Design and prototyping
for scientific tools.

We are a small design and machine shop based in Tucson, Arizona. We specialize in prototype machining, refining and proving processes, and bringing small batch equipment to market. With design, engineering, and manufacture under one roof, we are a one-stop shop for maturing your R&D into manufacturable, tested, and refined tools.

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Who we work with

We work with groups large and small, near and far, technical and creative.

Adler Plantarium, Chicago IL
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Adler Planetarium
Chicago IL

Fleet Science Center
San Diego CA

Tellart
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

University of Arizona
Tucson AZ

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Google

Hummingbird Conservation Networks
Patagonia AZ

Google
London, UK

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Mountain View CA

What we do

Research

We investigate real-world problems to identify clear, practical solutions.

Working closely with you, we dive into your field to fully understand your challenges and objectives.

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Design

We create simple solutions to complex, technical challenges.

Prototyping and testing drive our process, ensuring solutions that are effective, robust, and beautiful.

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Manufacture

We build every product in-house to demanding technical and aesthetic standards.

Our in-house production lets us experiment and adapt quickly, delivering tools built to perform and explore.

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Partner

For labs, we offer a pathway to recoup R&D costs.

You test and refine a tool with us, and we bring it to market—sharing royalties with you for your expertise.

Get in touch

We would love to hear what you are working on, and see how we might be able to help you solve a problem you are currently thinking about.

Feel free to reach out to us at hello@limnresearch.com, or
call us at +1 520 488 1088.

If you’re in Tucson, we welcome you to visit our facility at 1250 S 4th Ave, Ste 150.
Please call ahead.