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microParticles GmbH – Experts in Monodisperse Nano- and Microparticles

microParticles GmbH, based in Berlin-Adlershof, one of Europe’s leading clusters for science, business, and media, is a leading research and technology-oriented company specializing in the development and manufacture of multifunctional, monodisperse organic and inorganic nano- and microspheres.

The company was founded in 1997 by chemist Dr. Karl-Heinz Lerche to meet the growing global demand for highly uniform microspheres. Since then, microParticles GmbH has combined scientific excellence with industrial scalability and has shaped the particle technology market through proprietary innovations and application-oriented developments.

Proven Expertise in Particle Technology

With nearly three decades of experience and a highly specialized team, microParticles GmbH offers deep expertise in:

  • Polymer chemistry
  • Microfabrication and particle synthesis
  • Functional surface modification
  • Custom particle design

Our portfolio includes a wide range of monodisperse polymer microspheres, engineered for maximum quality, reproducibility, and performance. Particle size, composition, and surface functionality can be precisely tailored to specific application requirements.

Reliable Partner for Industry and Research

microParticles GmbH serves customers worldwide, including organizations in the:

  • Chemical and pharmaceutical industries
  • Cosmetics and personal care
  • Medical diagnostics and life sciences
  • Particle measurement and calibration technology
  • Academic and non‑academic research

Our particles are used in research and development, quality control, diagnostics, and advanced industrial applications, where precision and reliability are of crucial importance.

Innovation, Quality, and Custom Solutions

As a leading research- and technology-oriented manufacturer, we combine scientific innovation, German engineering standards, and customer‑specific development. We support our partners from concept to scalable production, ensuring dependable supply and long‑term value.

microParticles GmbH stands for precision particles, tailored solutions, and trusted expertise in nano‑ and microspheres technology.

Mile stones of the company history:

1997
microParticles GmbH was founded – start of operations in microparticle development and production..
1998
microParticles GmbH launched a new class of highly monodisperse polymer particles based on melamine resin onto the market.
1999
We started the development of highly monodisperse silica, polystyrene and PMMA particles.
2000
The first fluorescent particles were designed.
2001
microParticles GmbH launched its first functionalized particles: PS-COOH.
2003
Our quality management system was audited by TÜV Rheinland and the company has been certified to DIN EN ISO 9001:2015.
2006
microParticles GmbH developed the process for the production of nanoscale paramagnetic polystyrene particles 300 nm to 1000 nm.
2008
Market launch of paramagnetic silicon dioxide and polystyrene particles.
2010
Development and market launch of superparamagnetic fluorescent particles.
2015
Start of development of highly monodisperse organosilica particles 50 nm to 50 µm.Silica particles
2022
LucyPlex platform for multiplex analysis on the flow cytometer is brought to market maturity.
2024
Market launch of new monodisperse silicon dioxide particles .up to 100 µm

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