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Minitube is the world-wide leading supplier of systems for the field of assisted animal reproduction. With our expansive range of products and services for artificial insemination, embryo transfer and associated biotechniques, we are able to effectively support our customers working in animal breeding, veterinary medicine and research around the globe. Our team of specialists are continually working for the further advancement and development of reproductive technologies.

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AndroScope is a compact mobile CASA system that is based on AndroVision®. It allows to analyze semen samples anywhere and to monitor semen motility and concentration at any point in the production, transport, and insemination process.

AndroVision® is flexible, versatile, precise and easy to use. 
This highly precise automated system for computerized semen analysis stands out for the integration of the classic CASA analysis with more advanced assays for sperm functionality. 
Concentration and motility, acrosome integrity, viability, mitochondrial activity and DNA integrity can be assessed fast and accurately.

Minitube presents the first and only system on the market for semi-automatic direct print on lab items. The MultiCoder is a unique and versatile device that prints on a whole range of items, such as semen straws, goblets and many more. With the MultiCoder you can create easily readable information even with little printable space, including text, barcodes, QR codes and logos. Professionalize your lab process with quick and easy machine-readable labeling of samples!

The GobletPacker provides an accurate and reliable solution for filling frozen 0.25 ml straws automatically into goblets in liquid nitrogen/nitrogen vapor. The processing speed of up to 100 straws per minute, combined with uninterrupted operation and parallel reloading of goblets provides unprecedented efficiency.

Automatic boar semen packaging and labeling machine.
The TwinPacker 2.0 is a compact and robust tabletop machine featuring a dual working cycle that processes two semen tubes at a time.
Reliable, efficient, cost-effective: ideal solution for small and medium sized boar studs.

For highest efficiency in semen laboratories. Combine your filling and sealing machine MPP Quattro with the MiniJet printer for a perfect automatic integration of semen processing: filling, sealing and printing of straws in one system and one step.

Automatic filling, sealing and labeling machine for boar semen bags. 
Fills 1500 bags per hour with a filling accuracy of ± 1ml (twin filling mode). Unique modular set-up for low space requirement. Fully electric design; no need for compressor.

Prism10 is an ejaculate management system that integrates all ejaculate data and connects all processes from semen collection to reporting of production statistics. It stands out through its dynamic, intuitive user interface and flexible architecture. The product-centered approach allows for customized mapping of production processes. Comprehensive reporting with customizable templates and the production dashboard provide extensive management control options.

With the BoarMatic, Minitube has developed an efficient, improved technique of boar semen collection. The BoarMatic boar dummy is provided with an integrated mechanism for automatic semen collection. In combination with the US Bag®, boar semen can be collected efficiently under optimal hygienic conditions.

The innovation in semen laboratories: printing of straws without ink. Unmatched neat and clear printing on 0.5 and 0.25 ml straws. Up to 3 lines with a total of about 200 characters, even on MiniStraws. Printing of barcode signs, logos and specific characters. Immediately non-abrasive print. Easy handling, little maintenance required. Easy and quick conversion between different straw sizes.

SmartDispenser 2.0 – security and precision for semen dilution. The SmartDispenser 2.0 is a smart combination of devices (pump, balance and control unit with touch screen) that allows the highest possible dosage accuracy of extender in the boar semen laboratory.

QuickLock AI guns are designed to increase efficiency and success of artificial insemination. Consisting of stainless steel and sterilisable parts only, QuickLock guns' unique design ensures safe and centered straw alignment every time, preventing leakage. A safety catch prevents the plunger from sliding out, so the AI technician doesn't have to juggle keeping the plunger in place during preparation. With three different designs and multiple stylet colors available, there is a design that fits each technician's needs. 

Automatic filling and sealing machine for 0.25 and 0.5 ml straws. Seals and fills 1 straw per cycle (ideal for handling small volumes). Sealing performed by ultrasound. Conversion between 0.25 ml straws and 0.5 ml straws without exchanging any parts and within only a few minutes. Very compact device which takes up little space.

