Founded in 1985 by the late Dr. Andrew J. Alpert, PolyLC Inc. is known for pioneering HILIC chromatography and helping scientists solve difficult analytical separations. The Columbia, Maryland company develops specialized tools for researchers working with complex biomolecular samples, including a portable HPLC system for hemoglobin analysis.
ICON Scientific, IncFounded in 1993 as a privately held woman-owned small business, ICON Scientific designs, manufactures and distributes liquid chromatography instruments and custom-configured systems for laboratories and production settings. The North Potomac company is especially known for compact, German-engineered equipment and its ANSER, a shoebox-sized portable HPLC analyzer developed for cannabis and hemp testing. With more than 40 years of liquid chromatography experience and a Knauer U.S. distributorship dating to 1999, ICON also provides application guidance, technical support and service.NORTH POTOMAC, MD
Aurora Analytics LLCFounded in 2004, Baltimore-based Aurora Analytics develops life-science and diagnostic products while providing synthetic and analytical chemistry services for commercial research and production. Its distinctive solid-phase detection technology includes the company-developed Si-HOBt and Cellulose-HOBt reagents, which support diagnostic, education and chemical-research applications. Aurora is led by co-founder Dr. Aristotle G. Kalivretenos, whose background includes polymer-based glucose-recognition chemistry and solid-phase synthesis.BALTIMORE, MD
JASCOFounded in 1958 after scientists at Japan’s Institute of Optics developed a successful research IR spectrometer, JASCO makes molecular spectroscopy and chromatography instruments for laboratory analysis. The company’s history includes early commercial advances in HPLC and supercritical fluid chromatography, while its current work spans integrated analytical systems and spectroscopy software. JASCO operates from Easton, Maryland, with a worldwide network of regional companies and distributors.EASTON, MD
Waters CorporationWaters Corporation is a life sciences and diagnostics company that develops analytical technologies, informatics, and services, including liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry systems. Founded as Waters Associates in Framingham, Massachusetts, in 1958, it traces its history to founder Jim Waters and his work advancing liquid chromatography. Its technologies support regulated testing and research, including medicine development, food and water safety, and diagnostic applications.SHARPSBURG, PA