Prior Scientific Instruments GmbH

Prior Scientific Instruments GmbH is a production and service company based in Jena, Germany, founded in 1919. It manufactures customer-oriented solutions for laboratory automation, microscopy, and measurement technology, with core competencies in optics, precision mechanics, and micro- and nanopositioning. The company develops and produces high-precision positioning systems, Z-Drives, optical systems, automation solutions, and components. It serves scientific measurement technology and device engineering firms as well as research institutions, drawing on more than 100 years of engineering experience. Prior also creates cost-effective OEM solutions and bespoke devices for applications including microscopy, biology, quality assurance, laser technology, blood analysis, wafer testing, and particle analysis.