Microbial Screening and Selection
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Microbial Screening and Selection
Microbial screening is a foundational technique in microbiology for the automated screening and objective selection of individual microbial colonies from mixed cultures. This process is essential for clinical diagnostics, biotechnology, environmental microbiology, and genetic engineering, where purity and precision are paramount. Our QPix® systems are designed to streamline these workflows, significantly reducing time and labor while ensuring high accuracy and throughput.
Our QPix® systems are fully automated and capable of screening thousands of colonies per day. These microbial screening technologies include advanced imaging and data management features, enabling researchers to isolate pure microbial cultures with high precision. They support various microbial screening methods, from high-throughput screening to custom workflows, ensuring broad utility in diverse research and industrial settings.
What is Microbial Screening?
Microbial screening involves the use of automated technologies to identify and select individual microbial colonies from a mixture. This critical process helps ensure the purity and accuracy needed in various scientific and industrial applications. With QPix® systems, you can enhance your microbial screening capabilities, achieving efficient and reliable results.
Our microbial colony picking solutions
QPix® HT
High-throughput microbial colony picking system
The QPix® HT is engineered for high-throughput environments, providing robust solutions for microbial screening and colony picking.
- Automated high-throughput screening: Screens up to 30,000 colonies per day, ideal for large-scale projects.
- Advanced imaging technology: Utilizes high-resolution imaging for precise colony identification and selection.
- Integrated data management: Seamlessly integrates with data management systems for efficient data tracking and analysis.
- Customizable workflows: Flexible software allows for customization to meet specific research needs.
QPix® 450/460
Maximize efficiency and throughput
From plating to picking, the QPix 450 and 460 Microbial Colony Pickers offer unparalleled throughput and efficiency, perfect for high-demand laboratory environments.
- Increased throughput: Process up to 210 destination plates.
- Flexible stacker options: Up to 3 stacker lanes available.
- Extended walkaway time: Pick 14,976 colonies in 4.5 hours.
- Optional fluidics: Integrates plating and streaking seamlessly.
QPix® XE
Customizable solutions for microbial research
The QPix® XE system is a compact solution designed for efficient microbial colony picking, suitable for smaller labs or specific applications.
- Space-saving design: Compact footprint ideal for laboratories with limited space.
- Accurate colony selection: Ensures precise picking with advanced imaging technology.
- User-friendly operation: Simplifies the colony picking process with an easy-to-use interface.
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