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Form of Non-Solicitation Agreement

 Exhibit 10.5 
 FORM OF 
 NON-SOLICITATION AGREEMENT 
 THIS NON-SOLICITATION AGREEMENT (the “Non-Solicitation Agreement”) is entered into by and between International Paper Company (together with its subsidiaries
and affiliates, “International Paper”), a New York corporation, and the undersigned employee of International Paper to protect the valuable competitive information and business relationships of International Paper. 
 1. Acknowledgements. I acknowledge and agree that: 
  

	 	a.	in the course and scope of my employment with International Paper, I have developed or will develop unique relationships with International Paper’s employees, customers and
suppliers; 

  

	 	b.	International Paper has provided or will provide me with unique knowledge and training about its Confidential Information. Confidential Information, as used in this Non-Solicitation
Agreement, includes, but is not limited to, any information possessed or owned by International Paper which is not generally known to the public, especially if such information gives International Paper a competitive advantage or its disclosure
would harm International Paper. It includes, but is not limited to, trade secrets, proprietary information and all other information documents or materials, owned, developed or possessed by International Paper or any employee of International Paper,
whether tangible or intangible, relating in any way to International Paper’s research and development, customers, prospective customers, business plans, business relationships, products or processes, costs or profit information or data from
which that information could be derived, human resources (including internal evaluations of the performance, capability and potential of any International Paper employee), business methods, databases and computer programs; and,

  

	 	c.	I am entering into this Non-Solicitation Agreement in conjunction with my participation in the International Paper [INSERT PLAN NAME] and that this provides adequate and significant
consideration for my willingness to enter into this Non-Solicitation Agreement. 

 2. Non-Solicitation of International Paper
Employees. During the term of my employment at International Paper and for twenty-four (24) months following the termination of my employment for any reason (the “Employee Non-Solicitation Period”), I agree that I will
not, either on my own behalf or on behalf of any other person or entity, directly or indirectly, hire, solicit, retain, or encourage to leave the employ of International Paper (or assist any other person or entity in hiring, soliciting, retaining or
encouraging) any person who is then or was within six (6) months of the date of such hiring, an employee of International Paper. 

 3. Non-Solicitation of International Paper Customers. During the term of my employment at
International Paper and for twelve (12) months following the termination of my employment for any reason (the “Customer Non-Solicitation Period”), in order to protect International Paper’s Confidential Information, I agree that I
will not, either on my own behalf or on behalf of any other person or entity, directly or indirectly, solicit, sell or assist anyone in the sale of or provide service relating to any of International Paper’s products or products similar to
those sold by International Paper to any person, company, firm, or corporation who is or was a customer of International Paper within one (1) year prior to the termination of my employment and with whom I, or those employees reporting to me,
had Material Contact during the last year of my employment. For the purpose of this Non-Solicitation Agreement, Material Contact shall be defined as personal contact or the supervision of the efforts of those who have direct personal contact with a
customer or potential customer. I agree not to solicit, sell or assist in the sale or provide service to any such customers on behalf of myself or any other person, firm, company, or corporation. 
 4. Confidentiality. I agree that at all times, both during and after my employment with International Paper, I shall not directly or indirectly use or
disclose any Confidential Information to any third person or entity outside International Paper, except (i) as may be necessary in the good faith performance of my duties for International Paper or (ii) as I may be required to disclose
under any applicable laws, regulations or directives of a governmental entity having jurisdiction in the matter or under subpoena or other process of law, provided that I shall promptly notify the Company in writing of any such requests for
disclosure. 
 5. Common Law Duties. I acknowledge and agree that I owe fiduciary and common law duties to International Paper, in
addition to the covenants set forth above, prohibiting the misuse or disclosure of trade secrets or confidential information and the unlawful interference with International Paper’s business and customer relationships. 
 6. Duty to Show Non-Solicitation Agreement to Prospective Employers. During my employment with International Paper and for twenty-four
(24) months thereafter, I shall, prior to accepting other employment, provide a copy of this Non-Solicitation Agreement to any recruiter who assists me in locating employment other than with International Paper and to any prospective employer
with which I discuss potential employment. 
 7. At-Will Employment. I acknowledge and agree that my employment with
International Paper is at-will and that both the Company and I retain the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason, with or without prior notice. Nothing in this Non-Solicitation Agreement shall be construed to
be a guarantee or promise of future employment of any duration. 
 8. Termination of Non-Solicitation Agreement. This Non-Solicitation
Agreement shall terminate only upon the mutual written agreement of the parties. 
  

