BMS : What instruments for the qPCR andthe automation of the pipetting?

BMS (Bio Molecular Systems) designs and manufactures qPCR and automation instruments in Australia that save time without compromising quality. Its Mic qPCR Cycler, ultra-compact, combines magnetic induction heating with 2- or 4-channel optical detection for fast, reproducible assays, including HRM. With the Myra pipetting robot, plate setup becomes reliable and standardised. Researchers, quality-control labs, and the food, environmental, pharmaceutical and veterinary sectors: BMS delivers the precision and simplicity labs expect day in, day out.

An Australian pioneer in compact qPCR

Founded in the early 2010s in Queensland, BMS brings together engineers and biologists united by a simple idea: to make qPCR more accessible, faster and more reliable. Their first answer, the Mic qPCR Cycler, uses magnetic induction heating technology that breaks with conventional thermocyclers and reduces the benchtop footprint. The brand then continued with regular software updates and 2- or 4-channel optical modules, before extending its know-how to sample preparation with Myra, a compact pipetting system with an integrated camera for precise alignment. Today, BMS supplies its solutions internationally via a network of partners, whilst retaining design and assembly in Australia.

Expertise and areas of specialisation

At the technological core of BMS is the Mic qPCR Cycler (48-well, 0.1 mL) with magnetic induction heating. This principle delivers outstanding thermal uniformity and fast ramp rates, underpinning repeatability both well-to-well and instrument-to-instrument. Two- or four-channel detection modules cover the key applications: gene expression, genotyping, absolute/relative quantification, pathogen detection and HRM for variant screening. Mic software provides guided plate setup, automatic curve analysis, multi-instrument management and results export for laboratory traceability.

To secure sample preparation, BMS offers Myra, a compact pipetting robot with an integrated camera for auto-calibration of positions and visual verification. It automates serial dilutions, master mix dispensing and qPCR plate setup, reducing manual errors and operator variability. The software interface links experimental design to execution, from plate layout through to launch on Mic.

On the consumables side, BMS supplies 0.1 mL tubes, strips and optical seals validated for Mic, ensuring tight sealing, optical compatibility and consistent results. Depending on the configuration, RUO and CE-IVD versions are available to meet regulatory requirements. This end-to-end approach — instrument, automation, consumables and software — makes BMS a smart choice for R&D, quality control and applied testing laboratories.

BMS products distributed by Dutscher

Frequently asked questions about the BMS brand

What sets BMS’s Mic qPCR Cycler apart from conventional qPCR thermocyclers (speed, thermal uniformity, bench footprint)?
Its magnetic induction heating delivers fast ramp rates and outstanding thermal uniformity in an ultra-compact 48-well format, for reproducible day-to-day results.

Is Mic available in multichannel versions and can it perform HRM analyses for genetic variant screening or quality control?
Yes. 2- or 4-channel detection modules are available, and HRM configurations enable high-resolution melt profiles. See the models listed by Dutscher.

Which consumables are recommended to ensure optical performance and seal integrity during qPCR runs on BMS’s Mic?
BMS validates 0.1 mL tubes, strips and optical caps/films specified for Mic. Using the recommended plastics optimises uniformity, signal and reproducibility.

Does the Myra pipetting robot integrate with Mic to automate plate setup and reduce operator variability?
Yes. Myra automates dilutions and dispensing, with a built-in camera for auto-calibration, and a software workflow linked to Mic for a smooth, standardised handover.

Is the Mic qPCR Cycler intended for research only, or are configurations certified for IVD use in Europe?
By default, it is RUO. Depending on configuration, CE-IVD versions are available. Check part numbers and the required regulatory use with Dutscher.

What are the maintenance and warranty terms for BMS instruments distributed by Dutscher, and how are software updates handled?
The instruments require little maintenance and receive regular software updates. Warranty and support are provided by Dutscher in partnership with BMS.