We provide scheduling and instrument control software
Explore our comprehensive range of on-site software solutions tailored for your needs.
We offer Instrument control software:
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S-Run (Any platform - Browser Based): Introducing our latest innovation, S-Run, a versatile browser-based platform compatible with any operating system.
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Overlord (only Windows 7): Elevate your operations with Overlord, exclusively designed for Windows 7 users.
Upgrade your software with simplified user interfaces:
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Harmony: Experience a user interface crafted for people, ensuring intuitive interaction and seamless operation.
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Assay Manager: A simple way to manage your kinetic assays in a high-usage environment.
We support over 500 instrument drivers:
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We have over 500 Windows 7/10 compatible instrument drivers and growing, to control equipment from 147 manufacturers, meaning that we are likely to have your instrument already in our library.
S-RUN -
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provides all instrument control and the scheduling required to run an automation workcell.
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is completely scalable and can be used on the simplest systems (e.g. loading a single instrument) to the most complex systems (controlling the work flow around an large workcell with several dozen instruments and multiple robots).
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is supplied ‘per socket’, to ensure a cost-effective solution for all sizes of workcell. A socket is a connection to an instrument, via an instrument driver.
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is the first laboratory automation scheduler and control software that contains
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both dynamic (event-driven) and static (timedriven) scheduling on one platform. The simple dynamic tiles interface enables complex routines to be rapidly and easily developed.
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is an elegant, easy-to-use software solution for control and scheduling of your automation platform.
What this means to you:
High level user interface
S-RUN can be run from any web browser (although we recommend Google Chrome for the best user experience) and has been developed for easy operator use. Scalable - S-RUN is as happy running a large automation system as it is loading a single instrument.
S-BASE - built-in database to hold all your runtime information and data.
Software for scheduling and control software
High level user interfaces
Overlord can be run from a number of high level user interfaces, geared at easy operator use. For instance; Overlord is as happy running a large biobanking system as it is loading a single instrument.
Assay Manager™
Assay Manager is a multi-user automation environment. Researchers add their samples to the automated system when required any time of the day, even when the system is running. The user can select either one or a series of different assays to be run. Assay Manager also
supports kinetic assays, which require plate reads to be made at precise time intervals. Overlord remains in the background, handling the complex scheduling involved.
Perfect for multiuser applications, enabling users to queue their samples until a slot in the schedule is available to process them. There is also functionality to queue-jump important samples and get them processed faster.
Customer database
Overlord may be controlled from a LIMS or
database by either calling a command line with
parameters or full integration with complete
control by C# or VB.NET. This tight integration
provides reliable data flow to and from the
database and is ideal in large scale automation
applications.
Overlord is fully scalable and can be used on the simplest systems, loading a single instrument, to the most complex, controlling the workflow around a huge workcell with several dozen instruments. It is supplied 'per socket' to ensure a cost-effective solution for all sizes of workcell.
A socket is a connection to an instrument via an instrument driver.
Overlord is the first laboratory automation scheduling and control software that seamlessly integrates both dynamic (event-driven) and static (time-driven) scheduling on one platform. It's simple drag and
Drop interface allows complex routines to be developed quickly and easily. An elegant, easy-to-use software solution for controlling and scheduling your automation platform.
Software removes complexity, reducing automated system operation to a simple task with a simple user interface.
Configurability
Harmony is easily configured to your instrument and
application.
Sample Tracking
The barcode reader option verifies samples during reading and stores barcode data with the results. If a barcode is unreadable, Harmony retries twice. If it still fails, it processes the plate and creates a 'pseudo barcode ID' (plate number, time, and date), notifying the user.
Run time operation
Harmony keeps you fully aware of the runtime status,
number of plates processed etc. The run status is clearly
displayed. The run may be stopped or paused at any point.
Error handling
In the event of an error, an alert appears on the Harmony
screen and an automatic email is sent to the user or user
group alerting them of the situation.
QC Log
A log file is generated throughout the run, containing a run
header, plate ID and processing times.
Touch screen
Harmony supports a wide range of touch screen input
options (numbers, text, drop down lists, tick boxes)
The Harmony package features
Harmony™
The Harmony user interface is simplicity itself! It replaces the complex options and flow diagram, usually seen with laboratory automation software, with a simple step-by-step touch screen input. The user follows the standard operating process by answering a series of straight forward questions presented. Once the final question is
answered and the summary screen accepted, the system is ready to go. When the run is finished the user may be alerted by email. Harmony is perfect for instrument loading and unattended operation.
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The Harmony touch screen interface for Overlord lab automation software offers easy operator interaction. Just press the 'Start' button, follow the prompts for batch information, and Overlord handles the rest, including sending an email once processing is complete.
