PerkinElmer
and Nonlinear Dynamics sign new OEM distribution agreement for leading
proteomics software solution
(Newcastle
upon Tyne, UK) PerkinElmer, Inc. (NYSE: PKI) today announced a new OEM
distribution agreement with leading bioinformatics developer, Nonlinear
Dynamics. Under the agreement, Nonlinear will develop a powerful 2D gel
analysis product exclusively for PerkinElmer.
The
new ProFINDER 2D product, which will be available in June this year,
increases objectivity and reduces hands-on time for the in-depth analysis
of 2D electrophoresis gels. ProFINDER
2D extends analytical processing power, delivers consistent results and it
allows the user to apply a more routine approach to the set-up, processing
and editing of 2D gels. ProFINDER
2D also enables reproducible results and efficient validation of 2D gel
experiments.
The
addition of this product to PerkinElmer’s portfolio completes the
Company's total solution for gel-based proteomics. The full line includes
instruments such as the ProXPRESS™ Proteomics Imaging System, ProXCISION
Proteomics Gel Cutting Robot, MultiPROBE® II Proteomics Workstation for
protein digestion and MALDI spotting, TOFprep™ MALDI Spotting System,
and the recently announced prOTOF™ 2000 MALDI O-TOF mass spectrometer
for protein identification.
"This
agreement gives us an appreciable advantage in the supply of solutions to
the proteomics community," said Paul Gillyon, vice president and
general manager of the Biopharmaceutical business of PerkinElmer Life and
Analytical Sciences. "Reliable, reproducible software is fundamental
to the proteomics workflow and we are pleased to have secured exclusive
access to a product of this quality from Nonlinear.
As an intrinsic component of PerkinElmer’s total-solutions
approach for our customers, we are confident that this relationship with
Nonlinear will be the catalyst enhancing the breadth and depth of
Proteomics market solutions."
John
Spreadbury, Group Sales and Marketing Director of Nonlinear Dynamics,
added, "This agreement marks a significant milestone in the evolution
of gel-based proteomics suppliers. PerkinElmer
are one of the first companies to recognize the extent to which software
influences a researcher’s purchasing decision.
As such, they appreciate the competitive advantage that this
product will give them. Seeking
this agreement is typical of PerkinElmer’s customer-driven approach to
the partnerships that it makes, and is testament to their ability to
respond quickly having reached strategic decisions.
We have worked very effectively with PerkinElmer for a long time
now, and this deal further strengthens our relationship and confidence in
PerkinElmer.”
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About
PerkinElmer Inc
PerkinElmer,
Inc. is a global technology leader focused in the following businesses -
Life and Analytical Sciences, Optoelectronics and Fluid Sciences.
Combining operational excellence and technology expertise with an intimate
understanding of its customers' needs, PerkinElmer provides products and
services in health sciences and other advanced technology markets that
require innovation, precision and reliability.
The Company serves customers in more than 125 countries, and is a
component of the S&P 500 Index.
Additional information is available through www.perkinelmer.com or
1-877-PKI-NYSE.
For further PerkinElmer information:
Investor Contact: Media Contact:
Dan Sutherby Lori Gorski
PerkinElmer, Inc Brodeur Worldwide
(781) 431-4306 (617) 587-2024
About Nonlinear Dynamics Ltd
Established
in 1989, Nonlinear Dynamics is a leading worldwide provider of
bioinformatics solutions to the life science industry. The Company’s
innovative product portfolio comprises high-quality analysis and data
mining tools for 1D and 2D electrophoresis gels and microarrays, the core
technologies of genomics and proteomics. Nonlinear sells and supports its
products through its UK headquarters, its USA office, and its global
network of distributors and OEM resellers.
Contact:
James Sykes, Group Marketing Manager
Tel:
+44 191 230 2121; james.sykes@nonlinear.com;
www.nonlinear.com
