Microfluidics
Private Company
Total funding raised: $15M
Overview
Microfluidics is a long-established, privately-held leader in high-pressure homogenization technology. Its core Microfluidizer® processors are engineered to deliver unparalleled shear forces, enabling uniform particle size reduction, efficient cell lysis, and consistent nanoemulsion production with seamless scalability from lab to production. The company serves a global customer base in R&D and manufacturing, with a strong reputation for technical support, process repeatability, and superior yields compared to alternative methods like sonication or traditional homogenizers.
Technology Platform
Proprietary high-pressure, high-shear fluid processing technology (Microfluidizer®) for uniform particle size reduction, cell disruption, and nanoemulsion formation. Features fixed-geometry interaction chambers for consistent, scalable results.
Funding History
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Competitive Landscape
Competes with other high-pressure homogenizer manufacturers like Avestin (part of BEE International), GEA Niro Soavi, and SPX FLOW. Microfluidics differentiates by claiming superior shear rates, more uniform particle size distributions, seamless scalability, and lower maintenance, as supported by user testimonials comparing it to sonication and French press methods.