Bringing Industrial Automation to Your Laboratory!
HF Gantry Robots revolutionise laboratory workflows by automating the handling of large sample volumes across diverse industries, including mining, wet chemistry, environmental analysis, oil, coolant and lubricant testing.

These versatile robots integrate seamlessly into laboratory environments, performing tasks such as:
- Presenting trays of samples to automated machines for preparation and analysis.
- Buffering samples between processing stages to ensure smooth workflow continuity.
- Archiving and automatically retrieving samples for reanalysis before re-archiving them.
- Integrating with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and lab instruments to maintain a complete audit trail and chain of custody, allowing operators to locate and retrieve samples easily.
With the ability to operate over large areas and leverage unused vertical space, HF Gantry Robots optimize storage, transport, and sample management. Their precision, scalability and connectivity make them indispensable for laboratories aiming to maximise efficiency, accuracy and compliance.
- Coverage and Stability
HF Gantry Robots cover expansive areas with exceptional stability, making them ideal for handling large sample collections. Their vertical height can be extended to utilise high ceilings, maximising storage capacity and optimising laboratory infrastructure. - High Throughput
Designed for efficiency, these robots manage multiple samples or racks simultaneously, ensuring fast and consistent processing even in high-demand environments. - Streamlined Buffering and Sample Presentation
Effortlessly present trays of samples to automated machines for preparation and analysis. Gantry Robots also buffer samples between stages, ensuring seamless workflow transitions. - Advanced Archiving and Retrieval
Automate the archiving of large sample volumes, retrieval for reanalysis, and re-archiving, all with precision and minimal manual intervention. - Integrated Sample Tracking
By connecting with LIMS and other lab management software, HF Gantry robots maintain a complete audit trail and chain of custody for all samples. Operators can easily locate, retrieve, and manage samples, enhancing accountability and compliance. - Autonomous Operation
Function independently of human oversight, reducing errors, enhancing reliability, and freeing laboratory staff to focus on higher-value tasks.
HF gantry robots redefine laboratory workflows with precise, scalable automation that adapts to diverse operational needs.
- Streamlined Sample Movement
Efficiently transport trays and racks of samples between storage, instruments, and workstations, reducing delays and accelerating throughput. - Enhanced Workflow Integration
Seamlessly integrate into existing laboratory systems, enhancing operational efficiency from sample preparation to storage. - Vertical Scalability
Utilise previously untapped vertical space to increase storage and operational capacity, taking full advantage of high ceilings. - Buffer Management and Workflow Continuity
Hold samples in buffer stages between preparation and analysis, ensuring uninterrupted workflow and smoother transitions. - Automated Reanalysis
Enable seamless retrieval and reanalysis of archived samples, followed by precise re-archiving, to support repeatable and reliable data workflows. - Complete Audit Trail
Integrate with LIMS and lab instruments to ensure traceability and compliance. Maintain a chain of custody for every sample and provide operators with tools to easily track, retrieve and manage samples.
- Scalable Architecture
Designed to adapt, HF Gantry Robots scale horizontally and vertically to meet growing laboratory requirements. - Precise Multi-Axis Control
Advanced multi-axis design ensures smooth, accurate movement across large operational areas, even in complex workflows. - Integrated Sample Processing
Facilitate uninterrupted transitions between preparation, analysis, and storage stages, enhancing overall efficiency. - Enhanced Batch Management
Handle large batches of samples efficiently, eliminating bottlenecks and improving turnaround times. - Reliable Sample Archiving
Automate archiving, retrieval, and re-archiving of samples with precision and consistency, supporting long-term storage strategies. - Optimised Workflow Continuity
Streamline operations by presenting samples for automated processing, buffering them between stages, and seamlessly integrating archiving processes. - Seamless Software Integration
Connect with LIMS, lab instruments and other lab management systems to support real-time tracking, ensure traceability and simplify sample retrieval.
- Clinical Laboratories
For handling blood, urine, and other body fluid samples for diagnostic testing. - Pharmaceuticals
Used in drug discovery, quality control, and pharmacokinetics for sample organisation and handling. - Biotechnology
For sorting samples in genetic research, DNA sequencing, and other molecular biology applications. - Forensic Laboratories
In crime labs to handle and organize biological samples for DNA analysis and toxicology. - Environmental Testing
Sorting soil, water, and air samples for contamination analysis and environmental monitoring. - Food and Beverage Industry
In quality control labs for sorting samples to test for contamination, additives, and nutritional content. - Agriculture and Plant Research
Used for sorting plant or soil samples in crop research, soil analysis, and agricultural studies. - Chemical Industry
Sorting samples for quality control, research, and chemical synthesis processes. - Veterinary Laboratories
For sorting samples from animals for diagnostic and research purposes. - Academic and Research Institutions
In university and research labs for organising various biological, chemical, and environmental samples. - Public Health and Epidemiology
For sorting large volumes of samples during disease outbreaks for surveillance and epidemiological studies.
- Toxicology
Sorting samples in toxicological studies for poison and drug testing. - Cosmetic Industry
Sorting samples in research and quality testing of cosmetic products and ingredients. - Industrial Manufacturing
In labs that test materials and compounds to ensure quality and compliance with regulatory standards. - Military and Defense
Sorting samples for biological or chemical analysis in defense-related research. - Oil Condition Monitoring Laboratories
Sorting oil samples to monitor machinery wear, contaminants, and oil degradation in industries like automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery. - Coolant Condition Monitoring Laboratories
Used to sort coolant samples to check for contamination, pH levels, and overall coolant quality, often in automotive and industrial applications.
Feature | Details |
Multi-Axis Precision | Advanced two or more axes of motion for accurate sample handling across large areas. |
Wide Area Coverage | Capable of operating over expansive volumes, ideal for extensive sample storage systems. |
High Throughput Capacity | Simultaneously processes multiple trays or racks for increased operational efficiency. |
Seamless Workflow Integration | Easily integrates with laboratory instruments for automated preparation, analysis, and storage. |
HF gantry robots are transformative tools that enhance laboratory efficiency, precision, and compliance. By automating large sample batch handling, utilizing vertical space, integrating with software and instruments, and ensuring traceability, these robots deliver unparalleled performance.
With reduced manual intervention, robust chain-of-custody management, and optimized workflows, HF gantry robots empower laboratories to achieve greater throughput, reliability, and scalability. Choose HF for a future-ready, high-performance automation solution that meets the demands of modern laboratories.
Ready to bring industrial-grade automation into your lab? Contact us today to discover how HF’s Gantry Robots can elevate your sample processing capabilities.
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