The company is a provider of life sciences services including genomics, cryogenic storage, automation, and informatics.

[3] Brooks acquired the German company Jenoptik-Infab GmbH, subsidiary of M+W Zander, in 1999 to incorporate its mini-environment technology for 300 mm wafer handling.

[7] In April 2012, Brooks Automation announced the Polycold Systems XC Cryochiller (a multi-purpose cooler) product line and set a new standard in the industry.

With the new production line put into use in vacuum and thermal management applications, it would greatly increase water vapor pumping speed and decrease the operating costs.

[17] Brooks Automation won the R&D 100 award (100 most technologically significant new products introduced) by R&D Magazine for its Model 830 Vacuum Quality Monitor (VQMTM).