Bee Robotics Ltd. products

Once samples have been added manually, the instrument can run up to 12 different pre-programmed assays, for automating molecular based and Western Blot strip based assays. The instrument uses reversible peristaltic pumps to dispense reagents to the sample tray, and optionally from the software, the pumps can be reversed to save reagent back into the reagent bottles. The tray for the samples and membrane strips allows for rocking, tilting and level position during incubation. The operator interface is via a keypad and display. Once the samples have been added to the tray the assay is automated, and the developed strips in the tray can be removed for the analysis of the strips by eye, or using Bee`s AutoCam 48 to offer automated scanning, and interpretation using third party software.

Our new generation instrument uses our own electronics based on the CANbus system, and Virtual Gearbox for fast and quiet operation of the axis. Each axis has his own microprocessor, which are programmable via USB. Each microprocessor is connected to each other via one small ribbon cable, limiting the wiring, and allowing for ease of maintenance.

The RoboScreen is available from MEDIWISS, and can process up to 36 samples per run, from sample processing to image analysis. The instrument has an integrated barcode reader for sample ID, and can add the samples to the allergy membranes using disposable robotic tips. The assay process is fully automated, adding reagents for incubation and drying the membranes at the end of the assay, before the on-board scanner images the developed membranes for image analysis. The integrated PC is connected to the LIMS and interpretation software for downloading a worklist and uploading the analysed sample results.

Once samples have been added manually, the instrument can run up to 12 different pre-programmed assays, for automating molecular based and Western Blot strip based assays. The instrument uses reversible peristaltic pumps to dispense reagents to the sample tray, and optionally from the software, the pumps can be reversed to save reagent back into the reagent bottles. The tray for the samples and membrane strips allows for rocking, tilting and level position during incubation. The operator interface is via a keypad and display. Once the samples have been added to the tray the assay is automated, and the developed strips in the tray can be removed for the analysis of the strips by eye, or using Bee`s AutoCam 48 to offer automated scanning, and interpretation using third party software.

A compact and practical easy to use microplate processor, which offers advanced heating and cooling to within +/- 1.0 degree centigrade or better per well for standard sciPLEXPLATE 96 from Scienion or compatible microplates.