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 9. Survival. The obligations contained in Paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 shall survive the termination of
this Non-Solicitation Agreement. In addition, the termination of this Non-Solicitation Agreement shall not affect any of the rights or obligations of either party arising prior to or at the time of termination of this Non-Solicitation Agreement, or
which may arise by any event causing the termination of this Non-Solicitation Agreement. 
 10. Waiver of Rights. If on one or more
instances either party fails to insist that the other party perform any of the terms of this Non-Solicitation Agreement, such failure shall not be construed as a waiver by such party of any past, present, or future right granted under this
Non-Solicitation Agreement; and the obligations of both parties under this Non-Solicitation Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. International Paper’s waiver, for whatever reason, of the terms of a non-solicitation agreement
between International Paper and any other employee shall not operate as a waiver or release of my obligations under the Non-Solicitation Agreement and may not be used as evidence of International Paper’s intent to waive any of the terms of this
Non-Solicitation Agreement. 
 11. Modification. This Non-Solicitation Agreement or any provision of it cannot be modified, abrogated or
waived except in a written document signed by the Senior Vice President of Human Resources of International Paper and the General Counsel or, in the event of the absence of either of these executives or the vacancy of either of these positions, such
other officer of International Paper as its Chief Executive Officer shall designate in writing. 
 12. Remedies. I acknowledge and agree
that compliance with Paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 of this Non-Solicitation Agreement is necessary to protect the business and goodwill of International Paper; and that a breach of Paragraphs 2, 3 or 4 will irreparably and continually damage International
Paper, for which money damages may not be adequate. 
  

	 	a.	I agree that, in the event that I breach or threaten to breach any of these covenants, International Paper shall be entitled to (i) a preliminary or permanent injunction in
order to prevent the continuation of such harm; (ii) money damages insofar as they can be determined; and (iii) any other damages permitted by applicable law. Nothing in this Non-Solicitation Agreement, however, shall be construed to
prohibit International Paper from also pursuing any other remedy, the parties having agreed that all remedies shall be cumulative. 

  

	 	b.	In addition to any money damages for the period of time during which I violate these covenants, International Paper shall be entitled also to recover the amount of any fees,
compensation, or other remuneration earned by me as a result of any such breach, as well as recovery of the consideration provided to me for entering into this Non-Solicitation Agreement. 

 13. Tolling Period of Restriction. I acknowledge and agree that in addition to the remedies International Paper may seek and obtain pursuant
to Paragraph 12, the Employee Non-Solicitation Period and/or Customer Non-Solicitation Period will be 

  

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extended by any and all periods in which I am found to have been in violation of the applicable covenant contained in Paragraphs 2 or 3 of this
Non-Solicitation Agreement. 
 14. Attorneys’ Fees. In the event of any dispute or controversy arising under this Non-Solicitation
Agreement, the prevailing party in any litigation or arbitration shall be entitled to recover from the other party the costs and expenses, including attorney’s fees, incurred by the prevailing party related solely to the dispute or controversy.

 15. No Defense. A claim by me against International Paper shall not constitute a defense to International Paper’s
enforcement of the restrictive covenants of this Non-Solicitation Agreement. 
 16. Severability. I acknowledge and agree that the
parties have attempted to limit my right to solicit only to the extent necessary to protect the legitimate interests of International Paper. If any provision or clause of this Non-Solicitation Agreement, or portion thereof, shall be held by any
court of competent jurisdiction to be illegal, void or unenforceable in such jurisdiction, the remainder of such provisions shall not thereby be affected and shall be given full effect, without regard to the invalid portion. It is the intention of
the parties and I agree, that if any court construes any provision or clause of this Non-Solicitation Agreement, or any portion thereof, to be illegal, void or unenforceable because of the duration of such provision or the area or matter covered
thereby, such court shall reduce the duration, area or matter of such provision and, in its reduced form, such provision shall then be enforceable and shall be enforced. 
 17. Governing Law/Jurisdiction. This Non-Solicitation Agreement shall be subject to and governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to its laws or regulations relating to
conflict of laws. I hereby consent to the jurisdiction of, and agree that any claim arising out of or relating to this Non-Solicitation Agreement may be brought in any federal court or any state court of Tennessee that has jurisdiction over such
matters. 
 18. Assignment. This Non-Solicitation Agreement and any rights thereunder may be assigned by International Paper and if so
assigned shall operate to protect the Confidential Information and relationships of International Paper as well as such information and relationships of the assignee. 
 19. Applicability. This Non-Solicitation Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties and their successors, assigns, executors, administrators and personal
representatives. 
  

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 20. Notice. Any notice to be given to me shall be sent by registered mail, certified mail or any
other method by which receipt can be confirmed to me at my last known residence address. Any notice to be given to International Paper shall be sent by registered mail, certified mail or any other method by which receipt can be confirmed to
International Paper at its offices at: 
 If to International Paper: 
 International Paper Company 
 6410 Poplar
Avenue 
 Memphis, TN 38197 
 Attn: Chief Counsel, Human Resources 
 If to Employee: the address shown at the end of this Non-Solicitation Agreement. 

