Founded in the USA in the 1940s by Dr. Warren Gilson, Gilson® is a globally renowned manufacturer of precision liquid handling, purification, and extraction solutions. Operating from Middleton, Wisconsin, with major manufacturing facilities in France, the company is recognised worldwide for inventing the first continuously adjustable volume pipette. As the exclusive distributor for Australia and New Zealand, John Morris Group supplies this legendary instrumentation to local research facilities, ensuring that technical professionals have access to high-performance pipetting technology backed by dedicated regional support.

The product portfolio encompasses an extensive range of manual and electronic pipettes, including the iconic PIPETMAN® and automated liquid handling platforms like PIPETMAX®. We understand the exacting standards required in the Australian Laboratory sector, providing the technical guidance necessary to equip your facility with reliable, highly accurate dispensing tools. Whether outfitting a university teaching lab with Laboratory supplies and fixtures or scaling up a high-throughput diagnostic workflow, these instruments deliver robust, long-term reproducibility and uncompromising precision.

Technical Applications for Gilson in Australia

In life sciences, molecular biology, and clinical diagnostics, the accuracy of sample transfer directly determines the reliability of experimental data. Gilson pipettes address these rigorous requirements by providing consistent, reproducible volume delivery across diverse liquid types. For demanding applications involving viscous, volatile, or hazardous samples, integrating Manual single channel positive displacement pipetters, such as the MICROMAN® E, eliminates the air cushion to prevent contamination and volume errors. When processing high-throughput 96-well plates for PCR or ELISA assays, researchers can significantly reduce repetitive strain injury by utilising Electronic multichannel pipetters. To further protect sample integrity, pairing these instruments with genuine Filter tip pipette tips ensures aerosol-free transfers, safeguarding sensitive DNA or RNA amplifications from cross-contamination.

Why Source Gilson from John Morris Group?

• Legendary Pipetting Precision: The PIPETMAN and MyPIPETMAN series set the global standard for accuracy, offering robust, infinitely reusable designs with fully adjustable volumes and low pipetting forces.
• Positive Displacement Technology: The MICROMAN E utilises capillary pistons to provide 100 percent protection against aerosol contamination, ensuring precise delivery of highly viscous or volatile liquids.
• Accessible Automation: The PIPETMAX platform delivers walk-away automated liquid handling in a compact benchtop footprint, eliminating human error in complex qPCR and NGS library preparation workflows.
• Premium Consumables Integration: Instruments are supported by highly specified diamond-grade tips and exact-fit consumables manufactured in sterile clean-room conditions to guarantee assay integrity.
• Proven Innovation Heritage: Since inventing the continuously adjustable pipette in the 1970s, the brand has remained at the forefront of laboratory accuracy. Discover their complete capabilities on the official Gilson website.

As the exclusive regional partner, we support this premium portfolio locally with ISO 17025 accredited pipette calibration programs, preventative maintenance workshops, and dedicated technical service across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between air displacement and positive displacement pipettes?
Air displacement pipettes use an air cushion between the piston and the liquid, making them ideal for standard aqueous solutions. Positive displacement models use a disposable capillary piston that makes direct contact with the sample, ensuring accurate delivery of viscous, dense, or volatile liquids without aerosol formation.

Are the manual pipettes fully autoclavable?
Many models, such as specific versions within the PIPETMAN series, feature fully autoclavable lower parts or entire body assemblies. This allows laboratories to maintain strict sterility protocols and decontaminate the instruments safely without compromising calibration accuracy.

Can the automated liquid handling platforms fit inside a standard biological safety cabinet?
Yes, the PIPETMAX system is specifically designed with a compact benchtop footprint. This allows it to easily fit under standard fume hoods and biological safety cabinets, providing automated precision while keeping sensitive biological samples protected.

How often should these liquid handling instruments be calibrated?
For compliance with ISO 8655 standards, it is generally recommended that pipettes undergo professional calibration and preventative maintenance at least once every twelve months. Facilities working in highly regulated clinical or forensic environments may require more frequent six-month verification cycles.

Do I need to use specific tips with the electronic pipettes?
To guarantee the highest level of accuracy and precision, it is strongly recommended to use the manufacturer's genuine diamond-grade or filter tips. These are engineered to provide a perfect seal with the tip holder, preventing micro-leaks that can alter dispense volumes.

What local service and support programs are available in Australia?
As the exclusive distributor, we provide comprehensive local support including ISO 17025 accredited calibration, repair services, and routine maintenance programs. We also offer staff training workshops to ensure your team maintains optimal pipetting technique and instrument care.