power users” and newcomers to biotechnology
to capable, precise all-rounders with a broad array of
vation first presented in 1991. All these attributes make
tors for low volumes, to the bioremediation of solid-state
will find what they need from the Infors HT range of in­
options. The hallmarks are high quality, sophisticated
Infors HT the market leader.
substrates such as soils. Of course, the standard ranges
novative bioreactors.
Minifors
The “simple yet comprehensive”
system for the best value start in
fermentation.
v5
Multifors
A flexible multiple, parallel bioreactor system
for volumes of 0.5–1L with the emphasis on
easy handling using features such as
“plug’n’play” reagent pumps.
Labfors 3
The “gold standard” for bench
scale fermentation with a wide
range of vessel sizes, options and
accessories plus an easy upgrade
and expansion path.
Labotron
Handy, robust unit, for benchwork
or use in incubators.
Techfors S
A simple step up to in-situ sterilizable
bioreactors, equally at home in both
normal laboratories and pilot halls,
which features easy handling and
touch screen operation.
Techfors
Simply the most flexible and
sophisticated pilot-scale units, with
special features to aid operation in
compact spaces, maintain culture
integrity and provide many options.
Ecotron
Value-for-money model, simple,
robust, high-quality, small
footprint.
Minitron
The small all-rounder with magnetic drive, on or under the bench.
Minitron stackable
Two stacked units offer independ­
ent operation with a very small
footprint.
Multitron
The large, flexible all-rounder, unrivalled
in comfort and precision. Special versions
for cell culture, microtiter, algae etc.
Multitron stackable
The No. 1 worldwide. Unbeatable
in comfort and value for money.
system
Multi fermenter control system
Multi fermenter
control system
IRIS
v5
The software which binds together
the whole range of bioreactors with
bioprocess control based on time or
events related to changes in meas­
ured, analysed or calculated variables.
v5
Life can emerge and thrive in the most unusual places.
If conditions are right. If the internal and external naturally
fuse together. If a flawless enclosure provides ideal living
conditions and development possibilities for even the smallest
micro-organism.
v isio n |
nuture long-term collaboration
with dealers and local suppliers.
That way we always know which
challenges you are facing in your
daily work. We can then develop
new visions and, as required, fall
back on proven techniques. Our
experienced application specialists speak your language and
Ideas, innovations, improvisa-
understand your needs in the
tion, individuality, intuition,
field of biotechnology. We take
inspiration and sometimes
the time and trouble necessary
even a little apparent irration­
to jointly find the best solution
ality. We owe not only our
with you. Thus, our work does
current success to “The seven
not end with the delivery of our
I‘s”. They shall remain our
shakers and bioreactors. Sound
most important driving force
consultation, excellent service
in the future.
and ideal support during device
Industry and research are sub­ject
commissioning and operation are
to constant change that demands
a matter of course for Infors HT.
the development of new technol­
Today and in the future.
We break new ground and fall
back on proven solutions.
ogies. We need to have our
finger on the pulse of events to
re­cognize the trends in the field
of “Life Sciences” in good time
and to translate these into new
equipment. To meet this need we
maintain long-term relationships
with our customers, just as we
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«
We feel the pulse of events
to recognize trends ahead
of time.
»
Nature is adaptable and capable of change. With remarkable composure
it always makes the best of existing circumstances. Thanks to a neverending zest for life it discovers new possibilities time and again to
conquer new terrain. Thus, it forms the perfect bridge between new
and proven strategies for success.
histo r y |
Big pictures have small beginnings. The
story of Infors HT began in an unused
newsstand in Basle. It was there that
Alexander Hawrylenko opened the engineering company “Hawrylenko Technology” in 1965. His initials, HT, still form
the company logo today. Meanwhile,
the firm has agencies throughout Europe
and a presence around the globe.
