WILMINGTON – The Delaware State Chamber of Commerce (DSCC) and its affiliate, the Delaware Manufacturing Association (DMA), named Agilent Technologies’ Resolve handheld Raman spectrometer as 2025’s Coolest Thing Made in Delaware.
This contest, in its second year, served to highlight Delaware’s vibrant and diverse manufacturing industry and promote the sector as a top career path. Structured in a bracket format, the competition featured 51 products from 44 companies across the First State. The competition was narrowed down through public online voting, starting with the Top 16, then the Top 8, and finally the Top 4. The winner was given a custom-made metal trophy presented by Delaware State Chamber President Michael J. Quaranta, Senator Eric Buckson, and Senator Spiros Mantzavinos—who represents the district in which Agilent Technologies resides.
Founded in 1999, Agilent Technologies is a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied markets, recognized for advancing quality of life through technology and scientific innovation. With a presence in 110 countries and approximately 18,000 employees, Agilent delivers precise instruments, software, and services that drive accurate research outcomes and improve patient diagnostics.
One of these products is the Resolve handheld Raman spectrometer, which uses spatially offset Raman spectroscopy to identify substances through barriers like packaging or containers. It plays a critical role in assisting emergency responders in detecting hazardous materials, narcotics, explosives, and chemical warfare agents with speed and accuracy.
“While Delaware’s population is aging, I think this award symbolizes the importance that manufacturing has in retaining our young workforce,” Adam Blackford, associate vice president at Agilent Technologies, said in a press release. “We are humbled and grateful to be recognized as this year’s Coolest Thing Made in Delaware. More importantly though, we are grateful for all the manufacturers who participated in the competition and highlighted just how cool it is do to business in Delaware.”
Agilent Technologies brings Delaware-made products to the global stage—shipping 70% of the world’s gas-based spectrometers and supplying technology to 265,000 labs worldwide. With a history of investing and expanding locally, their commitment to Delaware’s manufacturing community is clear.
“Congratulations to Agilent Technologies for being voted this year’s Coolest Thing Made in Delaware. The Resolve handheld Raman spectrometer is a great example of the cutting-edge products coming out of our state, giving emergency responders a fast, reliable way to identify hazardous materials,” Quaranta said. “Agilent’s commitment and support of Delaware’s manufacturing workforce make them a deserving winner of this recognition.”
