OEM Engineering & Manufacturing

Kbiosystems partners with laboratory automation companies, OEM brands and life science technology organisations to design, manufacture and support automation systems that perform reliably in demanding laboratory environments.

From early-stage concepts and prototype development through to scalable manufacturing and long-term production support, we provide the engineering depth, manufacturing ownership and technical continuity required for successful OEM partnerships.

Our systems are engineered, manufactured and supported in-house — ensuring quality, responsiveness and direct technical accountability throughout the entire lifecycle.

OEM Engineering & Manufacturing

OEM partnerships built on engineering ownership

Laboratory automation products are rarely simple assemblies. They combine mechanical precision, electrical integration, software control, manufacturability and long-term serviceability into systems that must perform consistently under real operational pressure.

For OEM partners, the challenge is not only building a product that works. It is building a product that can be manufactured reliably, adapted as requirements evolve and supported long term without losing engineering integrity along the way.

Kbiosystems was built around that responsibility.

With integrated mechanical, electrical and software engineering teams operating alongside in-house manufacturing, we maintain direct technical ownership from concept through production and lifecycle support.

This removes the disconnect often created when design, engineering and manufacturing are spread across multiple suppliers or outsourced partners.

The result is faster technical decision-making, clearer communication, greater manufacturing control and automation systems engineered to perform reliably at scale.

In-House Engineering Expertise

Why OEM Partners work with Kbiosystems

Mechanical, electrical and software engineering teams working together under one roof.
  • Prototype-to-Production Capability

    From early-stage concepts and feasibility through to scalable manufacturing and production support.

  • Manufacturing Ownership

    Direct control over manufacturing quality, assembly consistency and production continuity.

  • Agile Engineering & Production

    Responsive development processes that adapt as technical and commercial requirements evolve.

  • OEM Partnership Experience

    Trusted by global laboratory automation and life science organisations.

  • Long-Term Technical Support

    Lifecycle service, ongoing engineering involvement and long-term production continuity.

Engineering & manufacturing capabilities
Designed to support complex laboratory automation products

Engineering & manufacturing capabilities

Kbiosystems supports OEM partners across the full product development and manufacturing lifecycle.

Our capabilities include:

  • Mechanical system engineering
  • Electrical and controls engineering
  • Embedded and control software integration
  • Prototype development
  • Design-for-manufacture optimisation
  • Precision assembly and manufacturing
  • Validation support
  • Product integration
  • Production scaling
  • Lifecycle engineering support

Whether supporting a fully bespoke automation platform or manufacturing an established product line, our approach remains focused on reliability, manufacturability and long-term operational performance.

From concept to manufacturing
Engineering involvement from the earliest stages

From concept to manufacturing

Many OEM projects fail because manufacturing constraints are discovered too late.

At Kbiosystems, engineering and manufacturing operate together from the beginning of the development process — allowing feasibility, manufacturability, tolerances and integration considerations to be addressed early, while changes are still efficient to implement.

This integrated approach reduces engineering drift, improves production readiness and helps preserve the original design intent throughout the transition into manufacturing.

For OEM partners, this creates a smoother path from concept through to production.

Built for long-term OEM collaboration
More than a contract manufacturer

Built for long-term OEM collaboration

Kbiosystems operates as a long-term engineering and manufacturing partner rather than a transactional supplier.

Our teams remain closely involved throughout the product lifecycle, supporting evolving requirements, production scaling, technical adaptations and ongoing operational continuity.

This collaborative approach allows OEM partners to move faster, reduce internal engineering pressure and maintain confidence in the long-term stability of their manufacturing relationship.

Dave Hunter
Dave Hunter Thermo Fisher Scientific

“We've had a very positive experience working with Kbiosystems as an OEM partner for the ALPS3000 and ALPS5000 systems. The equipment consistently delivers strong performance and reliability while strengthening our product offering for our customers. What

Quality, reliabiltity & continuity

Built for demanding laboratory environments

Laboratory automation systems operate within environments where reliability, reproducibility and operational continuity are critical.

Kbiosystems designs and manufactures systems with long-term performance, serviceability and workflow stability in mind, supporting OEM partners who require dependable engineering and manufacturing standards for their own customers and product portfolios.

  • Ginkgo bioworks
  • fast mdx
  • Tecan
  • Novo Nordisk
  • Theradep
  • IDT
  • sanofi
  • Revvity
  • Corteva
  • Automata
  • Thermo Fisher
  • Roche
  • Pfizer
  • Perkin Elmer
  • Beckman Coulter
  • Bayer