Spectroscopic and Analytical Developments Ltd fingerprints brand spirits with ultraviolet spectrophotometry

Abstract

Purpose

To review the innovative products of a particular UK company.

Design/methodology/approach

Looks at the history and philosophy of the company, the design and advantages of their brand authenticator product, and then presents their latest spectrophotometric instruments.

Findings

Starting in the field of miniature spectrophotometers, which soon became very competitive, the company found a niche market and developed an instrument well‐suited to that market. Their latest products build on that success.

Originality/value

An encouraging report for technologists and entrepreneurs.

Citation

Connolly, C. (2006), "Spectroscopic and Analytical Developments Ltd fingerprints brand spirits with ultraviolet spectrophotometry", Sensor Review, Vol. 26 No. 2, pp. 94-97. https://doi.org/10.1108/02602280610652659