Benutzer:Mischa Schneider/Chemspeed Technologies AG

Chemspeed Technologies AG
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Rechtsform	AG
Gründung	1997
Sitz	Fuellinsdorf, Schweiz
Branche	Automatisierungslösungen
Website	chemspeed.com

Chemspeed Technologies is a Switzerland-based company that develops technologies for automating and digitizing laboratory processes, including product development and quality control. With its headquarters in Switzerland, Chemspeed operates globally, having subsidiaries in Germany, UK, USA, joint office in China, and a network of distributors worldwide.^[1]

From its establishment, Chemspeed has been dedicated to developing technology driven by customer demand in the field of laboratory automation and digitization. The company supports the research and development process by exploring various methodologies, including gamification, to enhance engagement and productivity.

Chemspeed offers a range of products and services designed for laboratory automation and digitization, focusing on modular and application-specific solutions. This approach has allowed Chemspeed to maintain its presence in research and development as well as quality control sectors.^[2]

History

The company's inception traces back to the research activities of Dr. Rolf Gueller at F. Hoffmann-La Roche, where the focus was on enhancing productivity in Medicinal Chemistry through automation of repetitive R&D workflows. This initiative led to the development of a first-generation liquid- and solid-phase synthesizer at Roche.

The 90s

In 1997, Chemspeed Technologies was founded. The following year, it launched the Automated Synthesis Workstation (ASW) product line, aimed at revolutionizing reaction preparation, organic synthesis, work-up, and analysis. The ASW 2000 became widely used, setting a significant milestone in laboratory automation. The company then expanded into the international market, establishing subsidiaries in New Jersey, USA, and the UK. It also began process development collaborations, notably with BASF.^[3]

The 2000s

The early 2000s saw the introduction of the Accelerator product line, integrating patented automatic tool-exchange interface and overhead gravimetric solid dispensing, along with the AutoSuite operating software.^[4]

In 2002 and 2006, respectively, academic collaborations with e.g. Dutch Polymer Institute and subsequently University of Jena (Prof. Dr. Ulrich S. Schubert)^[5] and University of Liverpool and subsequently Materials Innovation Factory (Prof. Dr. Andrew Cooper) represented^[6] / represent pivotal milestones in Chemspeed’s science intercept with academia.

By 2007, Chemspeed introduced the SWING product line, aimed at automating sample preparation, synthesis, process development, formulation, application, and testing, with inherent modularity and flexibility.^[7]

The same year, a partnership with L'Oréal facilitated the creation of formulation discovery and development products.

Chemspeed implements a strategy to address diverse market needs through a market matrix and four-dimensional modularity, serving major market segments: Life Sciences, Materials Science, and Consumer Goods & Performance Materials.

The 2010s

In 2013, Chemspeed launched its second-generation synthesis technology and undertook a capital increase to support growth, introducing the FLEXSHUTTLE product line and ArkSuite Workflow Management Software for comprehensive solutions across partial and entire product development workflows.

In 2015, Chemspeed Technologies introduced the FLEXSHUTTLE system, which was noted for being among the most extensive fully automated solutions for product development and quality control available at that time. The deployment of the FLEXSHUTTLE system signified a notable advancement in modularity, described by the company as the fifth dimension of modularity.

From the Flexshuttle concept was derived the FLEX product line, which fills the need for automation in formats smaller than the SWING products, filling a gap left by the discontinuation of the ASW line years earlier.

The company's headquarters moved to a company-owned building in Fuellinsdorf, Switzerland, in 2017, equipped with laboratories, offices, production areas, testing spaces, and high-ceiling rooms for FLEXSHUTTLES, further expanding its global reach with a second office in Ohio, USA.

Chemspeed continued to innovate with the launch of the patented SWILE solution in 2014, enabling matrix-to-matrix solid reformatting.^[8]

In 2019, the UK office moved to Liverpool in partnership with the University of Liverpool and the Materials Innovation Factory (MIF).

The 2020s

In recent years, Chemspeed has expanded its presence in China with a joint office in Shenzhen and opened a German office in Essen as a service hub for the European Union. The company also introduced new business units: Strategic Products, Compliant Solutions, and Digital Lab Solutions to diversify its offerings.

In 2024 Bruker aquired Chemspeed Technologies AG.

Products

Chemspeed Technologies develops automated solutions for laboratory processes, with applications in research and development (R&D) and quality control (QC). These solutions are designed to automate and digitize workflows in laboratories.

Awards

Swiss Economic Award

Chemspeed Technologies has received several awards for its contributions to laboratory automation and workflow solutions, including a second place in the Swiss Economic Award in 2002.^[9]

ACHEMA most innovative product

Second place for the most innovative product at the ACHEMA Conference and Show in 2018.^[10]

ISPE Application Award

The ISPE Robotics Application Award in 2023 for the best innovative technical concept in fully automated eluent preparation.^[11]

These awards reflect the company's role in enhancing laboratory throughput and efficiency, as well as its commitment to innovation in the field of scientific research and development.