Automated Imaging for Enhanced Lab Processes
Innovative Imaging Solutions: Zinsser's Unique Automation for Liquid Handling
Automated imaging, utilizing smart digital cameras and specialized image analysis software, is a practical tool for various lab applications. Zinsser's imaging tools facilitate tasks such as capturing images of crystals, vials, liquid phases, undissolved samples, and plants. These images aid in quality checks, ensuring proper sample dissolution and crystal formation.
Zinsser's automated imaging allows for storing and archiving images for future reference. The software, when needed, can analyze and control lab machines more effectively. For example, if incomplete dissolution is detected, the system can automatically adjust settings, saving time and preserving sample integrity.
In essence, automated imaging in labs leverages smart digital cameras and software to capture images and control lab tasks, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Image analysis provides valuable information for subsequent automated steps performed by the Zinsser robotic system and serves as a useful tool for AI applications.
Automating the Imaging Process: Key Advantages
Automating the imaging process in an automated lab offers several key advantages:
● Faster Experiments: Automated imaging makes lab work faster. It helps quickly to analyze lab items, which is great when you have lots of samples to process.
● No Mistakes: Automated imaging avoids mistakes from manual work. Machines are precise, so you get the same accurate results every time, reducing the chance of human errors.
● Always On: Automated imaging systems work all the time. Labs can run experiments and collect data non-stop, even without someone always watching.
● Putting Data Together: The pictures taken can easily mix with other data from the lab machines. This helps us to understand experiments better and analyze everything in one go.
● Smart Analysis: Automated imaging often uses smart computer programs. These programs can look really closely at pictures, finding small details or things hard to see by eye.
● Fixing Issues Automatically: Smart programs in automated labs can fix problems on their own. For instance, if there's an issue with how a sample dissolves, the system can automatically change settings or do more steps to make it better.
● Less Work for People: Machines doing the imaging means less chance of mistakes from people. It also means scientists can spend more time on complex tasks that need creativity and expertise.
● Saving Money: While setting up automated imaging costs money at first, it saves money in the long run. It makes work more productive and reduces costs from human mistakes.
Image Automation: Applications in Lab R&D
Automated imaging within laboratory automation platforms offers various applications, optimizing processes across scientific domains:
· Automated Crystallization Optimization: Advanced cameras capture crystal images, aiding documentation and analysis in drug development and material science.
· Efficient Sample Dissolution Monitoring: Imaging of vials or wells is crucial for real-time monitoring of sample dissolution, ensuring high-throughput processes.
· Diverse Sample Material Documentation: Imaging extends to plants, insects, and various materials, benefiting botanical research and ecological studies.
· Fluorescent Imaging for Enhanced Analysis: Fluorescent imaging improves precision, enabling in-depth sample analysis using markers or dyes.
· High-Throughput Imaging for Increased Productivity: Automated imaging boosts productivity in high-throughput environments, ensuring efficient generation of large datasets for research and industry.
How does Zinsser's Automated Imaging Work?
Zinsser's Automated Imaging, including fluorescent capabilities, works by capturing and saving pictures on a computer, noting where samples are and their details for later use. Users have the option to use smart image software for more control. This software allows them to adjust how the robot works based on the pictures. For instance, if the software detects incomplete dissolution in a mix, it directs the system to employ stronger methods like vortexing or sonication.
This approach ensures that for most samples that easily dissolve with basic mixing, there's no need for extra steps that take a lot of time and could harm the samples. Simultaneously, the system can automatically handle tricky solids, improving their dissolution.
Zinsser makes taking good pictures easier by adding light boxes and special racks to the liquid handler deck. This helps light to pass through the labware, improving the quality of pictures. These features, including fluorescent capabilities, make Zinsser's Automated Imaging better for different lab tasks.
Zinsser's Automation Solutions: Streamlining Laboratory Efficiency
Zinsser stands out with its automated liquid handling platforms. They have a diverse range of high-performance tools that users can easily integrate onto the deck. This variety allows for high customization, letting users automate any application they need, from liquid handling to powder handling, weighing, heating, cooling, and more. Zinsser's platforms offer a solution for almost any task.
Zinsser's automated liquid handling platforms are unique due to their advanced tools and exceptional customization. They offer a versatile and efficient solution for various lab applications. For more information, please contact our commercial team.