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Can the PlateSTAK by PerkinElmer be used with the KX2 robot?

Yes, the PlateSTAK from PerkinElmer can be efficiently automated using the KX2 robot and PAA (Peak Analysis & Automation) software. This integration offers enhanced precision and efficiency in plate handling and storage workflows. The KX2 robot facilitates seamless communication and coordination with the PlateSTAK, minimizing manual intervention and optimizing workflow automation. Coupled with PAA software, the automation process is further streamlined with advanced control features, seamless data management, and user-friendly interfaces. This powerful combination empowers laboratories to achieve faster, more efficient plate handling and storage tasks. The collaboration between the PlateSTAK, KX2 robot, and PAA software is essential for maximizing productivity and throughput in various applications, including compound management, high-throughput screening, and genomics.

Overview of PlateSTAK instrument

The PlateSTAK by PerkinElmer is an innovative plate storage and retrieval system designed to streamline laboratory workflows with efficiency and precision. This modular platform offers advanced features for automated plate handling and storage, making it an indispensable tool for laboratories with diverse applications.

Applications of PlateSTAK

  1. Compound Management: Enables efficient storage and retrieval of compound libraries and sample plates in drug discovery and screening projects.

  2. High-Throughput Screening (HTS): Facilitates rapid access to assay plates for large-scale screening campaigns in pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.

  3. Genomics and Proteomics: Supports automated storage and retrieval of DNA, RNA, and protein samples in genomic and proteomic research.

  4. Sample Management: Provides robust storage solutions for samples in biobanks, clinical laboratories, and research facilities, ensuring sample integrity and traceability.

  5. Quality Control: Streamlines the organization and management of quality control plates in manufacturing and quality assurance processes.

Industries Using PlateSTAK

  1. Pharmaceutical: Deployed in drug discovery, compound management, and high-throughput screening laboratories for efficient storage and retrieval of compound libraries and assay plates.

  2. Biotechnology: Utilized in genomics, proteomics, and biomarker discovery research for automated sample storage and management.

  3. Clinical Diagnostics: Used in clinical laboratories and biobanks for sample management and storage in diagnostic testing and research projects.

  4. Academic Research: Widely adopted in universities and research institutions for automated sample storage and retrieval in various scientific disciplines.

  5. Manufacturing: Applied in manufacturing facilities for organizing and managing quality control plates and samples in production processes.

Overview of PlateSTAK instrument

How can I automate my device?

For a full automation of your instrument with KX2 robot you will need:

KX2 - Collaborative Laboratory Robot
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Overlord™ – Laboratory Automation Software
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PlateSTAK (PerkinElmer) with KX2 robot lab integration

PlateSTAK (PerkinElmer) with KX2 robot lab integration

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