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LabStation Liquid Handling Systems

TRAXStationAutomated Multifunctional Liquid Handling System

TRAXStation 442

TRAXStation 442

Completely Automated Workflow

TRAXStation is a fully automated liquid handling system that transforms incoming capped samples into prepared samples ready-for-analysis. It automates and streamlines complete sample preparation with advanced features like vial uncapping, barcode tracking, and seamless integration with analyzers for contamination-free processing.

Expansive Suite of Automated Functions!

  • Barcode Reading
  • Uncapping
  • Aliquoting
  • Filtering
  • Diluting
  • Spiking
  • Mixing
  • Preserving
  • Exporting
  • Recapping
  • Serial Diluting
  • Multi-element Standards Prep
  • Calibration Standards Prep
  • Filter Cleaning
  • Vial Cleaning
  • Diluting to Final Volume
  • Vortex Mixing
  • & More!

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Gripping, Uncapping, Sampling, and Filtering

TRAXStation 422

TRAXStation 422

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TRAXLink - Innovative Multifunctional Automation Module

Automated Uncapping, Recapping, and Barcode Reading

  • High-throughput Automation:
    • Multifunctional module combines several steps into one
    • Saves time to increases laboratory productivity
  • Improves Lab Safety:
    • Reduces contact with harmful chemicals and fumes
    • Eliminates overuse injuries
  • Metal-free, Acid Inert Material:
    • Prevents system corrosion from high acid concentrations
    • Eliminates sample contamination from metal components

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Expansive Suite of Automated Functions

Engineered to push the limits of automation, TRAXStation offers an extensive suite of streamlined functions, making it ideal for automating sample preparation and liquid handling for any laboratory.

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TRAXStation is comprised of multiple advanced system components:

  • TRAXLink: Inert rotary system that automatically reads barcodes on vials and uncaps/recaps them
  • TRAXBench: Metal-Free, mobile, Acid-resistant system base
  • TRAXShield: Vented enclosure for clean sample environment (ULPA filter option available)
  • TRAXDualDisplay: Touchscreen computer with adjustable dual monitor arm
  • Source Racks with Gripper to transfer samples to TRAXLink
  • Destination Racks for sample prep, filtering, mixing and more!

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Features

Innovative Multifunctional Automation Module

Automated Uncapping, Recapping and Barcode Reading

High-throughput Automation

  • Multifunctional module combines several steps into one
  • Saves time to increases laboratory productivity

Improves Lab Safety

  • Reduces contact with harmful chemicals and fumes
  • Eliminates overuse injuries

Metal-free, Acid Inert Material

  • Prevents system corrosion from high acid concentrations
  • Eliminates sample contamination from metal components
TRAXLink

TRAXStation Software

Conduct Your Lab with LabSymphony

User-Friendly UI

  • Decrease time and money spent on employee training
  • Start your daily runs in just three taps with the touchscreen

Customizable

  • Sample preparation methods easily customized to meet your lab SOP
  • Quickly navigate to methods on home screen

Import and Export

  • Easily build methods by importing a csv or excel file
  • Export sample information to ICP/ICPMS software to automatically generate run list
LabSymphony TRAXStation Software

LabSymphony Export to ICPMS Software

LabSymphony Export to ICPMS Software

Metal-free Luer-adapting Probe

Automatic Sample Filtration with Luer Filters

Innovative Design

  • Probe tip automatically attaches to, dispenses through, and safely ejects 0.45 μm Luer filters
  • Engineered to reach the bottom of large sample vessels

Highly Precise

  • Adds precise volumes of reagents, such as HNO3 and ISs
  • Capable of precise aliquoting as low as 10 µL

Maximizes Cost Efficiency

  • Allow labor to be spent on more important tasks
  • Compatible with low-cost 13 mm filter disks
LuerProbe - Metal-free Luer-adapting Probe

Intelligent High Pressure Syringe Module

Excellent Performance

  • Precise aliquot - as low as 10 µL
  • Syringe module is easily visible during sample runs

