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908 Devices

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908 Devices Company Research Report





Company Overview



Name: 908 Devices

Mission: Making chemical analysis simple, smart, and speedy to empower people to take swift action in life-altering applications.

Founded: 2012

Founders:
  • Kevin J. Knopp, PhD, CEO & Co-founder

  • Christopher D. Brown, PhD, Chief Product Officer & Co-founder

  • Andrew Bartfay, Co-founder & Director, Hardware Development

  • Michael Jobin, Co-founder & Director, Product Development

  • Scott Miller, PhD, Co-founder & Director, MS Engineering

  • Steve Araiza, Co-founder & Former Software Architect


Headquarters: 645 Summer Street, Boston, MA 02210

Number of Employees: 250+

Revenue: No information is available

Known For: 908 Devices is known for its innovations in chemical analysis technology, focusing on providing point-of-need answers across forensics, biopharmaceuticals, and life science research, among other industries.

Products



Bioprocessing Products



MAVERICK
  • Description: In-line bioprocess analysis tool.

  • Key Features:

  • Simple process analytical technology

  • Measures multiple critical parameters with de novo model

  • Intuitive setup and user-friendly interface


REBEL
  • Description: At-line cell culture media analyzer.

  • Key Features:

  • Provides quick analysis of 30+ components in under 10 minutes

  • Offers fresh media fingerprinting and reduces downtime


MAVEN
  • Description: On-line glucose and lactate analysis tool.

  • Key Features:

  • Continuous measurement and control of glucose and lactate

  • Integrated and automated feeding control


TRACE C2
  • Description: On-line fermentation analyzer.

  • Key Features:

  • Monitors methanol and ethanol

  • Provides real-time insights for fermentation processes


Life Science Research



ZipChip
  • Description: Microfluidic CE-MS device for rapid analysis.

  • Key Features:

  • High-resolution separation and minimal sample prep

  • Integrates with mass spectrometry for protein characterization


Forensics & Field Detection



MX908
  • Description: Multi-mission handheld mass spectrometer.

  • Key Features:

  • Detects and identifies chemical threats at trace levels

  • High pressure mass spectrometry for exceptional sensitivity


XplorIR
  • Description: Handheld gas detector.

  • Key Features:

  • Identifies and quantifies thousands of gases quickly

  • FTIR technology for rapid actionable intelligence


ProtectIR
  • Description: Handheld FTIR for solid/liquid identification.

  • Key Features:

  • Identifies thousands of chemicals

  • Designed for hazardous materials and field use


ThreatID
  • Description: Portable FTIR for chemical threat identification.

  • Key Features:

  • Identifies threats and complex mixtures quickly

  • Easy swapping of modules for different sample types


Recent Developments



  • 2023 Product Launches:

  • MAVEN received the R&D 100 Award.

  • MX908 Beacon received ASTORS Homeland Security Awards: Gold.

  • MAVERICK received The Analytical Scientist Innovation Award and the R&D 100 Award.


  • 2024:

  • 908 Devices acquired RedWave Technology, expanding its forensics product offerings.


  • Research & Development Expansions:

  • Life Science R&D Facility expansion in Morrisville, NC, and Bioanalytics R&D Facility expansion in Braunschweig.


  • Operational Expansion:

  • R&D and Production Facility expansion in Danbury, CT.


  • Acquisitions:

  • Acquired TRACE Analytics GmbH in 2022.

  • Acquired RedWave Technology in 2024.


  • Awards:

  • MAVEN and MAVERICK both received significant awards for innovation in 2023.


Additional Information



  • No information is available for other key financial metrics such as revenue projections or further partnerships outside acquisitions.

  • The company continuously updates its product lines to address evolving threats and technological needs across various industries.