Overview:
The Aliquot STAR Line from Hamilton Company is built to automate the handling of primary samples, especially blood collection tubes, during the pre-analytical stage. It replaces manual steps like opening tubes, transferring samples, and resealing them with a fully automated process.
By reducing direct handling, the system improves safety while ensuring consistent sample processing. It helps laboratories standardize workflows from sample receipt to downstream testing, maintaining sample quality and traceability throughout the process.
With flexible configurations and compatibility with different tube types, the platform can be adapted to suit a wide range of laboratory needs including clinical diagnostics, biobanking, and genomics workflows.
Features:
- Automates tube decapping, aliquoting and recapping in a single workflow
- Reduces manual handling and improves operator safety
- Ensures consistent and reliable sample processing
- Maintains sample integrity by minimizing contamination risks
- Supports different tube formats and adaptable workflow setups
- Integrated barcode scanning for accurate sample tracking
- Compatible with LIMS for better data management
- Uses precise liquid handling technology for accurate dispensing
- Enables walkaway operation to improve efficiency
- Flexible deck layout to support varying lab requirements
Specifications:
- Platform Base: Microlab STAR / STARlet automated liquid handling platform
- Throughput: Low to medium depending on workflow and configuration
- Pipetting Channels: 4 liquid handling channels with dedicated VacuTube channels
- Applications: Sample aliquoting, primary tube processing, biobanking and clinical workflows
- Deck Configuration: Supports primary tubes, secondary tubes and labware carriers
- Workflow Type: Fully automated decapping, aliquoting and recapping with minimal manual steps
- Aliquot STARlet: 903 × 1124 × 795 mm (H × W × D) (Depth with autoload: 1006 mm)
