- In October 2023, HORIBA Scientific acquired Process Instruments Inc., a prominent manufacturer of Raman spectroscopy technology. This acquisition strengthens HORIBA’s portfolio in analytical instrumentation, enhancing its capability in Raman spectroscopy solutions. Process Instruments’ expertise will enable HORIBA to expand its offerings and serve industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemical analysis, and materials science with advanced Raman technologies
- In February 2023, Agilent Technologies Inc. launched a significant software upgrade for its Vaya handheld Raman spectrometer. This upgrade enhances raw material identification by expanding the device's capabilities, allowing it to analyze both opaque and transparent containers. This development improves the efficiency and accuracy of quality control processes in various industries, particularly for pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical applications
- In June 2022, Renishaw plc introduced the inLux SEM Raman interface, a groundbreaking technology for enhancing Raman spectroscopy capabilities within a scanning electron microscope (SEM). This interface enables the collection of Raman spectra while imaging in the SEM, offering advanced 2D and 3D imaging features. It opens new possibilities for detailed material analysis, combining the benefits of both SEM and Raman technologies
- In 2021, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. allocated nearly USD 1.4 billion for research and development in 2021. This investment highlights the company’s commitment to advancing scientific instrumentation. In addition, Agilent Technologies Inc. introduced the Agilent Vaya Raman raw material identity verification system, a handheld tool that accelerates quality control testing, particularly in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors, enabling more efficient raw material verification and ensuring product quality
- In June 2021, HORIBA Ltd. launched its CiCi-Raman engine, designed for OEM industrial clients requiring high-volume analysis. This spectrometer features an aberration-corrected concave holographic grating, a deep-cooled Syncerity CCD camera, a VIS-NIR detector, and a round-to-slit fiber converter, delivering high-efficiency Raman probe collection. The CiCi-Raman-785 is specifically tailored for industrial applications, providing precise and reliable performance in high-demand environments
