Gilson, Inc. is a world-renowned American manufacturer of precision liquid handling, purification, and extraction solutions. The Gilson legacy began in the 1940s when Dr. Warren Gilson, a faculty member at the University of Wisconsin Medical School, started developing specialized medical electronics and instruments that were not commercially available. Since the introduction of the legendary PIPETMAN® in the 1970s—the world’s first continuously adjustable volume pipette—Gilson has been a primary authority in laboratory accuracy. Headquartered in Middleton, Wisconsin, with a major Center of Excellence in France, the company remains family-owned and dedicated to enabling verifiable science. Their mission is to create reliable, built-to-last tools that improve the traceability and reproducibility of experiments. From academic labs to global pharmaceutical giants, Gilson is trusted by researchers to deliver high-performance instruments that make life at the bench easier and more efficient.
The Gilson range at LabFriend features professional liquid handling solutions, headlined by the iconic PIPETMAN® series of manual and electronic microlitre pipettes. These instruments are celebrated for their ergonomic design, durability, and unmatched precision in air-displacement technology. For challenging liquids, the brand provides advanced positive displacement pipettes, such as the MICROMAN® E, which is ideal for viscous, volatile, or hazardous samples. Their portfolio also includes high-throughput life science tools like the PIPETMAX® automated liquid handling workstation, designed to eliminate manual errors in qPCR and NGS workflows. To ensure a complete system, Gilson offers premium laboratory consumables including PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips, which are certified to maintain the highest levels of accuracy. By choosing Gilson through LabFriend, you benefit from competitive pricing and fast shipping on world-class instrumentation engineered for scientific excellence.
Why Choose Gilson for Your Laboratory?
- The PIPETMAN® Standard: Over 50 years of innovation in pipetting, providing the global benchmark for accuracy, repeatability, and long-term reliability.
- Ergonomic Innovation: Specifically engineered to reduce pipetting forces and minimize the risk of Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) during long hours at the bench.
- Built to Last: Gilson instruments are famous for their robust construction and "infinite re-use" potential, with full serviceability and readily available spare parts.
- Automated Traceability: Offers seamless transitions from manual to automated processes with systems like PIPETMAX®, ensuring every step is recorded and reproducible.
- Superior Tip Fit: Using Gilson Diamond Tips ensures a perfect leak-proof seal, which is critical for maintaining the specified accuracy and precision of the pipette.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How often should I calibrate my Gilson PIPETMAN®?
For standard laboratory use, Gilson recommends a professional calibration check at least once a year. However, for highly regulated environments, semi-annual or quarterly checks may be required.
2. Can I autoclave my Gilson pipette?
Many modern Gilson models, such as the PIPETMAN® L and PIPETMAN® G, are fully autoclavable. Always check the specific manual for your model to see if only the lower part or the entire unit can be sterilized.
3. What is the benefit of using a positive displacement pipette?
Unlike standard pipettes, positive displacement models like the MICROMAN® use a piston that comes into direct contact with the sample. This eliminates the air cushion, ensuring accuracy when pipetting oils, alcohols, or dense buffers.
4. Are Gilson Diamond Tips universal?
While Diamond Tips are specifically engineered for the best performance on Gilson pipettes, they follow standard tip geometry and are often compatible with other brands. However, using them with Gilson pipettes guarantees the best results.
