Workflow management laboratory automation system TCAutomation™

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Overview Improve the safety and efficiency of clinical laboratories with Thermo Scientific™ TCAutomation™ laboratory automation solutions. This expandable, scalable automation solution automates labor‑intensive pre‑ and post‑analytical sample handling tasks in various configurations. Systems can be expanded stepwise according to facility layout and throughput requirements. Samples are transported in carriers that accept multiple tube sizes and run on two‑way conveyors. Each carrier includes an embedded RFID microchip for faster, more reliable sample identification and real‑time tracking.

Operational details System throughput ranges from 250 to 1000 tubes per hour. The modular design enables incremental expansion. Automation can start with a specific function and be extended to full laboratory automation.

Contains:

• Input modules for automated loading of high‑volume samples into user‑specified racks.
• Centrifuge module for continuous automated centrifugation of samples.
• Decapper Flex module for automated cap removal from different tube types and sizes.
• Aliquoting/labeling module for automated transfer of aliquots into secondary tubes using disposable tips; secondary tubes are automatically labeled with the primary tube ID according to user‑defined fields.
• Output and sorting modules for high‑volume sample output; advanced sorting for different rack types and sample archiving capabilities.
• Control unit with an intuitive user interface to operate the system and define flexible routing to optimize workflow.
• Analyzer interfaces multiple connections including dedicated and robotic interfaces; support for a wide range of analyzers from different vendors.

Variants (Catalog number - Type)
952039 - Decapper Flex Module
952040 - Centrifuge Module
952050 - Labeling/Aliquot Module
952202 - ES Flex Module
952036 - Cap Replacer Module 230 V
952136 - Cap Replacer Module 110 V
952310 - Storage, 230 V
952311 - Storage, 120 V
952312 - Loader

Regulation / Use For in vitro diagnostic use.

Features / Technical specifications

• Certifications/compliance: CE, FCC, UL, CAN/CSA
• Quantity / unit of sale: Each
• Processing capacity: 1000 Tubes/hr
• Type: Decapper Flex Module
• Unit size: Each
• Main product catalog number: 952039