Automated Tissue Grinder & Homogeniser

3CR Bio's high-throughput tissue homogeniser rapidly disrupts plant, animal and microbial samples. The PCR Turbo Grinder's vertical vibration processes up to 6 x 96-well plates with precision, speed and reliability.

High-Throughput Tissue Homogeniser

The Turbo Grinder is a  high-throughput tissue homogeniser designed for fast and even disruption of a wide range of biological samples. Using high-speed vertical vibration and bead-based grinding, it processes up to 576 samples simultaneously—delivering consistent, contamination-free results. Ideal for molecular biology, genomics, and biochemical research, it combines performance, reliability, and user-friendly operation. Such consistency is essential for downstream automated pipetting systems, which rely on uniform sample quality to ensure accurate reaction setup in high-throughput applications. By standardising sample disruption across hundreds of wells, the system generates a uniform starting material for accurate high-throughput PCR analysis.

Key features of our automated tissue grinder

Powerful and Uniform Sample Grinding

High Throughput

Wide Sample Compatibility

User-Friendly Touchscreen Control and Programming

Low Noise, High Stability

Quick and Secure Loading

PCR Turbo Grinder

The Turbo Grinder is a high-performance automated tissue grinder and tissue homogeniser designed for reliable, large-scale sample preparation. It is capable of efficiently homogenising plant tissues (roots, stems, leaves), seeds, animal tissues (muscles, fur, bones), bacteria, fungi, and other biological materials.

Using stainless steel, high-density glass, or zirconia beads, it applies intense mechanical shear force to break samples into individual cells or small fragments. The system’s high-frequency vibrating vertical plate drives samples in a two-dimensional motion, causing the grinding media to deliver high-frequency impacts and compression—resulting in rapid and even disruption. Such uniform disruption across hundreds of wells is essential for high-throughput PCR workflows, where reproducibility and consistency directly influence data quality and decision making.

  • High Throughput: Up to 576 samples (6 × 96 deep-well plates) simultaneously
  • Versatile Grinding Media: Stainless steel, high-density glass, or zirconia beads
  • Efficient Motion: High-frequency two-dimensional vibration
  • Smart Control: 7-inch adjustable touchscreen interface
  • Flexible Programming: Stores up to 20 customisable grinding programs
  • Adjustable Parameters: Frequency, run time, grinding cycles, delay time
  • Multi-Mode Processing: Suitable for dry, wet and cryogenic homogenisation

SAMPLE PREPARATION

  1. Cut samples into small pieces and place into 2.0 mL deep-well plates.
  2. Add two 4 mm steel or zirconia beads to each well.
  3. Select processing mode:
    • Dry Grinding: For dry plant material such as leaves.
    • Wet Grinding: Add lysis buffer or treatment solution.
    • Freeze Grinding: Pre-freeze plates in liquid nitrogen before grinding.

PRODUCT SUPPORT

Our instruments are built for peak performance, durability and exceptional reliability. To ensure they continue operating at their best, we offer a range of support services – available whenever you need them.

SPARES & SUPPORT KIT

Maximise performance with tailored training and a Spares & Support Kit, designed to keep your instrument running smoothly. With first-line remote engineer access and essential spare parts, you can perform routine maintenance as required. Plus, benefit from cost savings with an exclusive discount on your Annual Contract.

ON-SITE ENGINEER SUPPORT

For advanced assistance, our expert engineers provide on-site support to keep your instrument performing at its best. With industry-leading service and rapid response times, we help you maintain efficiency and reliability when it matters most.

CONSUMABLES FOR THIS PRODUCT

96 Deep-Well Plates 2 ml for Extraction Robots

Durable, chemical-resistant 96 deep-well plates (2 mL) for extraction robots. Ensure reliable storage, processing and reproducible results in automated DNA workflows.

Racked Sample Tubes 2D and 3D

Sterile, nuclease-free 2D and 3D barcoded tubes for precise sample tracking, secure storage, and automated handling in high-throughput labs.

BASIC AND ADVANCED LEAF CUTTING TOOL

Durable leaf punch tools for fast, precise sampling in the field. Designed for use with the 3CR Leaf Sample Collection Kit.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Up to 576 samples (6 × 96 deep-well plates) in a single run.

Yes—it’s suitable for plant tissues, seeds, animal tissues, bacteria, fungi, and more.

Grinding Frequency; Grinding Time; Grinding Cycles; Interruption Time.

Up to 20 customizable grinding programs can be saved and recalled.

No—its sealed grinding system and bead-based disruption ensure clean, contamination-free processing.

Stainless steel, high-density glass, or zirconia beads are all compatible.

End-to-end genotyping solutions

Unlock the full spectrum of genotyping possibilities with our comprehensive, modular range of instruments. Explore our end-to-end genotyping solutions and discover the perfect fit for your laboratory, ensuring efficiency and accuracy at every step.

