Re: [DIYbio] Why are PCR machines and biotech equipment in general so expensive

On 04/28/2017 06:55 AM, Ujjwal Thaakar wrote:
> Now I'm trying to figure out the business opportunity.

Evil Mad Science Labs is a good example of the business opportunity involved.
the education buyers are very important, and the volumes are low.
Any new innovation that meshes well with lab automation could be more of a hit.

Costs such as safety testing and certification are required as well as
molded parts tooling costs above the 1000's/year volume.

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