Japanese precision for IVF culture and cryo-storage.
Astec has built equipment for IVF and life-science labs in Japan since 1978. Cell Orbit is their partner in the region for supply, installation, training and service.
Time-lapse · Flagship
Time-lapse incubator that follows every embryo without opening the drawer. Its Emboss Contrast imaging, developed with Nikon, shows sharp detail at every stage, with auto-focus and depth stacking.
Astec Image Intelligence (AI) software records and analyses development, such as cleavage timing, so the embryologist can compare embryos at a glance.
The Astec range
Astec's most cost-effective time-lapse unit, and one of the most affordable on the market today. Nine separate chambers keep each patient's embryos undisturbed.
Running out of space? The EC10 offers more capacity in less space, so you can treat more cycles without expanding your lab. Each patient gets an independently controlled chamber, and up to three units stack on one stand.
Astec's long-trusted direct-heat incubators, in 30, 80 and 165 litres. SCA controls CO₂; SMA adds O₂ control for low-oxygen culture. IR or TC CO₂ sensors, a HEPA-filtered chamber, optional dry-heat sterilisation and a polished stainless-steel interior that comes apart without tools for easy cleaning. Stackable to save space, with a two-year warranty.
The Integrated Bio-Station and the SS-250 Smart Station: a warm, clean, protected workspace for handling eggs and embryos.
A complete range for cryo-storage: AS dewars, AR rack tanks supplied with vial boxes, AD dry shippers for safe transport, plus canisters and accessories. Light, strong aluminium construction with multi-layer insulation and a long-lasting high vacuum, for low nitrogen consumption and long hold times.
SureGrip dishes (4-well, 35 mm, 60 mm, centre-well and ICSI) and the EmbryoGrid. Their non-slip sides hold firmly in gloved hands, and they are made to fit Astec incubators perfectly.