Syringe Options

  • Wide variety of syringe options from 3 mL - 50 mL
  • Available in high purity quartz

Easy Maintenance

  • ESI's Magnetic SnapValves are easily removed for cleaning
  • Station pump is mounted in a highly accessible location
StationPump

Acid-Resistant Sample Flowpath

Clean and Protected Sample Environment

Prevents Contamination

  • Avoid sample contamination from eroding metal components
  • TRAXShield enclosure with ULPAclean 10 filtration against airborne contaminants

Prioritizes Lab Safety

  • Shields harmful fumes to ensure safe lab space
  • Reduces physical contact with high acid concentrations

Long System Lifetime

  • Acid resistant components provide lasting system operation
  • Save time and money by reducing frequent maintenance
Metal-Free Construction

TRAXStation 442

High Capacity
  • 2 Process Workflows
  • 8 Source Racks
  • 8 Destination Racks
TRAXStation 442 - High Capacity
Width 1850 mm (73”)
Depth 1050 mm (41”)
Height 1880 mm (74”)

TRAXStation 422

Medium Capacity
  • 2 Process Workflows
  • 8 Source Racks
  • 4 Destination Racks
TRAXStation 422 - Medium Capacity
Width 1540 mm (61”)
Depth 1050 mm (41”)
Height 1880 mm (74”)

TRAXStation 221

Compact Footprint
  • 1 Process Workflow
  • 2 Source Racks
  • 2 Destination Racks
TRAXStation 221 - Compact Footprint
Width 1280 mm (51”)
Depth 800 mm (32”)
Height 1880 mm (74”)

TRAXStation Features Diagram

TRAXStation Features Diagram

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Benefits

Reduce Cost of Consumables

Eliminate Pipettes

  • LuerProbe - Aliquoting and dispensing with robust, reusable sample probe

Eliminate Disposable Syringes

  • StationPump - High-pressure and high purity quartz syringe module

Decrease Vial Use

  • LuerProbe & StationPump - Consistent and high back pressure allows for consistent production of filtrate volume, eliminating need for intermediate collection vessel

Save Money on Filters

  • LuerProbe & StationPump - StationPump produces more consistent and higher pressure than manual filtration methods, allowing for the use of smaller and cheaper luer filters

Decrease Glove Usage

  • TRAXLink - Automatically uncaps, simply place capped samples on deck
  • StationPump - Automated syringe-driven filtration, no need for gloves

Decrease Labor Costs

Decrease Employee Training Time

  • Software - User-friendly interface stores preparation methods easily accessed on home screen, just select your method and walk away

Free Up Time for More Critical Tasks

  • TRAXStation Automation - Select your method and let TRAXStation do the tedious tasks, freeing up your hands for more important work

Decrease Maintenance Costs

Metal-free Components

  • TRAXLink, TRAXShield, TRAXBench and ULPAclean10 all are constructed with acid resistant materials
    • Prevents corrosion caused by highly concentrated acids
    • Ensures a long system lifetime with minimal maintenance required

High Throughput

  • TRAXLink - Automated Uncapping, Recapping and Barcode Reading eliminates the need for tedious, time-consuming manual tasks
  • LuerProbe - LuerProbe's precise accuracy in automatically producing amounts of sample filtrate (0.45 µm) enables both filtration and filtrate dilution to be performed simultaneously
  • StationPump - StationPumps automatically and instantly add diluent behind the sample during filtration and filtrate dilution, enabling both processes to occur simultaneously
  • Software - Custom Software Methods are developed to exactly replicate and automate the laboratory's existing sample prep methods
  • TRAXStation Automation - Enables smaller labs to perform high-throughput applications with large capacity and ability to run parallel processing modules

Easy Maintenance

  • MagValves - Simply snap on and off with your hands for maintenance, no need for tools
  • TRAXBench - TRAXBench's mobility provides easy accessbility from all sides, providing complete and effortless reach to the entire system

High Capacity

  • TRAXBench - TRAXBench can hold up to 480 prepared samples ready for analysis with 2 parallel process workflows,

