About Synoptics
Founded in 1985, Synoptics is a multi-division company providing laboratories with imaging solutions across a range of applications. With imaging experts from the University of Cambridge and a growing knowledge of camera technology, frame grabbing, and image capture techniques, the company enhanced its range within digital imaging.
Explore the Synoptics Family
Synoptics Ltd designs and manufactures scientific instruments based on digital imaging, water purification, and vacuum oven processing for the life science research, microbiology, and molecular markets. Based in Cambridge, Synoptics is a global company supporting laboratories worldwide. Synoptics focus on the application of digital imaging technology through our Syngene and Synbiosis divisions and water purification and vacuum technologies through its Fistreem and Gallenkamp divisions. See our family below:
Fistreem International produces a range of world-leading water purification products and accessories.
Synbiosis provides equipment to save time and people power by automating the process of microbial colony counting and zone sizing.
Syngene produces advanced systems for the documentation and analysis of gels to support molecular biologists with high quality analysis.
Gallenkamp manufactures Life Science Equipment products with a focus on vacuum ovens.
News and More
Celebrating a Year of Success and Exciting Plans for the Future
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a remarkable year for Synoptics and its divisions. From innovative product launches to strengthening global partnerships, our journey has been filled with milestones that set the stage for an even more dynamic 2025. Here’s a look back at 2024: [...]
Choosing the Right Fume Hood: Understanding the Essential Role of Ducted and Ductless Systems in Laboratory Safety
What role do fume hoods play in a laboratory? Fume hoods play a critical role in laboratory safety by protecting users from hazardous chemicals, vapours, and fumes during experiments. In addition to containing fumes, the hoods also function as a physical barrier against chemical spills. [...]
CCD vs. CMOS: Choosing the Right Imaging System for Chemiluminescent Western Blots
Syngene, a division of Synoptics Ltd, is a leading provider of innovative imaging solutions for life science research. Syngene specialises in imaging systems designed to capture and analyse images of gels, blots, and plates used in various molecular biology techniques, including chemiluminescence, fluorescence, and colourimetric detection. CCD or CMOS? [...]
Support Policy Changes from 1st October 2024
On the 1st October 2024, Synoptics will be changing its support policy. By implementing this policy, Synoptics aims to provide structured and transparent support to its customers, ensuring efficient and effective resolution of technical issues. The key change this policy introduces is a small charge for advanced support (specifically [...]