About Leica Microsystems

Leica Microsystems, a Danaher company, provides integrated imaging and analysis solutions that enable the generation of insight from complex imaging to support faster, informed decisions across life science, medical, and industrial applications. Guided by our purpose to reveal what is invisible, we partner with customers to turn this insight into impact, contributing to a better and healthier world.

Our portfolio spans workflows from sample preparation to AI-enabled analysis, built on more than 175 years of microscopy experience and a culture of continuous improvement, customer focus, and innovation.

Headquartered in Wetzlar, Germany, we operate globally with manufacturing and development sites and serve customers in more than 100 countries.

Leica Microsystems is proud to be part of Danaher

Leica Microsystems is proud to be part of Danaher, a global life sciences and diagnostics innovator committed to accelerating the power of science and technology to improve human health.

As part of Danaher, Leica Microsystems is connected to a uniquely broad ecosystem of expertise, technologies, and capabilities. Together, we partner closely with customers to help solve their toughest challenges with greater speed and certainty.

Powered by the Danaher Business System, our advanced science and technology and proven ability to innovate help enable faster, more accurate diagnoses and reduce the time, cost, and risk required to discover, develop, and deliver life-changing therapies. Through continuous improvement and operational excellence, our approximately 60,000 associates worldwide are focused on delivering lasting impact and improving quality of life around the world, while building a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow.

Product Portfolio

Users of Leica Microsystems’ instruments and services can be found in both clinical and life science research, several surgical specializations, disciplines associated with material sciences, the manufacturing industry, and forensics services as well as in classrooms around the world. Instruments and workflow solutions for electron microscopy sample preparation for life sciences and industrial applications alike complete the company’s product portfolio.

Leica Microsystems has six major plants and product development sites located in Wetzlar and Mannheim (Germany), Vienna (Austria), Heerbrugg (Switzerland), Durham (USA), and Singapore. The company is represented in over 100 countries, has sales and service organizations in 20 countries, and an international network of distribution partners. Its headquarters are located in Wetzlar, Germany.

We Operate Internationally in Three Areas

Life Science Research

Leica Microsystems’ Life Science area supports the imaging needs of the scientific community with advanced innovation and technical expertise for the visualization, measurement and analysis of microstructures. Our strong focus on understanding scientific applications puts Leica Microsystems’ customers at the leading edge of science. 

Industrial Microscopy

The Industrial Microscopy area focus is to support customers’ pursuit of the highest quality end result by providing the best and most innovative imaging systems for their needs to see, measure and analyze the microstructures in routine and research industrial applications, in materials science and quality control, in forensic science investigations, and educational applications.

Medical Specialties

The Leica Microsystems Medical area focus is to partner with and support micro-surgeons and their care of patients with the highest-quality, most innovative surgical microscope technology today and into the future. 

Environmental stewardship: Plant growing

Our Commitment to Sustainability

At Leica Microsystems, we believe in the power of science and innovation to build a more sustainable future. Our sustainability strategy is built on three core pillars: Innovating for a Better World, Caring for Our People, and Protecting Our Planet. By integrating these principles into our business practices, we drive progress and create a positive impact on society and the environment.

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Social Networks

Staying connected with our communities around the world is important for us at Leica Microsystems. Follow us on our social platforms to stay up-to-date about news, product information and all things related to microscopy and scientific breakthroughs.

Products with Former Brand Names

Leica Microsystems has a rich heritage in several prestigious brand names with a long tradition, including Leitz, Wild, Cambridge Instruments, Reichert-Jung and American Optical.

Many of the older instruments are still in use in labs all over the world.

As spare parts availability allows, Leica Microsystems is pleased to offer service, repair and maintenance for these instruments with the same care as current products are serviced.

Please contact your local Leica Microsystems Representative for details.

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