Bringing Industrial Automation to Your Laboratory!
The HF Decapper, High-Speed Liquid Transfer Station is a sophisticated benchtop laboratory automation system that enhances sample processing with its high-speed robotics and automated pipetting. Designed to efficiently handle workflows within smaller or constrained spaces, this compact version integrates directly with laboratory LIMS systems. Built with robust industrial automation components, the benchtop model maintains the same reliability and efficiency as its larger counterpart.

- Scalable Automation
Seamlessly integrates with HF’s broader automation solutions, allowing for the gradual expansion into a fully automated laboratory environment. - Enhanced Workflow Efficiency
Reduces manual handling with automated de-capping and recapping, along with high-speed liquid transfers, minimizing strain injuries and improving throughput. - Precision and Accuracy
Features high-speed robotics and precise pipetting to ensure accurate sample handling and dilution, critical for consistent and reliable results. - Integration and Compatibility
Designed to integrate seamlessly with existing LIMS, enhancing data synchronization and sample tracking without disrupting existing workflows.
- Flexible Tray Configurations
Adapts to various tray layouts, supporting barcode, QR code, and RFID scanning. - High-Speed Sample Handling
Employs a Cartesian robot that ensures rapid, accurate sample transfer. - Automated Bottle De-Capping and Recapping
Capable of handling tightly sealed bottle caps, allowing for easy manual reopening when needed. - High-Speed Liquid Transfer
Efficiently transfers samples from bottles to test tubes or vials for further analysis. - Hot-Swapping Drawers
Supports continuous operation by allowing trays to be swapped without pausing the system.
- Automated Visual Inspection: Checks for color, turbidity, and floating films.
- Density Determination: Uses precise oscillating U-Tube technology for accurate density measurements.
- Barcode Scanning: Ensures accurate sample tracking throughout the process.
- Automated Crackle Test: Detects moisture contamination.
- Auto Diluter for ICP Samples: Prepares test tubes automatically for ICP analysis.
- Particle Count: Integrates with PAMAS or visual measurement systems for detailed particle analysis.
- Clinical Laboratories
For sorting blood, urine, and other body fluid samples for diagnostic testing. - Pharmaceuticals
Used in drug discovery, quality control, and pharmacokinetics for sample organization 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.
Choose the HF Decapper, High-Speed Liquid Transfer Station for a benchtop solution that offers robustness, speed, and efficiency.
This system provides significant labour savings and enhanced safety, featuring rapid processing capabilities in a compact form. Designed for durability to withstand rigorous daily use, it ensures precise and reliable sample handling.
Its scalability allows for easy integration with additional HF automation modules, ideal for labs looking to progress towards full automation. This benchtop version is an invaluable tool for any laboratory seeking to reduce manual workload and enhance operational efficiency.
For more information or to discuss how this system can be tailored to your laboratory’s requirements, please contact our experts today.
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