Despite the demand for faster, more accurate, and scalable lab workflows, manual liquid handling remains a bottleneck, consuming significant time, introducing variability, and increasing the risk of repetitive strain injuries.
Beyond simply reducing manual tasks, automated liquid handlers (ALH) can decrease errors and maximize throughput, freeing researchers to focus on high-value activities. However, choosing the right automation strategy requires careful planning—from selecting a system that meets your lab's experimental needs to optimizing protocols and ensuring proper maintenance for long-term reliability.
This guide explores key factors for ALH integration, including purchasing considerations and insights into automation’s role in critical applications like cell culture, endotoxin detection, and antibody engineering.
Download our Automated Liquid Handling Resource Guide to learn:
- How ALHs enhance accuracy, reproducibility, and efficiency in lab workflows
- Best practices for selecting, implementing, and maintaining ALHs
- Strategies for overcoming common automation challenges, from integration to staff training
- Key applications of automated liquid handling technology
