CellMek Sample Preparation Systems (SPS)

Description

The CellMek Sample Preparation Systems (SPS) from Beckman Coulter Life Sciences is an automated instrument designed for clinical laboratories. It standardizes and automates the pre-analytical steps required for sample processing in applications such as flow cytometry. The system handles tasks including staining, lysing, and washing for various specimen types, aiming to reduce manual handling and improve protocol reproducibility. With dimensions of 112 x 81 x 111.8 cm and a weight of 187 kg, the system operates on a random-access, continuous loading principle. This allows it to manage multiple preparation methods concurrently. It incorporates an onboard refrigerated carousel for liquid reagents and dedicated slots for dry reagent cartridges. All consumables are tracked via barcoding to support audit trails and traceability. Key operational features include automated tube cap piercing and integrated washing steps. The system's Panel Designer Software enables the creation and management of custom protocols. An output carousel facilitates the retrieval of prepared samples for immediate analysis while the instrument continues processing subsequent specimens. By consolidating these workflows, the CellMek SPS is intended to minimize hands-on time and potential handling errors in the sample preparation phase.