LOW

WORKFLOW SOLUTIONS

Entry level genotyping lab workflow with manual dispensing into PCR plates run on standard Peltier thermal cycling instruments.

  • Manual pipetting

    Multi-channel pipette manual liquid handling plus Peltier PCR block cycling.

  • GeneScanner:

    High-speed PCR plate fluorescence scanning.

Medium

WORKFLOW SOLUTIONS

Balanced solution offering moderate capacity and speed, perfect for mid-sized labs with growing demands.

  • MagC 9600:

    Single plate automated extraction

  • Manual pipetting

    Multi-channel pipette manual liquid handling

  • GeneCycler:

    High-throughput water bath thermal cycler.

  • GeneScanner:

    High-speed PCR plate fluorescence scanning.

High

WORKFLOW SOLUTIONS

High-efficiency genotyping for larger labs, providing fast and reliable results with significant sample volumes.

Ultra High

WORKFLOW SOLUTIONS

Top-tier solution designed for extensive genotyping projects, ensuring maximum productivity and rapid data generation.

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MEET OUR TEAM

Steve AsquithManaging Director
Steve began his career in the Genetics Division of GlaxoSmithKline, as part of the team establishing GSK’s high-throughput core genotyping laboratory. Steve joined KBioscience when it was first founded in 2002 and was a key driver in taking the company from a small start-up to a multi-national service laboratory, quickly growing the company’s revenue to over $7.5M p.a. Following the acquisition of Kbioscience by LGC in 2011, Steve was appointed Global Director of Operations for LGC Genomics, responsible for over 100 staff in Europe and N. America, successfully elevating the genotyping products and service business. Steve held a crucial leadership role until he left in 2016. In 2017 Steve joined forces with John Holme to create 3CR Bioscience, a new company with a mission to deliver outstanding, customer-focused genotyping products with innovation and affordability at its core.
Dr. John HolmeTechnical Director

John joined KBioscience shortly after it was founded, in 2003, and became Head of Technical Development, building the company’s genotyping and DNA extraction product portfolio and service delivery until 2011 when it was acquired by LGC. Post-acquisition, John was appointed Head of Technical Group for LGC Genomics, in charge of all Research & Development and Technical Support activities for the company. In this role John continued to build on the high-quality products and services provided to the companies growing customer base.

During the 19 years John has worked in commercial R&D, he has co-invented numerous highly successful products including PACE®, ProbeSure, KASP™, KlearKall, KlearGene, KlearAmp and KlearTaq™, creating breakthrough offerings in genotyping and extraction and generating huge revenues for the companies he has worked in. In 2017, he joined forces with Steve Asquith and started 3CR Bioscience. John is dedicated to developing outstanding, innovative genotyping products and providing the very best technical support to customers globally.

Dr. Nisha JainOperations Director

Nisha has been innovating since the start of her career at Geneform Technologies developing Iso-thermal Genotyping Technologies. Nisha joined KBioscience in 2008, as Senior R&D Scientist and key account Technical Support Scientist, developing KASP and Klearkall performance and coinventing two further versions of KASP.

Nisha has more than 15 years’ experience working in molecular biology and genotyping technologies, with extensive experience in the areas of R&D, Quality Assurance and Customer Technical Support. She has technically assisted many giants of the industry with their protocol development and troubleshooting and continues to deliver high-quality support and guidance. In 2018, Nisha joined 3CR Bioscience as Operations Director where she continues to develop PACE and ProbeSure for an increasing range of applications, and to grow 3CR Bioscience’s new product pipeline. Nisha is dedicated to developing outstanding, innovative genotyping products and providing the very best technical support to customers globally.

Nazma SaffinGeneral Manager
For 20 years Nazma Saffin has worked and gained extensive expertise within the genotyping sector. Working at Kbioscience and then LGC, she has held operational leadership posts responsible for manufacturing and laboratory services. With experience of ISO 9001 implementation, production scale up and LEAN operations, Nazma has successfully led highly profitable production departments. Joining 3CR Bioscience in 2022, Nazma is committed to delivering operational excellence.
Greig PollandAutomation and Support Manager

Greig is a hands-on automation specialist and team leader with a strong background in laboratory and industrial automation. He has spent over 25 years developing, installing, and supporting automated systems that transformed laboratory workflows. During this time, Greig worked closely with scientists and engineers to tailor automation solutions for genotyping and molecular biology, an experience that sparked his lasting passion for combining technology with practical science.

Since then, Greig has built on that foundation through leadership roles where he leads automation and support operations. He’s known for being approachable, commercially minded, and deeply committed to helping teams and customers get the best from their technology.

Whether managing a complex automation rollout or helping a customer troubleshoot in real time, Greig brings a thoughtful, collaborative approach that keeps people ,not just machines, at the centre of what he does.