The Harmony user interface is simplicity itself! It replaces the complex options and flow diagram or Gantt chart, usually seen with laboratory automation software, with a simple step-by-step touch screen input. The user follows the standard operating process by answering a series of straight forward questions. Once the final question is answered and the summary screen accepted, the system is ready to go. When the run is finished the user may be alerted by email. Harmony is perfect for instrument loading and unattended operation. For the laboratory supervisor, you know that the standard operating procedure is adhered to because the user ticks a box or enters data step-by-step during the process setup.
A simple way to manage your kinetic assays in a high usage environment.
Platform independent
S-RUN's web interface lets you control your automated system from any device—iOS, Android, Windows—via desktop, tablet, or smartphone, no app download needed. It works from a local PC or the Cloud, but you'll need a base computer to manage the instruments.
Allow Easy Setup of New Processes Within a Framework
Take away the code development aspect for simple process development and replace with a standard structured approach
Choose from a Huge Library of Drivers for Over 300 Instruments
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Precise time control
Ideal where process timing is critical
Dynamic tiles rather than drag & drop
This helps to develop an automated process faster and easier
Live Gantt chart updates with real time rescheduling
Keep your projects on track with live updates and adjustments to the Gantt chart as tasks progress.
Automatic restart after PC power cycle
If the
power goes off, you can restart where you left off
Add a new batch of samples at any time
Use the
calendar function to review the workload on your
automated system and add new batches of plates at
any time
Factory automation
Integrated support for PLC
(programmable logic controller) technology
Assay Manager is the solution to running multiple kinetic assays; batches of plates can be added with values for the number of read steps and the interval between reads.
It enables multiple users to queue their samples for processing, even when there are batches of plates being processed. Reads will be scheduled to run even when the system is unattended.
Simply answer a few questions about your assay, load the plates, hit ‘go’ and walk away. Assay Manager turns operating an Overlord™ controlled workcell into a simple procedure, requiring minimal training.
Benefits and Features Assay Manager
Full inventory sample tracking and data management using barcodes
Queue your sample batch for processing even while the system handles previous batches.
Intuitive wizard guides the user through adding their plate
The system will safely pause to allow a user to add a new batch of samples and identify and prevent scheduling conflicts to ensure smooth operation.
Calendar view to display system usage with current batches
software works with various plate readers and imagers
Individual read steps can be repeated
Inventory management to keep track of where samples are loaded and read steps which have completed
What this means to you:
System architecture
Overlord is written to access key functionality, enabling seamless operation. The runtime engine allows for the execution of native instrument control software, ensuring optimal performance and integration.
Advanced Scheduling
Difficult decisions on what type of scheduling algorithm to use are a thing of the past! Overlord features both time-driven and event-driven schedulers, always presenting the best solution for your needs.
Extensive Instrument Control
You can control a huge variety of instruments with Overlord. It has the largest library of any automation scheduler, currently containing drivers for more than 300 instruments, including robots, incubators, liquid handlers, plate readers, heaters, and shakers.
Overlord Audit™ – Ensuring 21 CFR Part 11 Compliance for Your Laboratory Automation System
Overlord Audit enables you to control and track the use of Overlord in your laboratory. This Kiosk system meets Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) standards and fulfills 21 CFR Part 11 requirements. It provides cost-effective track and trace capabilities for any size laboratory automation system, producing required electronic records seamlessly and reliably with zero user input.
Configurability
Harmony is easily configured to your instrument and application.
Sample Tracking
The barcode reader option provides sample verification at the point of reading, storing barcode information with your results. If a barcode cannot be read, Harmony will retry twice. If it still fails, Harmony generates a pseudo barcode ID (plate number, time, and date) and alerts the user.
Run time operation
Harmony keeps you fully aware of the runtime status, number of plates processed etc. The run status is clearly displayed. The run may be stopped or paused at any point.
Error handling
In the event of an error, an alert appears on the Harmony screen and an automatic email is sent to the user or user group alerting them of the situation.
QC Log
A log file is generated throughout the run, containing a run header, plate ID and processing times
Touch screen
Harmony supports a wide range of touch screen input options (numbers, text, drop down lists, tick boxes)
HARMONY
BATCH
MANAGER
The PAA Harmony KIOSK interface simplifies laboratory automation by guiding the user through the system setup process with enforced Standard Operating Procedure requirements. This intuitive and user-friendly interface ensures compliance and ease of use. Upon completion, a runtime file is available on the Harmony Batch Manager screen, allowing the user to select the next batch of plates to run. Harmony Batch Manager supports kinetic assays and offers the flexibility to devise more complex assays.
Features
Allows users to add batches on the fly
24/7 use of a system
Run time output
Purpose built screens per application
Individual customer options are permissible