News | July 29, 2009

Fast, Easy, Reliable Microplate Sealing

The PlateLoc Thermal Microplate Sealer from Agilent Automation Solutions has established itself as a thermal sealer of choice to scientists worldwide through its speed, small footprint, ease of use, and dependability, automatically accommodating deep well, assay, PCR and compound storage microplates.

The PlateLoc Sealer is ideal for robotic integration, featuring an extended-travel plate stage, RS-232 serial port and ActiveX control. In order to minimise system downtime when replenishing consumables, the instrument features an easy-to-access, top-loading seal roll support. Three different types of interchangeable sealing material are available from Agilent Automation - peelable, pierceable, or clear enabling an optimised solution to be provided for a wide variety of applications.

The PlateLoc forms a consistent seal around each individual plate well, creating a seal of very high integrity. The thermal sealing mechanism leaves no waste seal material, saving money and time spent cleaning-up. Stand-alone operators have full control of sealing time and temperature through the PlateLoc's touchscreen, and a choice of plate stage inserts ensures the best possible seal for any microplate.

From stand-alone units to fully integrated systems, Agilent Automation Solutions teams key sample preparation and creative walk-away automation approaches with personalised customer service to provide complete solutions for your laboratory. Combining innovative engineering with high standards of quality, Agilent designs and manufactures high-performance equipment for processes that are revolutionising pharmaceutical, biotech, and genomic research.

SOURCE: Agilent Automation Solutions