Gilson : What floorutions for the manipulation of liquids and sample preparation?

Since 1957, Gilson has been designing benchmark liquid handling and sample preparation solutions for laboratories. From the iconic PIPETMAN to automation and purification platforms, the brand supports R&D and quality control across the life sciences, pharmaceutical, food and drink, and environmental testing sectors. Headquartered in Middleton (Wisconsin, USA) and firmly established across Europe, Gilson is recognised for its reliability, ergonomics and connected solutions that track and secure every pipetting step.

Pioneering since 1957

Founded in the United States in 1957, Gilson first built its reputation on precision instruments before transforming everyday laboratory work with the PIPETMAN – the icon of modern pipetting. Over the decades, the brand has extended its expertise to automated purification and extraction, while strengthening its global footprint through local teams across Europe and beyond. True to its values – precision, robustness, service – Gilson invests in ergonomics, quality and data traceability. The rise of its connected solutions says it all: turning a lab action into a controlled, reproducible and compliant process, in the service of safer, faster science.

Expertise and areas of specialisation

At the core of Gilson expertise: liquid handling and high-precision sample preparation. At the bench, its manual and electronic pipettes—notably PIPETMAN and PIPETMAN M—deliver ergonomics, accuracy and repeatability, compliant with ISO 8655. For challenging liquids (viscous, volatile), positive displacement pipettes such as MICROMAN E ensure accurate volume delivery. Paired with PIPETMAN DIAMOND tips (filtered, sterile, RNase/DNase-free options), they cover the needs of molecular biology, from cell culture through to pharmaceutical QC.

On the automation front, Gilson offers compact platforms like PIPETMAX to standardise pipetting and reduce inter-operator variability, as well as PLATEMASTER for high-throughput multiwell transfer.

The brand also stands out with its connected solutions TRACKMAN Connected, PIPETMAN M Connected that guide protocols, record critical steps and streamline auditing. On quality, production is governed by an ISO 9001 system and batch-by-batch checks of consumables. Refill formats/reusable racks help cut plastic waste. Result: an end-to-end workflow, from tip to data, for academic research, biotech, food & beverage, environmental testing and industrial quality control.

Gilson products distributed by Dutscher

Frequently asked questions about the Gilson brand

Where are Gilson instruments designed?
Gilson is a US-based company (headquarters in Middleton, Wisconsin) with a strong presence across Europe. Design and manufacturing are organised by product family. Pipette tips and micropipettes are made in France.

Are Gilson pipettes compliant with standards?
Yes. The pipettes are engineered to meet ISO 8655. Sterile tips are certified RNase/DNase-free and pyrogen-free, depending on the reference.

Do they offer automation solutions?
Yes: PIPETMAX for automated pipetting, ASPEC for SPE (solid-phase extraction), and purification systems with fraction collection and software control.

How can tip waste be reduced?
Gilson offers refills and reusable racks to cut down on single-use plastics, without compromising cleanliness or performance. Gilson is also a partner in our rack recycling programme.

Are Gilson solutions connected?
Yes. TRACKMAN Connected and PIPETMAN M Connected guide protocols, log steps, and secure critical data for audit and compliance.

Is a maintenance/calibration service available?
Yes. Maintenance and calibration services are available through Gilson and its partners, to maintain pipette accuracy and compliance.