24/7 Sample Preparation

  • TRAXStation Automation - Can process over 1,400 samples a day without the need for breaks, sleep or time off that people require
  • Software - Software Methods are designed to have sample prep workflows run constantly with the touch of a button

Eliminate Exposure to Harmful Fumes

  • ULPAclean 10 - Exhausts acid fumes to protect the laboratory environment and ensure an ultra clean sample environment
  • TRAXShield - Enclosure surrounds samples, preventing harmful fumes from entering the lab environment
  • TRAXLink - Automated Uncapping and Recapping minimize the time samples remain uncovered, effectively containing fumes

Prevent Contact with Harmful Chemicals

  • Waste Management Cabinet - Simplified waste line management allows the clean exchange of the waste bottle and contains spills, preventing contact with chemicals
  • LuerProbe - LuerProbe automates sampling, filtration and dilution, removing need for pipette use, preventing chemical contact
  • TRAXLink - Automated Uncapping and Recapping prevents physical handling of the chemicals when they are uncovered, eliminating contact with chemical
  • StationPump - StationPump's automation eliminates manual filtration, which requires physical handling of chemicals
  • Filter Bin - LuerProbe automatically ejects filter post-sampling, directing it straight into into the disposal bin, eliminating contact with used filters

Prevent Overuse Injuries

  • TRAXLink - TRAXLinks automation helps prevent overuse injuries, like wrist strain and tunnel vision, that result from repeatedly uncapping and recapping samples
  • StationPump - StationPump utilizes syringe-driven autofiltration, replacing physically demanding manual filtration that can lead to repetitive strain injuries

Compatible Vial Flexibility

  • Software - Custom racks pre-programmed into LabSymphony software based on customer application
  • Racks - Racks are designed to fit a large range of different customer vessel types
  • TRAXLink - Various versions of TRAXLink are available to accommodate different vessel types

Compatible Barcode Flexibility

  • TRAXLink
    • Accommodates a broad range of 1D and 2D barcodes with a wide scanning range, allowing barcodes on vials to be scanned in any orientation
    • TRAXLink can scan barcodes on sample vials, regardless of where they are located around the vial's cylindar

Adjustable Capacity

  • TRAXBench - Available in three models, each designed to handle varying levels of capacity based on customer requirements

Customized Preparation Methods

  • Applications - Custom sample preparation methods designed specifically for Geochemistry and Semiconductor applications
  • Software - TRAXStation can exactly automate existing laboratory sample methods, or design new ones to fulfill customer needs!

Consistent Preparation

  • Automation - Automation eliminates variability and human error, enhancing precision and consistency in sample preparation

Eliminate Contamination

  • TRAXBench - TRAXBench's metal-free and acid resistant components minimize contamination risks
  • TRAXLink
    • Automated uncapping and recapping eliminate false results from sample evaporation by minimizing the time the sample vessel is uncovered
    • TRAXLink is made with acid resistant components that prevent sample contamination from metal components and system corrosion from high acid concentrations
  • Acid Resistant Flowpath - TRAXStation's flowpath is constructed with acid-resistant materials
  • TRAXShield - Protects samples from airborne contamination using an enclosed, ULPA-filtered environment

Sample Tracking and Identification

  • TRAXLink - Automatically tracks samples by linking the original sample's barcode to the prepared sample

Seamless Integration

  • Software - LabSymphony effortlessly exports data linking samples to analytical results & offers compatability with ICP/ICPMS software

Audit Trail

  • Software - LabSymphony provides full documentation of analytical process, tracking status of sample preparation

Ease of Lab Integration

  • TRAXBench - Compact footprint takes up 4x less space than manual sample preparation
  • TRAXBench - Equipped with lockable wheels for seamless lab integration and a single power cord for easy setup and operation

Syringe Visibility

  • StationPump - Syringes are mounted externally on the dual monitor arm at the back of the TRAXStation

Simple Daily Use

  • TRAXDualDisplay - Dual touchscreen monitors are mounted on an adjustable arm, provide clear system access

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