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Can the Twister II by PerkinElmer (Caliper) be used with the KX2 robot?

The Twister II by PerkinElmer (Caliper) is compatible with automation through the KX2 robot and software by PAA. We already have the driver written. This integration enables seamless automation of liquid handling tasks, sample processing, and data analysis. By utilizing the KX2 robot and software by PAA, users can enhance efficiency, throughput, and reproducibility in their laboratory workflows, making it an ideal solution for high-throughput screening, compound management, and other automated applications.

Overview of Twister II instrument

The Twister II, developed by PerkinElmer (Caliper), stands as a cutting-edge automation platform revolutionizing laboratory workflows. This innovative system offers seamless integration with the KX2 robot and software by PAA, enabling efficient liquid handling and sample processing automation.

Applications of the Twister II span diverse fields, including:

  1. High-throughput Screening: Accelerating drug discovery processes through automated sample handling and screening.

  2. Compound Management: Ensuring accuracy and reliability in compound storage and retrieval tasks.

  3. Genomics and Proteomics: Facilitating automated sample preparation and analysis for genomic and proteomic research.

  4. Clinical Diagnostics: Streamlining sample processing and analysis for diagnostic assays and tests.

  5. Biopharmaceutical Development: Enhancing efficiency in bioprocess workflows, including cell culture and protein purification.

  6. Environmental Analysis: Automating sample preparation and analysis for environmental monitoring and testing.

Industries leveraging the Twister II include:

  1. Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology: Optimizing drug discovery, development, and manufacturing processes.

  2. Academic Research Institutions: Enhancing efficiency and reproducibility in research laboratories.

  3. Clinical Laboratories: Improving throughput and accuracy in clinical diagnostic testing.

  4. Contract Research Organizations (CROs): Supporting a wide range of research and development services with streamlined automation.

  5. Environmental Testing Laboratories: Increasing throughput and reliability in environmental analysis and monitoring.

The Twister II serves as a versatile automation solution, driving productivity and innovation across various industries and research disciplines. Its seamless integration with the KX2 robot and software by PAA offers unparalleled efficiency and reliability in automated laboratory workflows.

Overview of Twister II instrument

How can I automate my device?

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KX2 - Collaborative Laboratory Robot
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Twister II (PerkinElmer (Caliper)) with KX2 robot lab integration

Twister II (PerkinElmer (Caliper)) with KX2 robot lab integration

Automate the Twister II manufactured by PerkinElmer (Caliper) with PAA robots and software for streamlined laboratory workflows. We already have the driver written.

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