New Product Launches

New Product Launches to Debut at LabAutomation2008

ACD/Labs Analytical Automation Suite
ACD/Labs Analytical Automation Suite alleviates the bottlenecks of high-throughput qualitative Spectral and Chromatographic analysis using automated processing, interpretation, and management of data from multiple analytical techniques and instrument vendors, delivering standardized, uniform HT results.

Advanced Instruments, Inc. (Booth 270)

20G Osmometer from Advanced Instruments, Inc.
A high-throughput osmometer for cell culture process development capable of measuring 96 samples in modified SBS format, in less than 35 minutes, using freezing point depression technology, incorporating eight computer-controlled Osmometers, and a robotic sample handling system.

AllMotion (Booth 661)

EZPZ23-HR1 Miniature Piezo Motor Servo Controller + Driver
The EZ Piezo Servo designed to allow the rapid implementation of Position Control using the Nanomotion** HR1-1-S3 or Similar Motor. The fully intelligent controllers, measure just 2.25 " x 2.25 " x 1”.

Applied Robotics (Booth 674)

Smart Gripper 2.1
The next generation of electric gripper, the Smart Gripper 2.1 is the only small, stepper-based gripper that offers easy integration with most commercially available robots. Twenty-five percent smaller than the 2.0, built in encoder, larger grip stroke and grip force and a fail-safe brake system.

ASI / Applied Scientific Instrumentation (Booth 622)

PhotoTrack
The ASI PhotoTrack solves the problem of tracking a moving specimen. Combined with ASI's closed-loop DC servomotor XY stages, PhotoTrack allows you to follow your free-moving samples no matter where they want to go. PhotoTrack uses a low-light position-sensing PMT sensor to monitor and maintain a reference spot on the specimen in the center of your microscope's field-of-view.

BioTek Instruments, Inc. (Booth 443)

Synergy 4 With Hybrid Technology
Synergy 4 with Hybrid Technology combines two powerful detection systems, monochromator-based and filter-based, in one compact unit. The result — the world’s first true multi-detection system capable of performing an unlimited number of microplate-based assays.

MicroFlo Select Dispenser
MicroFlo Select Dispenser offers a wide range of choices in dispense volumes, microplate types, sample tube sizes, and automated dispense height adjustment, along with a full range in cassettes to accommodate dynamic dispensing requirements.

Cellix Ltd. (Booth 281)

VenaFlux Platform
The VenaFlux Platform is a scientific solution to understand how cells behave in human capillaries — previously poorly understood and difficult to analyze. VenaFlux is a tool to conduct cell-based assays analyzing cell adhesion, proliferation and transmigration in mock human capillaries.

DiagnoSwiss S.A. (Booth 263)

GRAVI™- Cell: Microfluidics-Based Biosensor for High-Speed ELISA
The GRAVI™- Cell, - Soft & - Chip trilogy combines into analytical platform for cost-efficient performance of easily adapted immunoassays. The open, manually operated and easy-to-use platform of compact "desktop" dimensions is designed for running 8 parallel bead-based assays with conventional immunology reagents in less than 10 minutes. Combined with a liquid handling robot, the all-in-one system performs everything (from sample prep to readout) unattended.

DigiLab Genomic Solutions (Booth 608)

The Honeybee X8 from Digilab Genomic Solutions is a bench-top low volume liquid dispenser with newly written software featuring application modules designed for research labs with multiple users. Applications include protein crystallization and PCR setup.

Dolomite Microfluidics (Booth 385)

Microfluidic Chip Side Connector
Provides rapid and simultaneous fluidic and electrical connections to microchip for four inputs from macro devices such as syringe pumps and to four outputs to detectors, fraction collector, waste, etc.

EDC Biosystems (Booth 639)

ATS-100av
EDC Biosystems' ATS-100av is the ATS-100 Acoustic Transfer System packaged and software optimized for automated platforms. Acoustically dispense volumes of 1.0-1000 nL of DMSO, aqueous buffers, or other customized liquids.

Essen Instruments, Inc. (Booth 462)

IncuCyteEX
IncuCyteEX is the latest addition to the noninvasive imaging platform IncuCyte. A simple command software interface allows for easy integration into various automated cell culture robotic systems. IncuCyte EX allows users of these automated systems to incorporate noninvasive, quantitative imaging into optimizing cell splitting decisions. Get more from your automated cell culture system — Integrate IncuCyte EX!

