Automated Sample Preparation Platforms

Astation runs sample preparation and chromatographic injection as one automated sequence. Liquid injection, static headspace, solid-phase microextraction and purge-and-trap sit alongside standard preparation, vortex mixing and liquid-liquid extraction, and the modules combine freely under one software package. It is aimed at labs that want volatile and semi-volatile results from solid, liquid and gas samples without manual transfers.

• Fully automated preparation and injection, improving precision and reproducibility
• Covers volatile and semi-volatile analytes in solid, liquid and gas samples
• Liquid injection, static headspace, solid-phase microextraction and purge-and-trap on one platform
• Function modules switch automatically; preparation and analysis overlap
• Mounts above the chromatograph, adding capability without another bench
• One-leads-two injection lets a single platform feed two chromatographs
• Smart chip recognition traces consumables; fits any chromatograph brand

MiniLab-3000 is the automated liquid handling platform in the MiniLab line, built to prepare standard solutions, mixed standards, internal standard curves and diluted samples ahead of GC and LC. Dual syringe pumps, several mixing modes and a multi-stage needle wash keep transfers accurate and free of carryover, and 2 mL vial trays are available in 180 or 288 positions.

• Prepares calibration curves, mixed standards and internal standard curves
• Dilutes liquid samples and dispenses standards or QC spikes into prepared vials
• Sealed vial piercing with precise pipetting for air-sensitive solutions
• Aspirate-dispense, bubble and vortex mixing modes in one sequence
• Needle washed inside and out, with an active waste pump against carryover
• 2 mL vial trays in 180 or 288 positions for multi-residue panels

MiniLab-O is the second configuration in the MiniLab automated liquid handling line. It performs the same core work: preparing calibration and mixed standards, diluting liquid samples, adding internal standards and quality-control spikes, and delivering prepared vials to a GC or LC system. The dual syringe pump architecture, sealed piercing, multi-mode mixing and 180- or 288-position vial capacity carry across the line.

• Automated standard preparation and liquid handling without manual pipetting
• Dual syringe pump design switches automatically for the liquid in use
• Multiple mixing modes, including bubble and vortex, for homogeneous standards
• Software calculates the preparation scheme and displays it in real time
• Fits into the same workflow as MiniLab-3000 for routine GC and LC support
• Reduces solvent exposure and repetitive pipetting for bench staff