Microfluidic device design, development and manufacture for lab on chip applications


	Dolomite... delivering effective solutions... At Dolomite, in-house microfabrication facilities allow rapid prototyping of microfluidic devices along with the ability to ramp up to volume manufacture. Custom devices can be fabricated from a drawing or mask design, with prototype turnaround in 2-4 weeks. If you have a new microfluidics project or device design that you would like to discuss with us, please do not hestitate to get in touch.






	We can provide: Fabrication in glass, fuzed silica or plastic Thin glass layers for confocal microscopy (100micron) Thick glass layers for robustness (30mm) Multiple glass layers for higher throughput Glass / membrane / glass chips Micro-well plates and flow cells Metal features and surface modified channels We can also provide additional services such as inspection and fluidic testing and the development of fluidic and electrical interconnects. For some of our customers we also undertake modelling of the microfluidic device performance including, fluid and heat flow, diffusion effects and reaction kinetics.
	Our capability to undertake traditional precision glass processing techniques such as mechanical and optical polishing, grinding, cutting and dicing allows us to extend the range of geometries that are possible.	Key to the development of our microfluidic devices is the use of microfabrication techniques capable of creating microchannels and complex structures in glass. The key fabrication processes are photolithography, wet etching of microchannel structures, micro-drilling of fluid ports and thermal bonding. Micro-moulding techniques using a structured glass master can be used to replicate the structured glass device in plastic for applications requiring a low cost disposable part.
	...and making connections... Connecting microfluidic devices to macro-scale systems presents many challenges. If these are not addressed well, the benefits of working within the microfluidic regime may be compromised. To help ensure success, we can provide fluidic interconnects with: Quick connection and release High pressure capability Excellent chemical and heat resistance Low internal volume Chip-to-chip connections We also have experience of integrating supporting modules, such as pumps, valves, thermal control systems and detectors with microfluidic devices. This integrated microfluidic platform can be specifically engineered to perform a small number of jobs efficiently and reliably to provide a 'microfluidic engine', with clear interfaces, that can be embedded into an instrument. Click here - to read about our new microfluidic edge connector.
		Get in touch... If you have a new project that you think might benefit from the application of microfluidics, please do not hesitate to get in touch. One of our engineers or scientists will be happy to discuss your project and explore how we can work with you to help get your idea off the drawing board and into production. Contact Us