Falcon Electric (Booth 232)

FH Series™ Bio-Med & Laboratory-Grade UPS
Falcon's new FH Series™ Bio-Med & Laboratory-Grade UPS is a complete power protection system. It continuously supplies perfect input power your instrument was designed to receive — and thereby eliminates costly testing inaccuracies and downtime.

Inheco GmbH (Booth 234)

Inheco Incubator Shaker MP
The Inheco Incubator Shaker MP is a single position incubator with additional shaking option for Microplates. The new innovative shaker design offers free programmable shaking patterns with high precision in frequency and amplitude. The patented housing design together with the unique shaker design allows even stacking of single incubators in towers.

Innovadyne Technologies (Booth 604)

Genome Express
Innovadyne is proud to launch a new 16-channel system designed for low volume liquid handling tasks associated with genomic applications such as setting up PCR and sequencing reactions. Please stop by booth 604 for a demonstration.

Intelligent Motion Systems (Booth 539)

MDrive14Plus Motion Control
MDrive14Plus Motion Control is an all-in-one driver, controller, encoder and NEMA size 14 brushless 1.8° motor providing a compact integrated motion control solution with leading technology to reduce size, cost and complexity in motion applications.

Labcyte Inc. (Booth 356)

Echo 520 Liquid Handler
The affordable Echo 520 uses the expertise of the market leader to provide an automation-ready, medium-throughput acoustic dispenser. Acoustically dispense volumes of 2.5-10,000 nL of DMSO, aqueous buffers, or other liquids. Worldwide service and support.

Nanopoint, Inc. (Booth 367)

cellTRAY Imaging System CT-2000
This fully automated microfluidics control system with environmental controls enables time lapse imaging applications while running up to 14 unique experiments simultaneously. Applications include stem cell differentiation and staining, targeted delivery of nanoparticles and more.

Precise Automation (Booth 653)

Guidance 1400 Controller
Enables servo motor performance at stepper motor prices. The G1400 features advanced multi-axis motion control and integrated vision in a pocket sized, economical package. Create quiet, smooth, web-enabled automation without sacrificing size or cost.

QIAGEN (Booth 204)

QIASymphony SP
The QIAsymphony SP is the cutting-edge, unrivaled ease-of-use system in laboratory automation. Offering a broad range of applications, flexible throughput, and exceptional process safety makes QIASymphony the most powerful and versatile instrument for sample processing.

Sigris Research, Inc. (Booth 589)

SIENA
State-of-the-art robotic system for the purification of nucleic acids using magnetic particles. The basic module accommodates 24 samples which may be processed in 2–4 ml tubes. Our unique design is made to accommodate extra tubes for a growing workload.

The Automation Partnership (TAP) (Booth 437)

Fill-It
Fill-It is a new bench-top system for the rapid dispensing of cell suspensions from bulk stock into screw-cap microtubes and features automated decapping and recapping of 96-way and 24-way microtubes.

Thermo Scientific (Booths 405 and 419)

Thermo Scientific Momentum
Thermo Scientific Momentum automation and laboratory workflow software provides flexible control over complex processes. With advanced capabilities like data driven decision making, instrument hot swapping, inventory management, and powerful process monitoring, Momentum is a truly sophisticated software solution.

TTP LabTech (Booth 370)

Lab2Lab
TTP LabTech's Lab2Lab automated sample transport system, based on proven pneumatic technology, reduces the time taken for samples to be sent, analyzed and returned to the scientist and optimizes the use of expensive analysis instrumentation.

TTP LabTech (Booth 373)

comCHECK
TTP LabTech's comCHECK is a non-invasive volume detection system that measures the volume of sample within a tube with an accuracy of 10 mL. It works with 96 tube racks from all major suppliers.

Viaflo Corporation (Booth 105)

Vision Pipettors™
Available in single, 8, 12, and 16 channel models with a variety of volume ranges, Vision Pipettors feature the industries first full color display and Viaflo's unique touch wheel interface. Engineered with our sophisticated trilobe tip fitting, Vision Pipettors are designed exclusively for use with Viaflo Grip Tips™, a combination that delivers the highest lateral resistance and lowest attachment and ejection forces of any pipettors available today. Pick one up and experience a whole new level of ergonomic comfort and productivity. www.viaflo.com.