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.