Our History

2016


Zinsser Analytic and ILS were acquired by the Gardner Denver Medical group, joining Thomas, Welch and TriContinent brands.



2004


Zinsser NA was created for distribution of automated systems in the U.S. and Canada.

1995


ZA pioneered the automation of PCR-based tests in clinical diagnosis.

1992


ILS (Innovative Labor Systeme) GmbH was founded for production of microsyringes, valves and as OEM for liquid handling systems.

1989


“Minilabor” was introduced for schools and universities.

1985


Fully automated HIV-testing system for blood banks was introduced.

1984


First automatic pipetting systems were sold.

1983


Zinsser Analytic Ltd. (UK) was founded to manufacture special liquid handling systems.

1979


Distribution of scintillation counters and HPLC-instruments.

1976


Minis” for scintillation counting were invented.

1971


Polyvials® were introduced and became a worldwide quality standard.

1970


Zinsser Analytic GmbH was founded by Werner Zinßer.