The History of
1965Founding of Hawrylenko Technik by
1966Transformation of Hawrylenko Technik
1967First shakers for high-speed
1968First 75-litre bioreactor
1974Development of the patented
magnetic drive
Minitron
1983Founding of Infors GmbH in
world to Switzerland since summer 2003. The Masoala rain forest has been
2002Michael Hawrylenko joins Infors AG
created at the heart of Zurich zoo. There visitors can experience in close-up
1984First bioreactor product line
1 expansion phase in Bottmingen
st
1985Restructuring. Growth from small to
1987Founding of Infors UK Ltd. in
eration
tem hall and a constant humidity of more than 80% create ideal conditions for
2003Reorganisation of the quality manage-
the lives of animals and plants. The Masoala hall offers young and old a unique
ment system in compliance with ISO
natural experience. At the same time, visitors make a direct contribution to the
9001:2000
protection of the rain forest on Madagascar through their visit. The zoo uses a
Launch of the Minifors All-in-one-Pack
part of the proceeds to support a nature protection project that is providing
Launch of Labfors-III, Labfors-Lux and
long-term support for the national park on Madagascar.
2005Introduction of an ERP solution across
More information from: www.zoo.ch/masoala
Europe
New webpage
200640 years of INFORS AG!
Adoption: Aldabra giant turtle
Winner of the “Swiss Technology
1990Founding of Infors S.a.r.l. in France
Introduction of IRIS software as a
Award 2006” for the Terrafors
process control system
Launch of Ecotron, Multifors, X-
Because our hearts echo our thoughts and feelings, we
Controller and Terrafors
support the Masoala rain forest-project at Zurich zoo with
19912 expansion phase in Bottmingen
nd
Launch of the Multitron
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species and many animals. The light and airy covering of the modern Ecosys-
2004New Corporate Design
1988Winner of the “Two Basles Innovation
Award”
Introduction of the 2nd Labfors gen­
Great Britain
a piece of Madagascar on 11’000 m2 and discover over 300 different plant
Techfors-S
medium-sized business with integrated
PPS.
3 expansion phase in Bottmingen
rd
Germany
A project unique throughout Europe has attracted visitors from all over the
2001Founding of Infors S.r.l. in Italy
product line
1980Relocation to Bottmingen
The Masoala rain forest project at Zurich zoo
1975–79First shaker and incubator shaker
1999Partnership with ATR Ltd. in the USA
Launch of the Multitron eco and the
applications
1998IRIS NT, expansion of the bioreactor
line
into Infors AG
1997Market launch of Unitron and the
Techfors line
Alexander Hawrylenko, 1 Patent
st
2007Founding of Infors Benelux BV
1992Introduction of Sixfors and Labfors
Launch of a colour touchscreen for
1994Launch of the Novotron concept
bioreactors
1996ISO 9001 certification
an animal adoption scheme. Our protégé, the Aldabra giant
© Zoo Zürich
turtle, has a shell of up to 123 cm and a maximum weight of
200 kg; it is the largest turtle in the world. Its natural habitat
lies in the Aldabra atoll in the Indian Ocean.
Concept & Artwork: wendepunkt, Basel
Infors AG
Headoffice, Switzerland
Rittergasse 27
CH-4103 Bottmingen
T +41 (0)61 425 77 00
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[email protected]
Infors GmbH
Dachauer Str. 6
D-85254 Einsbach
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Infors Sarl
2 rue du Buissons aux fraises
Bâtiment D13
F-91300 Massy
T +33 (0)1 69 30 95 04
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[email protected]
Infors UK Ltd
The Courtyard Business Centre
Dovers Farm, Lonesome Lane, Reigate
Surrey, UK-RH2 7QT
T +44 (0)1737 22 31 00
F +44 (0)1737 24 72 13
[email protected]
Infors Benelux BV
Fabriekstraat 38
7005 AR Doetinchem
P.O. Box 613
NL-7000 AP Doetinchem
T +31 (0)314 36 44 50
F +31 (0)314 37 80 76
[email protected]
Infors Canada
8350 rue Bombardier
Anjou, Quebec
Canada H1J 1A6
T +1 514 352 50 95
F +1 514 352 56 10
[email protected]
Infors Bio-Technology (Beijing)
Co., Ltd.
Room 505C, Building 106
Lize Zhongyuan
Wangjing New Industrial Zone
Chaoyang District, Beijing
100102 P.R. of China
T +86 10 51652068
F +86 10 64390585
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