Industrial laboratory
automation
We offer innovative solutions for the automation of processes in pharmaceutical, cosmetics and food & beverage Quality Control (QC) laboratories worldwide.
What is industrial laboratory automation?
Laboratory automation consists in the application of robotics, software and artificial intelligence to processes. As a result, the need for human intervention is minimised. It is possible to automate a part, several parts or the whole of the process.
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Through laboratory automation, workflows can be established to consolidate pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processes. In this way, an overview of the process is obtained and automation adds value throughout the working cycle.
What benefits does industrial laboratory automation bring?
The automation of tasks and processes promotes the emergence of advanced laboratories with the capacity to save more lives. These are some of the advantages they offer:
Greater reliability and accuracy of results.
Shortening of result delivery times.
Holistic integration of all parts of the process.
Prioritisation of modular proposals in instruments and consumables.
Increased sustainability in use of space and energy.
Orientation of the researcher towards value-added tasks
Optimisation of lab operational costs.
Which parts of the process are automated?
The level of automation must be established according to the specific needs of each laboratory. Account
must be taken of a number of factors such as, for example, the volume of tests to be carried out, the variability of these, the performance of routine tests, the technologies used in microbial identification and the availability of investment, … Some of the workflows and technologies that can be automated are, for example:
Enviromental monitoring
Environmental monitoring (usually abbreviated as EM) is an essential process for determining the quality of a controlled environment. Quality control in microbiology is critical for pharmaceutical, food and beverage and cosmetics laboratories worldwide so reliable monitoring workflow need to be in place. Keeping aseptic manufacturing processes free from bacteria is mandatory and monitored by regulation agencies like FDA and EMA (New Annex 1)
At Sener Diagnostics we are totally committed to providing our customers with added-value, robusts and reliable automation tools to achieve the highest levels of quality.
Dispensador de discos con antibiótico (ADD)
Las pruebas de sensibilidad a los antibióticos (AST) o antibiogramas se utilizan para determinar el tratamiento más eficaz contra una infección bacteriana. Determinan la susceptibilidad de un microorganismo (bacterias, hongos o virus) frente a los distintos medicamentos antimicrobianos.
Como conocedores de la importancia de estos ensayos, uno de los mayores retos clínicos en los últimos años, desde Sener Diagnostics personalizamos soluciones automatizadas, tanto para su uso en rutina como para usos rápidos (Rapid-AST) para que estas pruebas sean realizadas en los laboratorios con la mayor calidad, rapidez y seguridad para el paciente. Nuestros sistemas se desarrollan según las directrices de EUCAST® (European Comittee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) y CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.)
Enviromental Monitoring
Environmental monitoring (usually abbreviated as EM) is an essential process for determining the quality of a controlled environment. Quality control in microbiology is critical for clinical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage and cosmetics laboratories worldwide so reliable monitoring workflow need to be in place. Keeping aseptic manufacturing processes free from bacteria is mandatory and monitored by regulation agencies like FDA and EMA (New Annex 1).
At Sener Diagnostics we are totally committed to providing our customers with added-value, robusts and reliable automation tools to achieve the highest levels of quality.
Sample preparation
Automating sample preparation is crucial in industrial laboratories. Such systems proficiently manage samples, ensuring consistency and minimizing manual discrepancies. They skillfully oversee sample aliquoting and the addition of reagents, ushering in a heightened level of standardization. This not only amplifies the accuracy but also ensures replicability. With their capacity to rapidly process vast quantities of samples, automated systems cater to the expanding demands of industrial lab environments. Paired with barcoding and integrated software, these setups ensure impeccable sample tracking. In summary, automation in industrial labs refines preparatory processes, yields reliable results swiftly, and allows technicians to prioritize more complex lab undertakings.
Dispensador de discos con antibiótico (ADD)
Las pruebas de sensibilidad a los antibióticos (AST) o antibiogramas se utilizan para determinar el tratamiento más eficaz contra una infección bacteriana. Determinan la susceptibilidad de un microorganismo (bacterias, hongos o virus) frente a los distintos medicamentos antimicrobianos.
Como conocedores de la importancia de estos ensayos, uno de los mayores retos clínicos en los últimos años, desde Sener Diagnostics personalizamos soluciones automatizadas, tanto para su uso en rutina como para usos rápidos (Rapid-AST) para que estas pruebas sean realizadas en los laboratorios con la mayor calidad, rapidez y seguridad para el paciente. Nuestros sistemas se desarrollan según las directrices de EUCAST® (European Comittee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) y CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.)
Sample preparation
Such systems proficiently manage samples, ensuring consistency and minimizing manual discrepancies. They skillfully oversee sample aliquoting and the addition of reagents, ushering in a heightened level of standardization. This not only amplifies the accuracy but also ensures replicability. With their capacity to rapidly process vast quantities of samples, automated systems cater to the expanding demands of industrial lab environments. Paired with barcoding and integrated software, these setups ensure impeccable sample tracking. In summary, automation in industrial labs refines preparatory processes, yields reliable results swiftly, and allows technicians to prioritize more complex lab undertakings.
