# Columbus Instruments: Biodegradability & Sustainability

- **Website:** <https://colinst.com>
- **Primary alias:** `colinst.com`

## Description

Columbus Instruments is a private manufacturer based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in instruments for monitoring behavior and physiology in laboratory animals. They also offer instruments for environmental research. With over 70 products, Columbus Instruments is recognized for its Oxymax line of gas analyzers, Comprehensive Lab Animal Monitoring System (CLAMS), respirometers, activity monitors, grip strength meters, Rotarods, and rodent treadmills. The company sells its products worldwide, both directly and through private foreign representatives. Founded by Dr. Jan Czekajewski, Columbus Instruments initially focused on pre-clinical research applications after larger companies dominated the human market. They gained renown for their cardiac output computers and activity monitors, which paved the way for standardized tests measuring locomotor activity and anxiety in rodents. Over the years, Columbus Instruments expanded its catalog, introducing the Oxymax Indirect Calorimeter for measuring basic metabolism and developing the Micro-Oxymax Respirometer to aid research on oil-contaminated samples. The Oxymax-CLAMS system has become the premier choice for rodent metabolism research in pharmaceutical companies and universities. Overall, Columbus Instruments is renowned for its expertise in the field and commitment to advancing scientific research. For more information, please contact Columbus Instruments at 950 N. Hague Ave, Columbus, OH 43204, USA.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Biology _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/columbus-instruments-eu)

## Logos & icons

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## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Niagara | #0db1ac | accent |
| Blue Whale | #042c47 | dark |
| Morning Glory | #99ddd9 | light |

## Fonts

- Poppins — asset _(google)_
- Arial — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

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