Fully automated sample preparation system C-line®

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With its modular design, automation capabilities and scalability, the ASKION C-line® system represents a next-generation system for biobanks, biorepositories and LN2-based sample collections. On one hand, this system can be used to map individual aspects of biobanking, such as controlled freezing, sample transfer, sample storage, automation, documentation, consulting and useful accessories. On the other hand, it can implement individual and tailor-made solutions, from only a few to millions of samples and from semi- to fully automatic processes. Due to the modular structure, biobanks/biorepositories/LN2-based sample collections can be adapted and expanded at any time without influencing already stored samples and existing processes. In short: The ASKION C-line® system provides the best sample quality, maximum traceability and optimal user-friendliness with automated and modular storage and freezing solutions down to -185 °C. Freezing Controlled and reproducible freezing Temperature reference measurement (incl. Sample sensor) Up to six independently operating freezers Freely configurable freezing curves Controlled seeding (targeted triggering of crystallization) Sample format independent Semi to fully automatic configuration available Software and hardware supported monitoring system Sample storage Automated sample storage in nitrogen gas phase Automated single sample handling (pick-and-place robot) Automated SBS rack handling Integrated gripper changing system Suitable to establish small (a few thousand samples) to very large (million samples) biobanks / sample stores Modular expandable / scalable GMP and ISO 20387 compliant Sample format independent