Automated rheometer FLEX RHEO

Product overview
Chemspeed’s FLEX RHEO enables fully automated rheology measurement for diverse laboratory workflows. The system is designed for "press start and walk away" operation using Discovery HR rheometers or other compatible rheometers. Configurable options include a robotic pH measurement tool, a screw capper and extended storage capacity to support high-throughput and unattended use.

Key features

• Anti-vibration setup for measurement stability
• Reproducible automated sample dispensing
• Active washing of measuring geometries
• Minimized cleaning liquid consumption
• Easy export of data for LIMS or analysis tools
• Fast integration into laboratory environments

Typical automated workflow

• Load vessel from storage
• Read barcode
• Option: Open vessel
• Dispense sample
• Option: Measure pH
• Measure rheology
• Option: Close vessel
• Clean geometries
• Export data

Benefits

• Reduce scientist time spent on routine tasks
• Enable unattended 24/7 operation
• Increase throughput and sample throughput consistency
• Optimize operational costs
• Enhance reproducibility and data quality
• Support faster method development and innovation

Software support
Scalable software ecosystem supports experiment automation and lab orchestration. Example components: Autosuite for experiment design, execution, analysis and reporting; ARKSUITE for workflow coordination, messaging, status and inventory management.

Technical specifications

• Product name / series: FLEX RHEO
• Supports Discovery HR rheometers and other compatible rheometers
• Optional robotic pH measurement tool
• Optional screw capper
• Optional extended storage capacity
• Anti-vibration setup for measurement stability
• Automated, reproducible sample dispensing
• Automated active washing of measuring geometries to reduce cleaning liquid consumption
• Data export functionality for integration with laboratory systems
• Designed for fast integration into laboratory environments and high-throughput workflows