MultiDose: Automated solid dosing system
MultiDose automates high accuracy solid dosing in a benchtop platform. Combining a Mettler Toledo balance with a compact, collaborative robot arm, it delivers seamless powder-handling automation for even the most demanding workflows.Flexible and intuitive workflow
MultiDose is a compact and collaborative, benchtop platform which can easily be integrated into any existing workflow. Supplied with MultiDose custom software as standard and intelligent force-sensing technology, the system provides an intuitive, high-throughput solution for unrivalled efficiency and maximum walk-away time.Collaborative and compact
The fully collaborative Universal Robots robotic arm brings the flexibility of an open platform whilst removes the need for bulky safety enclosures or complex training. Multiple users can work around the system and the compact size allows easy integration into an established laboratory process, without compromising safety.- Collaborative robot arm for same-space working
- Live consumable replenishment. Users can pause a run at any point to access racks and consumables, or add new plates for processing. Upon resuming, the system automatically scans for new dosing heads and continues where it left off.
- Minimal safety training required, enabling more users
Mettler Toledo XPR
The Mettler Toledo XPR is well established in solid dosing. All Mettler Toledo dosing head types can be handled at once within the unit. This allows easy transfer of dosing heads across other systems in your lab.- 56 position carousel allowing plenty of storage for dosing heads
- Automatic RFID reading and writing in each carousel position
- 6 decimal place XPR balance for superb accuracy
Custom built, intuitive software
Operators configure and manage runs on the MultiDose platform via a drag and drop interface. RFID tracking of dosing heads validates that the correct solids are loaded, and that the quantity is enough to complete the run according to the specified parameters. The live visual UI gives operators instant visibility of run performance.- Simple, drag and drop user interface
- User control offers full traceability of experiment owners. Notifications of system status allows maximum system uptime.
Walk-away optimisation
Maximise your lab's walk-away time once your solid dosing run has started.- Spare vial function allows the option to load a spare rack in the event of out-of-tolerance vials, leaving full racks of in-tolerance vials.
- Autonomous interchangeable gripper fingertips allow different vial types to be handled in the same run.
- Integrated de-clogging feature.
- Update priority racks mid-run to allow certain vials to take priority. to be prioritised.
Designed and built in the UKMultiDose benefits from our 40+ years experience designing and building automated systems. Housed within a single unit, the system can be delivered to your lab in one piece, minimising on-site setup time.
Customisable MultiDose can be purchased straight 'off the shelf' or it can be custom built. This could include additional module/s or we can integrate it into a glovebox, or an enclosure for air filtration for example.
Labman supportAs with every Labman system, we offer fantastic support packages, and each system comes with a 1-year full warranty as standard.
How does MultiDose work?
Quality engineering, robust software
From beginning to end, the MultiDose workflow is engineered to minimise the need for human intervention, even in the event of errors and out-of-tolerance dispenses. Maximise your uptime and free up your technicians for the work that matters.Load the dosing heads, and your chosen vials. This can be up to 6 different vial types in the same run, owing to interchangeable gripper fingertips, and on-board vial adaptors. Enter or upload your dispense requirements and start the run.
CatSci
“Labman's dedication to quality and willingness to go the extra mile was evident in every interaction. It’s clear that each member of the Labman team takes great pride in their work, and that commitment is sincerely appreciated.” — Jean-Baptiste VendevilleAssociate Principal Scientist | CatSci