Eppendorf AG has licensed patents covering gradient technology for thermal cyclers to Bibby Scientific for use e.g. in their TC Plus Thermal Cyclers, including US patent Nos. 6,767,512 and 7,074,367. Eppendorf utilizes the technology in its Eppendorf Mastercycler® pro gradient, Mastercycler nexus gradient and Mastercycler ep realplex models.

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Bibby Scientific Ltd is one of the largest broad based manufacturers of laboratory products worldwide. Additional information is available at www.bibby-scientific.com.