RR Mechatronics
RR Mechatronics is a Dutch medical technology company specializing in hematology diagnostic instruments.
Profile
They make medical lab instruments that analyze blood samples for inflammation markers and red blood cell disorders.
RR Mechatronics is a Dutch medical technology company specializing in hematology diagnostic instruments. Founded over 35 years ago, the company has built a portfolio focused on erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) analyzers and red blood cell analysis tools. Their flagship Starrsed line of automated ESR instruments adheres to the Westergren gold standard method, with models ranging from small-capacity to high-throughput lab automation systems.
The company also manufactures the Lorrca ektacytometer for research use in analyzing red blood cell deformability, and Corrmi reagent preparation systems designed to reduce environmental waste. RR Mechatronics operates globally through a network of certified partners across 40 countries, serving clinical laboratories and research institutions. While financial specifics are not publicly disclosed, the company appears to be privately held and reinvesting in product development, as evidenced by their 2024 launch of the Starrsed NSTA and planned 2025 introduction of another instrument aimed at total lab automation integration. Their recent presence at ADLM 2025 (booth #1248) highlights continued focus on the clinical lab market.
Who buys this
- Hospital clinical laboratories
- Independent diagnostic testing facilities
- Academic medical research centers
- Blood bank testing facilities
- Biotechnology companies conducting hematology research
Strengths and what to watch
Strengths
- Specialization in Westergren method ESR analysis, considered the gold standard
- 35+ years of focused experience in hematology diagnostics
- Global service network across 40 countries with certified partners
Watch for
- Dependence on ESR testing market amid potential methodological shifts
- Research-use-only status of Lorrca limits clinical application
- Private ownership structure obscures financial health and R&D investment levels
Recent moves
Key Information
- Founded
- 1986
- Headquarters
- Hoorn, Netherlands
Frequently Asked Questions
What does RR Mechatronics specialize in?
RR Mechatronics specializes in hematology diagnostic instruments, focusing on ESR analyzers and red blood cell analysis tools. Their products include the Starrsed line for ESR testing and the Lorrca ektacytometer for research on red blood cell deformability.
What is the Starrsed line of instruments?
The Starrsed line by RR Mechatronics includes automated ESR analyzers that adhere to the Westergren gold standard method. These instruments range from small-capacity to high-throughput lab automation systems, designed for clinical laboratories and diagnostic facilities.
How does RR Mechatronics serve global customers?
RR Mechatronics operates globally through a network of certified partners across 40 countries. They provide hematology diagnostic instruments to hospital labs, independent testing facilities, academic research centers, blood banks, and biotech companies.
What is the Lorrca ektacytometer used for?
The Lorrca ektacytometer by RR Mechatronics is a research-use-only instrument designed to analyze red blood cell deformability. It supports hematology research in academic and biotech settings but is not intended for clinical diagnostics.
Who are RR Mechatronics' main customers?
RR Mechatronics primarily serves hospital clinical laboratories, independent diagnostic testing facilities, academic medical research centers, blood bank testing facilities, and biotechnology companies conducting hematology research.
What new products is RR Mechatronics launching in 2025?
In 2025, RR Mechatronics plans to introduce a new instrument aimed at total lab automation integration, following the 2024 launch of the Starrsed NSTA. These developments highlight their ongoing investment in hematology diagnostic technology.
Sources
- rrmechatronics.com — Product portfolio and company overview
- rrmechatronics.com — 2025 product launch and trade show participation
- rrmechatronics.com — ESR analyzer product details
- rrmechatronics.com — Lorrca research instrument specifications