|Articles|September 2, 2016

Pharmaceutical Technology

  • Pharmaceutical Technology-09-02-2016
  • Volume 40
  • Issue 9

Liquid Handling System for Automatic Particle Characterization

The FlowCam ALH automated liquid handling system from Fluid Imaging Technologies is a particle imaging and analysis system that automatically detects, images, and characterizes individual particles and microorganisms.

The FlowCam ALH automated liquid handling system from Fluid Imaging Technologies is a particle imaging and analysis system that automatically detects, images, and characterizes individual particles and microorganisms. The automated liquid handling system can process up to 96 samples per run without requiring human intervention. The system can be used for particle characterization and quality control in protein therapeutics, drug development, and production. The FlowCam autosampler includes built-in mixing, heating, and cooling for sample conditioning, control over evaporation, and protection against sample degradation. The system is self-contained in a protective enclosure suitable for cleanrooms.

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