Either party may change the address to which notices are to be sent by so notifying the other party in writing as set forth in this Non-Solicitation
Agreement. If mailed as provided in this Non-Solicitation Agreement, notice shall have been deemed to be given as of the date of mailing. 
 21.
Headings. The headings have been inserted for convenience only and are not to be considered when construing the provisions of this Non-Solicitation Agreement. 
 22. Opportunity to Review. I acknowledge and agree that International Paper is advising me that I may consult with an independent attorney before signing this Non-Solicitation Agreement.

 23. Complete Understanding. This Non-Solicitation Agreement constitutes the complete understanding between the parties
regarding this subject. This Non-Solicitation Agreement cancels and supercedes any previous agreement on this subject signed by me and International Paper prior to January 1, 2006. I acknowledge and agree that notwithstanding the foregoing,
this Non-Solicitation Agreement does not cancel or supercede any representations or agreements made by me in any Employee Agreement Concerning Inventions, Intellectual Property, Confidential Information and Conflict of Interest with International
Paper Company, and/or Assignment of Inventions and of Letters Patent agreement(s) with International Paper. 
  

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 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Non-Solicitation Agreement to be executed and delivered,
effective as of the date signed below by a duly authorized officer of International Paper. 
  

											
	Dated:	 	   	 	 	 	  
		 		 		 	Employee
				
		 	 	 	 	 	   
		 		 		 	Typed Name
				
		 	 	 	 	 	   
		 		 		 	Address
				
		 		 		 	International Paper Company
					
		 		 		 	By:	 	  
		 		 		 		 	Name:	 	J. N. Carter
		 		 		 		 	Title:	 	SVP, Human Resources
					
		 		 		 	By:	 	  
		 		 		 		 	Name:	 	Maura A. Smith
		 		 		 		 	Title:	 	SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

  

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 Exhibit 10.2 
 As of March 14, 2006 
 Harvard Bioscience, Inc. 
 84 October Hill Road 
 Holliston, MA 01746 
 Ladies and Gentlemen: 
 Reference is made to a revolving line of credit in the amount not to exceed $20,000,000 in the
aggregate (the “Line of Credit”) made available by Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. (“BBH”) as agent on behalf itself and Bank of America, N.A., f/k/a Fleet National Bank (“BA”) to Harvard Bioscience, Inc. (the
“Borrower”) pursuant to a Revolving Credit Loan Agreement by and among BBH, BA, and the Borrower and dated as of November 21, 2003 (the “Credit Agreement”). Obligations of the Borrower arising under the Line of Credit are
evidenced by two (2) Revolving Credit Notes, each in the principal amount of $10,000,000 dated as of November 21, 2003, one of which is executed by the Borrower in favor of BBH (the “BBH Revolving Note”), and the second of which
is executed by the Borrower in favor of BA (the “BA Revolving Note”). Capitalized terms not otherwise defined herein shall have the meaning ascribed to such terms in the Credit Agreement. 
 The Borrower’s obligations under the Credit Agreement, the BBH Revolving Note and the BA Revolving Note (the “Obligations”) are secured by, among other
collateral, Pledged Collateral as defined and described in a Pledge Agreement dated as of November 21, 2003 by and between BBH as agent, and the Borrower (the “Pledge Agreement”). The Borrower’s Obligations are guaranteed,
pursuant to a US Subsidiary Guaranty dated as of November 21, 2003 (the “Guaranty”) by and among BBH as agent, HBIO Securities Corp., Hoefer, Inc., Warner Instruments, Inc., Union Biomerica, Inc., Genomic Solutions, Inc., Cartesian
Technologies, Inc., Genomic Solutions Canada, Inc., and Harvard Apparatus, FSC, Inc. (collectively, the “Guarantors”). 
 The Borrower has
requested, and BBH and BA have agreed, to extend the Maturity Date (as defined in the Credit Agreement), provided that the Borrower agrees to certain modifications to the Credit Agreement, the BBH Revolving Note, and the BA Revolving Note. Now
therefore, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, and BBH, the Borrower, and BA agree to modify the Credit Agreement, the BBH Revolving Note and the BA Revolving Note as follows: 

 

	I.	Amendment to the Credit Agreement 

 Paragraph 1.1 of
the Credit Agreement is hereby deleted in its entirety, and the following is substituted therefore: 
 “1.1 Recitals; Maximum Line
Commitment. The Borrower wishes to establish a revolving line of credit (the “Line of Credit”) with the Lenders in an aggregate principal amount at any one time outstanding not to exceed Twenty Million Dollars ($20,000,000) (the
“Maximum Line Commitment”), to expire January 1, 2007 (the “Maturity Date”).” 
  

