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S-LABᴾᴿᴼ –
Automated Plate Handler

The S-LAB™ Pro automated plate handler is an entry-level automation solution designed for versatility and ease of use.

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The S-LAB Pro is capable of operating as a stand-alone system, loading plates into a wide range of automated benchtop instruments from a variety of manufacturers. For an ever-growing list of standard instruments, we can offer rapid installation. For other instruments, we can offer a bespoke integration service. Control is simple. S-LAB can be controlled via an intuitive user interface on a laptop, tablet or smartphone. Connection is via Ethernet or LAN.

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S-LABᴾᴿᴼ – Automated Plate Handler

The S-LAB™ Pro Automated Plate Handler: Your Entry-Level Automation Solution

Enhance your laboratory's efficiency with our straightforward, adaptable, and dependable automated plate handler, designed to boost throughput and streamline your workflow timelines.

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Choose from our expanding range of standard instruments for quick installation, or opt for our custom integration service to seamlessly integrate with other instruments.

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Control the system effortlessly using Harmony™ and Overlord™ software, which feature an intuitive user interface accessible via a laptop. Connect seamlessly via Ethernet for straightforward operation.

Benefits of the S-LAB™ Automated Plate Handler

Benefits of the S-LAB™ Automated Plate Handler

  • Compact plate handler (portrait or landscape), with the reliability of a robotic arm.  Can fit within a standard laboratory safety cabinet

  • Already compatible with an extensive range of laboratory instruments, with Harmony Batch Manager™ and Overlord™ software for complete control

  • Handles up to 7 deep well plates with liquid dispensers

  • Efficient handling of microplates; capacity up to 100 unlidded/80 lidded

  • Handles lidded microplates, providing sterility for cell-based or sensitive assays

  • Barcode reading and optical plate sensing for reliable, unattended operation

  • IQ/OQ certification available

  • Improves laboratory productivity with walk-away automation

S-LAB™ Specifications

Height: 595mm, maximum width: 504mm, maximum depth: 648mm (with 6x S-LAB base units connected)

Dimensions

7.6in / 193mm

Capacity

Plate loading time as quick as 16s and full cycle time at 32s

Plate exchange time

Allows presentation of microplates in either portrait or landscape orientation

Microplate gripper

Optical sensor

Plate detection

Barcode reader included. Compatible with standard barcode formats

Barcode reader

User-friendly web application available via PC

User interface

100V-240V ~ 1.7A 50/60Hz Device rating: 30VA 24VDC

Power

7kg with 6x S-LAB base units connected

Weight

1x ethernet RJ45 2x USB 2.0 ports Access to the S-LAB system is through a fixed wire connection to the ethernet port Instrument connectivity: USB, RS232 using USB/RS232 adaptor (supplied) or SiLA web service provider Remote control: RESTful API

Connectivity

CE marked

Compliance

General specifications

25x unlidded ANSI SLAS 1-2004 microplates (max height 15mm)

20x lidded ANSI SLAS 1-2004 microplates (combined height 17mm)

Stacks (Last in first out)

A single microplate position to re-grip the microplate, improving plate loading accuracy and allowing barcode reading.

Plate park

A single microplate position with to store lids

Lid park

Storage components

The S-LAB comes with six slot-in base units which can be mounted around the plate handler. Each base unit can accommodate the following S-LAB storage components.

​Easy instrument integration from top suppliers

Easy instrument integration from top suppliers

S-LAB's flexibility allows easy integration with instruments from leading suppliers, providing a cost-effective automation solution for all your scientific needs.

Applications for S-LAB integrations

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    • Thermo Multidrop Combi, Wellwash

    • Tecan HydroFlex, HydroSpeed, D300e

    • Gyger Certus

    • Cybio Felix

    • Intellicyte iQue Screener/Plus

    • Nexcelom Celigo Imaging Cytometer

    • Syntec CELLAVISTA

    • Zeiss CD7 (Celldisover 7)

    • GE IN Cell Analyser

    • Hidex Sense

    • Molecular Devices SpectraMax

    • Perkin Elmer Envision and Nivo

    • Tecan Infinite, SPARK

    • Thermo Fluoroskan, Luminoskan, Multiskan, Varioskan

    • Miltenyi MQX, MQ10, MQ16

    • Thermo Quant Studio

Our Cyto-Mine is compatible with 96- and 384- well microtiter plates, providing a highthroughput platform for single cell analysis. By combining this with the S-LAB, an easy-to-use automated plate handler from Peak Analysis and Automation, we will be able to offer improved throughput capabilities to help dramatically reduce timelines in biotherapeutic discovery and cell-line development.

Dr Frank Craig, CEO, Sphere Fluidics

Applications for S-LAB integrations
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Applications for S-LAB integrations

We regularly run 20+ plate screens, which are often barcoded, or requiring de-lidding. We were seeking a cost-effective and versatile arm, capable of loading a variety of different equipment, including our plate reader and combi dispenser. The S-LAB has been easy to use, versatile and reliable, meaning we can leave it unattended for long periods - including overnight. This reliability enables us to work in a flexible manner on multiple projects in parallel, developing new assays or engaging with our academic partners to establish
new programmes

Trevor Askwith Ph.D , Senior Research Associate,
Drug Discovery Group, University College London

Have questions or need assistance? 
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Have questions about the S-LAB™ Pro Automated Plate Handler, need technical assistance, or want customization options?

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