BiFlow Systems
BiFlow Systems GmbH is dedicated to making complex biochemical analyses and diagnostic procedures accessible everywhere, anytime, and for everyone. They develop and manufacture point-of-need solutions with integrated microfluidic cartridges capable of performing complex assays, including immunoassays, molecular assays, and bead-based assays. Their technology enables mobile-phone-based diagnostics, high multiplexing capabilities, and scalable production. The company has a history of continuous development, innovation, and strategic partnerships, with a focus on advancing microfluidic and biosensor technologies for various applications in human and veterinary diagnostics, food safety, and allergy testing.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
small (1-50)
Products
Microfluidic cartridge — amplification + microarray hybridization
Cartridge configured for on-cartridge amplification (isothermal), labeling and microarray hybridization; designed for lab experiments and compatible with the universal cartridge reader.
Microfluidic cartridge — valve-enabled reagent storage
Cartridge with a sensor hybridization region and normally-closed valves for liquid reagent storage and controlled release.
Microfluidic cartridge — basic reservoir & pump demo
Entry-level cartridge with multiple reservoirs, integrated pumps and flow channels for initial prototyping and proof-of-concept work.
Universal cartridge reader (instrument)
Instrument that operates compatible microfluidic cartridges (pumping, heating, valving) and performs fluorescence microarray readout and analysis; available as R&D and OEM-customizable unit.
Evaluation Kits (prototyping kits)
Evaluation kits containing pump-control electronics, PC software and a set of starter cartridges (examples: v5, v6) to test and prototype assays on the cartridge platform.
Portable ultrafast PCR systems and accessories
Portable endpoint and real-time ultrafast PCR devices and an optional portable centrifuge for mobile molecular diagnostic workflows (presented as available systems/accessories).
Microfluidic cartridge — amplification + microarray hybridization
Cartridge configured for on-cartridge amplification (isothermal), labeling and microarray hybridization; designed for lab experiments and compatible with the universal cartridge reader.
Microfluidic cartridge — valve-enabled reagent storage
Cartridge with a sensor hybridization region and normally-closed valves for liquid reagent storage and controlled release.
Microfluidic cartridge — basic reservoir & pump demo
Entry-level cartridge with multiple reservoirs, integrated pumps and flow channels for initial prototyping and proof-of-concept work.
Universal cartridge reader (instrument)
Instrument that operates compatible microfluidic cartridges (pumping, heating, valving) and performs fluorescence microarray readout and analysis; available as R&D and OEM-customizable unit.
Evaluation Kits (prototyping kits)
Evaluation kits containing pump-control electronics, PC software and a set of starter cartridges (examples: v5, v6) to test and prototype assays on the cartridge platform.
Portable ultrafast PCR systems and accessories
Portable endpoint and real-time ultrafast PCR devices and an optional portable centrifuge for mobile molecular diagnostic workflows (presented as available systems/accessories).
Services
Assay integration into point-of-need cartridges
Translate laboratory assays into miniaturized, self-contained cartridge workflows suitable for automated execution and readout at point of need.
Biosensor integration into cartridges
Integrate customer biosensors (fluorescent, electrochemical, acoustic) into fully self-contained cartridges and adapt reader interfaces as required.
Assay integration into point-of-need cartridges
Translate laboratory assays into miniaturized, self-contained cartridge workflows suitable for automated execution and readout at point of need.
Biosensor integration into cartridges
Integrate customer biosensors (fluorescent, electrochemical, acoustic) into fully self-contained cartridges and adapt reader interfaces as required.
Expertise Areas
- Microfluidic cartridge design
- Assay miniaturization and integration
- Biosensor integration (fluorescence, electrochemical, acoustic)
- Multiplexed molecular diagnostics
Key Technologies
- Microfluidics
- Electrochemical micropumps
- Integrated microheaters
- Microvalves