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Designers: Held+Team and NEW2025, Hamburg, Germany
Manufacturer: Mettler Toledo AG, Greifensee, Switzerland

This portable, stain-free cell counter is designed for automated cell counting and viability assessment, suitable for use even under laboratory hoods. The device features a super-compact, robust construction optimised for space-saving deployment in demanding lab environments. Its modular design allows for easy cleaning, sensor access, and reliable maintenance.

An extra-large field of view enables high-precision results, while the wireless, one-click operation with an intuitive graphical user interface (GUI) ensures straightforward usability. All components are chemically resistant, and surfaces are engineered for easy disassembly and cleaning. The design incorporates clearly structured and tactually distinct handling areas, following Mettler Toledo’s Corporate Product Design principles: compact form, simplified interaction, hygienic surface treatment, and a high-precision aesthetic.