Microscopes in Illinois

Leica Biosystems is a global leader in anatomic pathology solutions with 150+ years of heritage. The company specializes in comprehensive workflow automation for histopathology, immunohistochemistry (IHC), in situ hybridization (ISH), and digital pathology. Core product lines include tissue processors, microtomes, cryostats, automated slide stainers (HistoCore CHROMAX, BOND series), and high-throughput digital slide scanners (Aperio GT 450, Aperio GT 180 DX). The company also manufactures histology consumables—slides, coverglass, paraffins, blades, cassettes, reagents, stains, and mounting media—alongside IHC/ISH reagents, antibodies, FISH probes, and detection systems. Digital pathology offerings encompass slide scanning, image management software, and AI-integrated quality control. Leica Biosystems serves hospital labs, academic medical centers, pharmaceutical research, and companion diagnostics workflows. The company operates CEREBRO specimen tracking and workflow management systems and HistoCore specimen labeling solutions. Regulatory credentials include FDA clearances and IVD compliance. The division operates with over 3,000 global experts and emphasizes integrated solutions spanning tissue processing through digital pathology and computational diagnostics.

AA Medical, operating as AA Medical Store, is a leading distributor of new and reprocessed medical equipment specializing in the aftermarket medical device resale sector. Founded in 2010 and headquartered in Mokena, Illinois with operations in Miami, Florida, the company supplies a comprehensive range of surgical and diagnostic equipment through an extensive network of 350+ sales representatives and relationships with 2,800+ healthcare facilities. AA Medical offers one of the largest online inventories of minimally invasive surgical equipment, endoscopy systems, orthopedic instrumentation, and surgical visualization technology at competitive, cost-optimized pricing. The company specializes in pre-owned and post-lease equipment across endoscopy, orthopedics, anesthesia, urology, and gynecology, emphasizing sustainable sourcing and white-glove customer service. Key product categories include visualization systems, surgical power instruments, laparoscopy and arthroscopy equipment, orthopedic implants and tools, patient monitoring and care devices, operating room infrastructure, and laboratory equipment from trusted manufacturers including Stryker, Arthrex, Conmed, Olympus, and Karl Storz.

Visionix USA, part of the global Visionix group headquartered in Lombard, Illinois, specializes in intelligent diagnostic, screening, refraction, and lens finishing equipment for eye care professionals across North America. Founded in 1994 by Marc Abitbol, Ph.D., the company operates with 700 employees across 120 countries and has consolidated multiple brands (Briot, Weco, Optovue) into a unified portfolio. Visionix provides comprehensive solutions for opticians, optometrists, and ophthalmologists, including wavefront-based automated refraction systems (Eye Refract), high-speed OCT and OCTA imaging platforms (Optovue Solix), anterior and posterior segment screening devices (VX 650), and advanced lens finishing equipment. The company also delivers sales, service, technical training, and clinical education to enhance patient care accessibility and practice efficiency. As of April 2026, Visionix is merging with Revenio Group to expand its technological capabilities and market reach.

Key Scientific Products is a long-established distributor and manufacturer of microbiology and laboratory diagnostics supplies, serving clinical and research laboratories since 1935. The company specializes in a comprehensive portfolio of chromogenic bacterial identification tests, organism preservation systems (Cryocare), and rapid identification products (Identicult AE, LAP, PRO) for gram-negative, gram-positive, and anaerobic bacteria. Key Scientific offers a broad range of laboratory consumables including culture media, antisera, antibiotic/sensitivity discs, microscope slides and accessories, mycobacteria and mycology products, parasitology reagents, and stains. The product line encompasses both proprietary formulations and distributed brands (Rosco Diagnostica, Hardy Diagnostic, Denka Seiken, Scientific Device Labs, Medical Chemical Co), serving hospital laboratories, reference laboratories, and research institutions.

Proteintech Group is a biotechnology company specializing in high-quality antibodies and protein research reagents for life sciences and pharmaceutical research. Founded in 2001 by scientists and headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, the company manufactures a comprehensive catalog of antibodies, immunoassays, recombinant proteins, and nanobody-based reagents. Proteintech offers antibodies against 12,000+ human targets, 100+ sandwich ELISA kits, 4,000+ recombinant fusion proteins, and cGMP-grade cytokines and growth factors. Products include primary and secondary antibodies (monoclonal, polyclonal, and recombinant), conjugated antibodies for immunofluorescence and flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry kits, and magnetic cell separation kits. The company emphasizes in-house manufacturing, reproducibility, and a "scientists for scientists" approach, with products cited in over 20,000 peer-reviewed publications. Custom antibody services, polyclonal antibody production, and GMP-grade proteins support drug development and cell/gene therapy applications. Recently launched Able AI—a product recommendation tool—to accelerate scientific discovery.

Heathrow Scientific is a global manufacturer of laboratory supplies and equipment founded in 1996 and headquartered in Vernon Hills, Illinois. The company has expanded from two initial products to a diversified portfolio of over 800 items serving education, healthcare, industrial, and research sectors. Heathrow Scientific specializes in laboratory storage solutions (interlocking racks, slide boxes, tube carriers), sample handling equipment (centrifuges, pipette fillers), cooling containers, general glassware, safety products, and biohazard containment systems. The company employs laboratory professionals within its R&D team to develop ergonomic, user-focused solutions that enhance lab efficiency and workflow. With independent audits confirming 99.7% equipment reliability and 99.9% supply reliability, Heathrow Scientific emphasizes quality control and product innovation for clinical and research laboratory environments.

Sysmex Corporation is a global clinical laboratory diagnostics manufacturer specializing in hematology, hemostasis, urinalysis, flow cytometry, and laboratory informatics solutions. The company designs and manufactures fully automated and compact hematology analyzers, hemostasis testing systems, and urinalysis instruments for clinical laboratory environments ranging from high-volume reference labs to low-volume hospital labs. Sysmex's product portfolio includes the CN-6000 hemostasis analyzer for specialty testing and the UN-Series urinalysis systems. The company provides automated complete blood count (CBC) analyzers that perform approximately 400 million tests annually across 12,000+ clinical laboratories worldwide. Sysmex offers trusted reagents for routine and specialty testing, integrated laboratory information systems, and comprehensive service and support programs. The company has achieved 90% auto-validation rates in CBC testing and ranked #1 in hematology analyzer reliability, system performance, and service support for over 20 years according to independent IMV ServiceTrak surveys. Sysmex holds 2024 IMV ServiceTrak Awards for Best Customer Satisfaction, Best System Performance, and Best Service in hematology. The company serves hospital labs, reference laboratories, and clinical diagnostic centers with regulatory compliance and quality assurance across all product lines.