Streaking
In pharmaceutical and food industry labs, streaking is a fundamental procedure to distribute microorganisms across a culture medium. Utilizing sterile loops, spreaders, or swabs, a sample is placed on a Petri dish filled with a suitable nutritive medium. Depending on the specific industrial application, various streaking techniques can be adopted, such as spread plate, drop, or line streaking. The aim is to secure isolated colonies, streamlining the identification and study of specific microorganisms crucial for drug development or food safety. Following this, the plates undergo incubation under optimal conditions, fostering microbial growth and the emergence of discernible colonies vital for quality control and industrial research.
Dispensador de discos con antibiótico (ADD)
Las pruebas de sensibilidad a los antibióticos (AST) o antibiogramas se utilizan para determinar el tratamiento más eficaz contra una infección bacteriana. Determinan la susceptibilidad de un microorganismo (bacterias, hongos o virus) frente a los distintos medicamentos antimicrobianos.
Como conocedores de la importancia de estos ensayos, uno de los mayores retos clínicos en los últimos años, desde Sener Diagnostics personalizamos soluciones automatizadas, tanto para su uso en rutina como para usos rápidos (Rapid-AST) para que estas pruebas sean realizadas en los laboratorios con la mayor calidad, rapidez y seguridad para el paciente. Nuestros sistemas se desarrollan según las directrices de EUCAST® (European Comittee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) y CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.)
Streaking
Utilizing sterile loops, spreaders, or swabs, a sample is placed on a Petri dish filled with a suitable nutritive medium. Depending on the specific industrial application, various streaking techniques can be adopted, such as spread plate, drop, or line streaking. The aim is to secure isolated colonies, streamlining the identification and study of specific microorganisms crucial for drug development or food safety. Following this, the plates undergo incubation under optimal conditions, fostering microbial growth and the emergence of discernible colonies vital for quality control and industrial research.
Analysis by software and Artificial Intelligence
Industrial microbiology labs, especially within the pharmaceutical and food sectors, are under mounting pressure to hasten acquisition times and enhance result accuracy. Incorporating AI into these operations augments existing systems, propelling both the rapidity and precision of analyses – the cornerstone of laboratory automation. The emergence of digital microbiology and telebacteriology epitomizes modern trends in industrial lab practices. Digital imagery access not only fortifies workflow traceability but also amplifies interoperability with diverse processes. It encourages remote evaluations and paves the way for novel industrial ventures. At Sener Diagnostics, we tailor and integrate unique algorithms for various applications, catering to a broad spectrum of industrial needs.
Dispensador de discos con antibiótico (ADD)
Las pruebas de sensibilidad a los antibióticos (AST) o antibiogramas se utilizan para determinar el tratamiento más eficaz contra una infección bacteriana. Determinan la susceptibilidad de un microorganismo (bacterias, hongos o virus) frente a los distintos medicamentos antimicrobianos.
Como conocedores de la importancia de estos ensayos, uno de los mayores retos clínicos en los últimos años, desde Sener Diagnostics personalizamos soluciones automatizadas, tanto para su uso en rutina como para usos rápidos (Rapid-AST) para que estas pruebas sean realizadas en los laboratorios con la mayor calidad, rapidez y seguridad para el paciente. Nuestros sistemas se desarrollan según las directrices de EUCAST® (European Comittee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) y CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.)
Analysis by software and Artificial Intelligence
The integration of AI into these workflows as a complementary tool will improve the speed and quality of diagnosis, which is ultimately the aim of all laboratory automation. Both digital microbiology and telebacteriology are clear trends in the sector. Having access to all kinds of digital images markedly improves workflow traceability, increases the possibility of interconnecting the results with other processes, facilitates evaluation in remote locations and opens up new clinical opportunities.
At Sener Diagnostics, we develop and/or integrate specific algorithms for each application, both for clinical and industrial applications.
Sample carousels
There is a very wide range of consumables in the market. At present, there are a great many local and international sources of material supply, with numerous factories. This diversity, represents an enormous challenge for those of us who are engaged in the development of automatisms. The new systems must take this diversity into account, and systems must be designed that can integrate consumables of different origins and tolerances.
As part of our product culture, at Sener Diagnostics we are experts in the development of robust solutions with the capacity to integrate many consumables on the market. Thanks to this philosophy, laboratories can use the instruments more freely in comparison with other less flexible solutions.
Dispensador de discos con antibiótico (ADD)
Las pruebas de sensibilidad a los antibióticos (AST) o antibiogramas se utilizan para determinar el tratamiento más eficaz contra una infección bacteriana. Determinan la susceptibilidad de un microorganismo (bacterias, hongos o virus) frente a los distintos medicamentos antimicrobianos.
Como conocedores de la importancia de estos ensayos, uno de los mayores retos clínicos en los últimos años, desde Sener Diagnostics personalizamos soluciones automatizadas, tanto para su uso en rutina como para usos rápidos (Rapid-AST) para que estas pruebas sean realizadas en los laboratorios con la mayor calidad, rapidez y seguridad para el paciente. Nuestros sistemas se desarrollan según las directrices de EUCAST® (European Comittee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) y CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.)
