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Agilent Technologiesa? New BenchBot Robot Expands Potential Applications for Microplate Handling Automation

^{Published on 2011-01-31 08:05:21 - Market Wire}
 

SANTA CLARA, Calif.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) announced today the addition of the [ BenchBot Robot ] to its line of automated microplate handling equipment. As part of Agilenta™s Automation Solutions instrumentation portfolio, the BenchBot complements the [ Direct Drive Robot ] and [ BenchCel Microplate Handler ].

"The BenchBot has the capability to easily integrate with an expansive list of laboratory equipment, increasing its utility for applications from next-generation sequencing and microarray sample preparation to high-throughput LC/MS sample management and numerous cell-based assays."

The BenchBot is a mid-sized microplate handler designed to meet the automation workflow needs of diverse laboratories. Ideal for a wide variety of applications, the BenchBot features:

• a compact, scalable design to support a variety of laboratory devices and readers;
• simple, one-touch teaching for easy integration and fast setup;
• VWorks software scheduling to maximize throughput of a cohesive automation system;
• easy integration with more than 100 laboratory devices for maximum flexibility; and
• compatibility with labware a" including PCRmicroplates, deep-well microplates, filtermicroplates, tube racks, and most tip boxes a" that complies with the standards set by the American National Standards Institute/Society for Biomolecular Screening.

aThe BenchBot Robot incorporates the robust functionality of our larger automated microplate handlers into a compact design for use in small lab spaces, enabling automation of a variety of changing, science-driven workflows,a said Nitin Sood, general manager for Agilenta™s Automation Solutions Division. aThe BenchBot has the capability to easily integrate with an expansive list of laboratory equipment, increasing its utility for applications from next-generation sequencing and microarray sample preparation to high-throughput LC/MS sample management and numerous cell-based assays.a

The BenchBot Robot will be available to order in February.

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) is the worlda™s premier measurement company and a technology leader in chemical analysis, life sciences, electronics and communications. The companya™s 18,500 employees serve customers in more than 100 countries. Agilent had net revenues of $5.4 billion in fiscal 2010. Information about Agilent is available at [ www.agilent.com ].

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