	II.	Amendment to BBH Revolving Note and BA Revolving Note 

 Each of the BBH Revolving Note and the BA Revolving Note is hereby amended by deleting “November 21, 2006” from the third line of the first paragraph thereof, and the following is substituted therefore: “January 1,
2007”. 

 Harvard Bioscience, Inc. 
 As
of March 14, 2006 
  

	III.	Miscellaneous 

 1. The Lenders and the Agent concur that $11.1
million of non-cash impairment charges outlined in the Borrower’s fourth quarter income statement for the period ending December 31, 2005 should be properly excluded from the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA as defined on page 39 of the
Credit Agreement. 
 2. All terms and provisions of the Credit Agreement, the BBH Revolving Note and the BA Revolving Note, each as amended hereby, are
hereby ratified and affirmed as of the date hereof and are hereby extended to give effect to the terms hereof. 
 3. By signing below where indicated, the
(i) Borrower represents and warrants that all representations and warranties of Borrower set forth in the Credit Agreement and other Loan Documents (as supplemented and updated as provided in subsection 4.3(a) of the Credit Agreement)
are true and correct in all material respects on and as of the date of this certification, as though made on and as of such date (A) except to the extent that such representations and warranties relate solely to an earlier date, (B) except
to the extent such representations and warranties are affected by the consummation of transactions permitted under the Credit Agreement, (C) except that references to financial statements shall be deemed to refer to the most recent audited
financial statements delivered pursuant to subsection 5.1(a) of the Credit Agreement, and (D) except as set forth on the correspondingly numbered schedule(s) to the Credit Agreement and/or Loan Document, as applicable and as amended from
time to time, and that no Default or an Event of Default under the Credit Agreement or an Event of Default under the Pledge Agreement exists and is continuing, each as of the date hereof, (ii) Borrower agrees to pay to the Agent, for account of
the Lenders on a pro rata basis, an Amendment fee in an aggregate amount of $5,000.00 and (iii) the Guarantors ratify and affirm the terms and conditions of the Guaranty as of the date hereof. 
 4. This letter, the Credit Agreement, the BBH Revolving Note, the BA Revolving Note, the Pledge Agreement, the Guaranty, and the other agreements, documents and
certificates referred to herein or therein constitute the entire understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and thereof and supersede all prior or current understandings and agreements, whether written or oral. This
letter may be executed in any number of counterparts, which together shall constitute one instrument, and shall bind and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and assigns. This letter shall be construed in accordance
with the laws (other than conflict of laws rules) of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and when executed and delivered will be considered an agreement under seal. 
 [Remainder of Page Intentionally Left Blank] 

 Please execute the enclosed copy of this letter and return the same to the undersigned.

 BROWN BROTHERS HARRIMAN & CO. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Robert Hazard
		 	 Name: Robert Hazard
 Title: Vice President

Date: 3/14/06

 Acknowledged and Agreed: 
 BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. 
 (successor by merger to Fleet National Bank) as a Lender 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Pamela A. Kuong
		 	 Name: Pamela A. Kuong
 Title: Senior Vice
President
 Date: 3/14/06

 Harvard Bioscience, Inc. 
 As
of March 14, 2006 
 HBIO Securities Corp. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce A. Chicoyne
 Title: CFO
 Date: 3/14/06

 Hoefer, Inc. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce Chicoyne
 Title: Vice-President and
Assistant Secretary
 Date: 3/14/06

 Warner Instruments, Inc. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce Chicoyne
 Title: Vice-President and
Assistant Secretary
 Date: 3/14/06

 Union Biomerica, Inc. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce Chicoyne
 Title: Vice-President and
Assistant Secretary
 Date: 3/14/06

 Genomic Solutions, Inc. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce Chicoyne
 Title: Vice-President and
Assistant Secretary
 Date: 3/14/06

 Cartesian Technologies, Inc. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce Chicoyne
 Title: Vice-President and
Assistant Secretary
 Date: 3/14/06

 Harvard Bioscience, Inc. 
 As
of March 14, 2006 
 Genomic Solutions Canada, Inc., 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce Chicoyne
 Title: Vice-President and
Assistant Secretary
 Date: 3/14/06

 Harvard Apparatus, FSC, Inc. 
  

			
	
		
	By:	 	/s/ Bryce A. Chicoyne
		 	 Name: Bryce Chicoyne
 Title: Vice-President and
Assistant Secretary
 Date: 3/14/06

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