Sample carousels
This diversity, represents an enormous challenge for those of us who are engaged in the development of automatisms. The new systems must take this diversity into account, and systems must be designed that can integrate consumables of different origins and tolerances.
As part of our product culture, at Sener Diagnostics we are experts in the development of robust solutions with the capacity to integrate many consumables on the market. Thanks to this philosophy, laboratories can use the instruments more freely in comparison with other less flexible solutions.
Inoculation of media
Medium is an integral tool in industrial microbiology, especially within the pharmaceutical and food sectors. This medium is fortified with nutrients essential for nurturing a diverse range of microorganisms. Various media exist, each catering to distinct objectives aligned with industrial applications. Given the specificity and critical nature of these media, state-of-the-art automation is imperative for accurate inoculation. At Sener Diagnostics, we’ve pioneered systems tailored for inoculating these enrichment media. Once inoculated, these media undergo meticulous cultivation and incubation in line with the stipulated industrial protocols.
Dispensador de discos con antibiótico (ADD)
Las pruebas de sensibilidad a los antibióticos (AST) o antibiogramas se utilizan para determinar el tratamiento más eficaz contra una infección bacteriana. Determinan la susceptibilidad de un microorganismo (bacterias, hongos o virus) frente a los distintos medicamentos antimicrobianos.
Como conocedores de la importancia de estos ensayos, uno de los mayores retos clínicos en los últimos años, desde Sener Diagnostics personalizamos soluciones automatizadas, tanto para su uso en rutina como para usos rápidos (Rapid-AST) para que estas pruebas sean realizadas en los laboratorios con la mayor calidad, rapidez y seguridad para el paciente. Nuestros sistemas se desarrollan según las directrices de EUCAST® (European Comittee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) y CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.)
Inoculation of media
This medium is fortified with nutrients essential for nurturing a diverse range of microorganisms. Various media exist, each catering to distinct objectives aligned with industrial applications. Given the specificity and critical nature of these media, state-of-the-art automation is imperative for accurate inoculation. At Sener Diagnostics, we’ve pioneered systems tailored for inoculating these enrichment media. Once inoculated, these media undergo meticulous cultivation and incubation in line with the stipulated industrial protocols.
Transportation of samples
During the transportation and handling of samples throughout the laboratory process, it is vital to avoid contamination and errors of diagnosis. From the moment the sample enters the pre-analytical phase, as it undergoes the processes of culture, incubation, reading and staining, right through to the post-analytical phase, each sample must be handled in compliance with strict demands and with the utmost care. The prevention of errors is one of the most important objectives of every microbiology lab.
At Sener Diagnostics, we develop sample handling systems that cover the entire laboratory automation cycle. Our sub-systems can be interconnected to work together or they can work autonomously, in line with a modular model that can be adapted to the needs of the lab.
Dispensador de discos con antibiótico (ADD)
Las pruebas de sensibilidad a los antibióticos (AST) o antibiogramas se utilizan para determinar el tratamiento más eficaz contra una infección bacteriana. Determinan la susceptibilidad de un microorganismo (bacterias, hongos o virus) frente a los distintos medicamentos antimicrobianos.
Como conocedores de la importancia de estos ensayos, uno de los mayores retos clínicos en los últimos años, desde Sener Diagnostics personalizamos soluciones automatizadas, tanto para su uso en rutina como para usos rápidos (Rapid-AST) para que estas pruebas sean realizadas en los laboratorios con la mayor calidad, rapidez y seguridad para el paciente. Nuestros sistemas se desarrollan según las directrices de EUCAST® (European Comittee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) y CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.)
Transportation of samples
From the moment the sample enters the pre-analytical phase, as it undergoes the processes of culture, incubation, reading and staining, right through to the post-analytical phase, each sample must be handled in compliance with strict demands and with the utmost care. The prevention of errors is one of the most important objectives of every microbiology lab.
At Sener Diagnostics, we develop sample handling systems that cover the entire laboratory automation cycle. Our sub-systems can be interconnected to work together or they can work autonomously, in line with a modular model that can be adapted to the needs of the lab.
What size should an industrial QC laboratory have to be suitable for automation?
At present, all laboratories, independently of their size, are having to handle a larger volume of tests. Fortunately, with Sener solutions, all can benefit from the advantages of laboratory automation.
Results can be obtained more quickly.
Improved performance and precision in processes.
Reduction of costs associated with laboratory automation.
Large laboratories can automate complete processes, whereas smaller ones can opt to automate just a few parts, such as test tube centrifugation or plate streaking. Bearing in mind that laboratory automation is scalable, those laboratories that plan to grow can begin by mechanising a module and then gradually extend their activities according to their needs.
Laboratory automation at Sener Diagnostics
At Sener Diagnostics, we make automation accessible to laboratories in order to improve people’s lives and speed up diagnosis.
Researchers and technicians will finally be able to devote time to tasks of greater added value, thanks to the systematisation of repetitive, tedious and low-value processes.
Thanks to our technology and experience, we can undertake any redesign of laboratory workflows.
- We offer quality, reliability and speed of results.
- We introduce new tools which substantially increase operating capacity and traceability.
At Sener Diagnostics, we believe that automation must generate value.
