A pioneer in Total Laboratory Automation (TLA) since the 1980s, IDS designs and manufactures advanced automation solutions for clinical laboratories.
Today, we build flexible, customer-centric automation solutions that adapt to real laboratory workflows, helping laboratories improve efficiency, accuracy, and patient care without compromising future growth.
Founded in Kumamoto, Japan, we continue a tradition of precision and innovation.
Vendor-agnostic automation offering interoperability.
From sample reception to disposal, IDS manufactures modular automations.





Hospitals deliver better outcomes when diagnostics are predictable and precise. However, Implementing laboratory automation doesn’t have to mean added complexity.
IDS workcell automation enables laboratories to begin with targeted automation and progressively expand toward Total Laboratory Automation (TLA) as operational needs evolve.
This modular approach helps laboratories remain agile and adaptable, while keeping the focus on patient care.
When laboratories outgrow their current automation, flexibility becomes essential.
By establishing IDS transport and processing modules as a dedicated infrastructure layer, laboratories can evolve their systems on their own timeline. Independent of analyzer lifecycles. This provides greater control over technology roadmaps, preserves freedom in vendor selection, and supports efficient, uninterrupted operations.
With our deep engineering expertise in custom analyzer connectivity, we work closely with your selected IVD partners and laboratory stakeholders to accelerate integration and adoption of new testing technologies.
Our expertise in automation extends beyond the solutions we create for laboratories and IVD partners. It is embedded in the way we manufacture them. Through our automated manufacturing process, we ensure timely, high-quality, and scalable production that meets the highest standards of precision and consistency.
We are more than just an automation equipment manufacturer. With over 35 years of experience in delivering laboratory automation solutions globally, we are committed to go beyond to help laboratories of all sizes achieve their full potential with reliable, high-performance solutions tailored to their future needs.
Our news and articles