Minitube semen bags are made from an innovative multilayer plastic foil and 100% sperm-safe. It is the first plastic foil used in the production of semen bags which is entirely free from any adhesive. Minitube‘s bags are made from an innovative foil where the adhesive has been replaced by a completely sperm friendly layer. Stay safe - use the entirely adhesive free Minitube semen bags!

With the artificial insemination training cow „Henryetta“, the future of AI training has advanced to a new level. The most realistic training device in the market replicates a cows gynaecological tract so that artificial insemination can be practised in safe and convenient environment. 
Henryetta provides an innovative approach to AI training that has been shown to sigificantly improve technician performance.

The HyPacker offers the highest capacity among the Minitube filling machines and is the ideal solution, when large quantities of tubes need to be filled, sealed and labelled in a short time. Due to its robust industrial design, the HyPacker needs very low maintenance, meets highest hygiene requirements and guarantees ergonomic operation.

The MiniBSP is a fully automatic packaging machine for boar semen. It can be used as a stand-alone device or in combination with lab management software. The filling technology of the MiniBSP guarantees sperm friendly dispensing of single and pooled ejaculates. All functions are controlled and monitored by the integrated system control. The MiniBSP is equipped with elaborate construction details that guarantee best observation ability, optimal machine operation and minimum maintenance.

Ein sauberer Katheter und ein hygienischer Besamungsvorgang verhindern den Eintrag von Mikroorganismen wie Bakterien und Viren in die Gebärmutter und sind daher von entscheidender Bedeutung für die Tiergesundheit und damit den Besamungserfolg. Der sterilisierte, hygienisch verpackte Katheter, die Verwendung der Umhüllung als Schutzfolie zum Einführen und insbesondere der Verzicht auf zusätzliches Gleitgel, welches oft eine Quelle für bakterielle Verunreinigung darstellt, machen das SafeBlue-Konzept aus hygienischer Sicht so einzigartig für die Besamung.

With the manual boar semen dispenser you can easily process highly concentrated ejaculates or work with semen pools. Minitube’s semi-automatic packaging system is robust, easy to use and maintenance-free. It can perfectly be adjusted to your specific needs in boar semen processing.

The SFS is a semiautomatic filling and sealing machine for 0.25 ml or 0.5 ml semen straws. It fills and seals the straws in cycles of 6 by 6. Filling is achieved with a vacuum pump and sealing is done securely and hygienically with glass or metal sealing balls. Capacity: approx. 2000 straws per hour.

The innovation in straw freezing technology: Directed, horizontal liquid nitrogen vapour flow provides homogeneous and superior freezing results. The only freezer with directed horizontal nitrogen gas flow - all straws pass through identical freezing curves!

The superior quality of Minitube extenders is due to our strict quality control of all raw materials as well as of the end product. Each batch of components and each batch of extender produced is examined for purity and semen conservation properties. Production complies with the rigorous GMP standards.

Two pumps and a warming block are combined into one unit with durable casing for convenient oocyte aspiration. The device is used to aspirate follicular fluid from equine follicles and to inject medium into these follicles. Flushing can be done simultaneously or alternating with aspiration. The procedure of repeated flushing of follicles results in a substantial increase in recovery rates for equine oocytes.

The multi-functional video endoscope, CowScope, is designed for breeders, veterinarians, and AI technicians. It serves as a tool for reproduction management, bovine insemination, and training. Visual control makes artificial insemination easier and safer. Using the CowScope allows you to visualize the process of artificial insemination when training AI technicians and veterinary students. Quick and easy to set up, use, and clean.

The development of Beyond® marks a revolutionary new method to preserve stallion semen for up to two weeks post collection. More than just being a storage medium, Beyond® contains many high-grade ingredients that maintain the fertility of the sperm.