Agilent BenchCel Microplate Handler

The Agilent BenchCel Microplate Handler is a compact microplate storage and automated microplate handling system designed for integration with a variety of laboratory devices. The product features a high-speed robot, and its modular design provides the flexibility and scalability required to meet the needs of the most diverse laboratory applications.

The device conveniently stores and handles most microplates, lidded microplates, tipboxes and tube racks. Its 2-, 4- and 6-rack options add flexibility for a maximum of 360 standard microplates, while its scalable configuration allows integration of multiple instruments into a single benchtop system. Other features include 8 s transfer time from stack to instrument; a delidding function that removes and replaces microplate lids as necessary; and 66% more walk-away time than competitive systems, according to the company.

The product can be powered by the Agilent VWorks software or accessed through its ActiveX control for integration into any other software platform. VWorks includes a labware database capable of managing most labware, including standard microplates, filter plates, deep-well microplates, tipboxes and tube racks.