Zomedica Completes Renovation & Upgrade of Manufacturing, Distribution, and R&D Center in Plymouth, Minnesota
Expanded cleanroom and improved distribution facilities enhance manufacturing capacity and shipping efficiencies
ANN ARBOR, MI / ACCESSWIRE / September 11, 2024 / Zomedica Corp. (NYSE American:ZOM) (“Zomedica” or the “Company”), a veterinary health company offering diagnostic and therapeutic products for equine and companion animals, is pleased to announce the completion of renovations at its 30,000-square-foot manufacturing, distribution, and research and development (R&D) facility in Plymouth, Minnesota.
Highlights of the renovation include:
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Expanded cleanroom for manufacturing operations
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Installation and validation of new automated line to produce TRUFORMA® consumable cartridges
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Improved distribution facilities for more efficient and streamlined shipping of TRUFORMA cartridges
“With the steady growth of our TRUFORMA product line, these facility renovations, and new automated production equipment have increased manufacturing capacity which we believe will meet increasing demand for TRUFORMA cartridges for years to come,” stated Larry Heaton, Zomedica’s Chief Executive Officer. “This latest upgrade strengthens our ability to meet rising customer demand while continuing to develop our expanding assay portfolio.”
“This renovation is an important step in keeping us positioned for success,” stated Tony Blair, Zomedica’s Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. “I am pleased to share that we have completed all our necessary testing and validation, and customer cartridges are now being produced on our automated cartridge line. The new state-of-the-art TRUFORMA cartridge line can produce up to one million cartridges annually and will drive new levels of efficiencies in addition to significantly bolstering our manufacturing capacity. We remain dedicated to expanding our manufacturing and distribution capabilities to deliver the high-quality products our customers deserve.”
The TRUFORMA diagnostic platform utilizes Qorvo Inc.’s proprietary Bulk Acoustic Wave (BAW) sensor technology, providing veterinarians with highly precise and sensitive diagnostic measurements. The TRUFORMA system offers an advantage over traditional optical-based technologies, enabling more accurate diagnosis and treatment of complex thyroid and adrenal conditions, canine non-infectious gastrointestinal disease, and equine Cushing’s disease. The system provides reference-lab quality results at the point of care, enhancing convenience and clinical decision-making.
About Zomedica
Zomedica is a leading equine and companion animal healthcare company dedicated to improving animal health by providing veterinarians innovative therapeutic and diagnostic solutions. Our gold standard PulseVet® shock wave system, which accelerates healing in musculoskeletal conditions, has transformed veterinary therapeutics. Our suite of products also includes the Assisi® Loop line of therapeutic devices and the TRUFORMA® diagnostic platform, the TRUVIEW™ digital cytology system, and the VetGuardian® no-touch monitoring system, all designed to empower veterinarians to provide top-tier care. In the aggregate, their total addressable market in the U.S. exceeds $2 billion. Headquartered in Michigan, Zomedica employs approximately 150 people and manufactures and distributes its products from its world-class facilities in Georgia and Minnesota. An NYSE American company, Zomedica grew revenue 33% in 2023 to $25 million and maintains a strong balance sheet with approximately $83 million in liquidity as of June 30, 2024. Zomedica is advancing its product offerings, leveraging strategic acquisitions, and expanding internationally as we work to enhance the quality of care for pets, increase pet parent satisfaction, and improve the workflow, cash flow and profitability of veterinary practices. For more information visit www.zomedica.com.
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