Laboratory
automation
Our range of sub-systems and experience, we can offer customised laboratory automation.
- Both Clinical & Industrial applications.
- We personalise solutions for every need.
- We develop unique automatisms for each client.
- We work with pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical processes.
What is 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.
Innovation Team
The innovation team manages both internal and external proposals, making an exclusive evaluation of the viability of each opportunity for possible integration into new developments.
Innovation Team
The innovation team manages both internal and external proposals, making an exclusive evaluation of the viability of each opportunity for possible integration into new developments.
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 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:
Focus on patient service.
Greater reliability and accuracy of results.
Shortening of result delivery times.
Application of artificial intelligence.
Greater number of patient parameters in the diagnostic process.
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 or hospital tests, the technologies used in microbial identification and susceptibility testing, the availability of investment, … Some of the workflows and technologies that can be automated are, for example:
Antibiotic disc dispenser (ADD)
Antibiotic sensitivity testing (AST) or antibiograms are used to determine the most effective treatment against a bacterial infection. They determine the susceptibility of a microorganism (bacteria, fungi or viruses) to different antimicrobial medicines.
Aware of the importance of these tests, which represent one of the greatest clinical challenges of recent years, at Sener Diagnostics we personalise automated solutions, both for their use in routine tests and for rapid uses (Rapid-AST), ensuring that the tests are conducted in laboratories where the patient is offered the maximum quality, speed and safety. Our systems are developed according to the guidelines of EUCAST® (European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) and CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.) .
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.)
Antibiotic disc dispenser (ADD)
They determine the susceptibility of a microorganism (bacteria, fungi or viruses) to different antimicrobial medicines.
Aware of the importance of these tests, which represent one of the greatest clinical challenges of recent years, at Sener Diagnostics we personalise automated solutions, both for their use in routine tests and for rapid uses (Rapid-AST), ensuring that the tests are conducted in laboratories where the patient is offered the maximum quality, speed and safety. Our systems are developed according to the guidelines of EUCAST® (European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing) and CLSI® (Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute Inc.) .
Blood cultures
Blood cultures are performed to detect infections in the blood and to identify their cause. This is a laboratory test in which the blood extracted is inoculated in bottles with culture medium. These tests must be requested when an infection of the bloodstream or sepsis is suspected. Such infections are usually bacteremia (if caused by bacteria), fungemia (caused by fungi or yeasts) or viremia (caused by a virus).
Correct operation of the workflow, from extraction, transportation of the samples and incubation to interpretation of results, is crucial for a good diagnosis.
Sepsis is currently considered to be one of the principal public health problems around the world. This is why, at Sener Diagnostics, we develop new systems that enhance the workflow and lead to a swifter and more reliable diagnosis.
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.)
Blood cultures
These tests must be requested when an infection of the bloodstream or sepsis is suspected. Such infections are usually bacteremia (if caused by bacteria), fungemia (caused by fungi or yeasts) or viremia (caused by a virus).
Correct operation of the workflow, from extraction, transportation of the samples and incubation to interpretation of results, is crucial for a good diagnosis.
Sepsis is currently considered to be one of the principal public health problems around the world. This is why, at Sener Diagnostics, we develop new systems that enhance the workflow and lead to a swifter and more reliable diagnosis.
Analysis by software and Artificial Intelligence
Clinical microbiology labs are currently facing increased demand to reduce acquisition time and improve results. 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.
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.
Gram workflow
Gram staining is a technique for the identification of bacteria. It is one of the most common ways of diagnosing a bacterial infection in the body. These tests identify whether the bacteria are Gram-positive or Gram-negative, what shape they have, how they are organised…
A microbiology lab requires automatisms which will complement the culture workflow by making the tasks of preparation, staining and interpretation of the Gram stains easier to perform.
At Sener Diagnostics, we develop new systems – be these connected to routine culture flows or systems that can work independently without being connected – that add value to the traditional workflow, which is usually very manual, with processes that are not interconnected.
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.)
Gram workflow
These tests identify whether the bacteria are Gram-positive or Gram-negative, what shape they have, how they are organised…
A microbiology lab requires automatisms which will complement the culture workflow by making the tasks of preparation, staining and interpretation of the Gram stains easier to perform.
At Sener Diagnostics, we develop new systems – be these connected to routine culture flows or systems that can work independently without being connected – that add value to the traditional workflow, which is usually very manual, with processes that are not interconnected.
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 enrichment media
An enrichment medium is a culture medium that contains the nutrients needed to support the growth of a wide variety of microorganisms. There are numerous types of enrichment media: Blood Agar, MacConkey Agar, Sabouraud Agar… each of which is used with specific objectives.
This type of culture medium requires automation systems that can inoculate the sample reliably. At Sener Diagnostics, we have developed systems for the inoculation of enrichment media which are subsequently cultivated and incubated, according to the protocol required in each case.
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 enrichment media
There are numerous types of enrichment media: Blood Agar, MacConkey Agar, Sabouraud Agar… each of which is used with specific objectives.
This type of culture medium requires automation systems that can inoculate the sample reliably. At Sener Diagnostics, we have developed systems for the inoculation of enrichment media which are subsequently cultivated and incubated, according to the protocol required in each case.
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.
Microgravity
From the aerospace industry to instruments for microbiology and diagnostic products. Devices
for biological and biomedical research related with manned space flights and subsequent technology transfer to microbiology applications in clinical and industrial laboratories.
At Sener Diagnostics, we take a cross-cutting approach in order to transfer know-how and technology from the aerospace sector to the clinical and industrial microbiology laboratories sector. These new technologies, focused towards disruptive diagnostic systems and new automation systems, facilitate the development of new instruments adapted to the needs of microbiology labs.
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.)
Microgravity
Devices for biological and biomedical research related with manned space flights and subsequent technology transfer to microbiology applications in clinical and industrial laboratories.
At Sener Diagnostics, we take a cross-cutting approach in order to transfer know-how and technology from the aerospace sector to the clinical and industrial microbiology laboratories sector. These new technologies, focused towards disruptive diagnostic systems and new automation systems, facilitate the development of new instruments adapted to the needs of microbiology labs.
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.
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 Monitorinh
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.
What size should a 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, 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.
