Test More Cannabis Samples and Reduce Labor Hours with Automation
We offer turnkey automation solutions that can be used for DNA extraction and qPCR setup, thanks to our distributor partnerships with Agilent, Hamilton Robotics, and MGI. Purchase liquid handling robots directly from Medicinal Genomics, and the equipment will arrive outfitted with all the add-ons and accessories needed to test your cannabis samples. You can also purchase Medicinal Genomics approved software methods, so you don’t need to worry about programming the machine.
Automation Options
Be sure to consider sample volume when choosing which automation machine will work for you. You can always contact a Medicinal Genomics representative for help deciding what’s best for your lab.
Equipment
Comparison
Application Note
Sample Throughput*
Deck Locations
Channels/96 Head
Additional Features
Samples per Day CA**
Reactions per Day CA**
Samples per Day AHP***
Reactions per Day AHP***
Samples per Day USP****
Reactions per Day USP****
Instrument Processing Time (Hours)
Technician Time (Hours)
LIMS Compatible
Preprogrammed Methods
Manual Processing
NA
Low
NA
NA
NA
92
192
44
192
28
192
NA
4-6
No
No
Hamiltion
STARlet 8 Tip
Hamilton
STARlet 8 w/96 Head
MGISP-960
High
24
96 Head
HEPA System
UV Disinfection
184-368
384-768
88-172
384-768
56-112
384-768
2
2
Yes
Yes
*Throughput estimates do not take into account sample homogenization process or number of available qPCR instruments.
**Required CA tests are Salmonella, STEC, Aspergillus Multiplex (A. niger, A. flavus, A. fumigatus, A. terreus)
***Required AHP tests are Total Yeast & Mold, Total Aerobic Count, E. coli, Salmonella, Bile-Tolerant Gram-Negative, Coliform
****Required USP tests are Total Aerobic Count, Total Yeast & Mold, Total Coliform, Bile-Tolerant Gram-Negative (BTGN), E. coli, Salmonella, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staph aureus
Company Profiles
Learn more about the companies who are trusted to provide automation solutions for Medicinal Genomics’ products. Liquid handling robots are ordered directly from Medicinal Genomics, and will come with all of the necessary add-ons and attachments for testing cannabis samples.
Agilent is a leader in life sciences, diagnostics and applied chemical markets. The company provides laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise, enabling customers to gain the insights they seek. Agilent’s space-saving and flexible automated liquid handling solutions enable simplified sample preparation with consistent high accuracy. From a small garage in Palo Alto, California, to employees around the world serving customers in 110 countries, Agilent has a long history of innovation and leadership in the communications, electronics, semiconductor, test and measurement, life sciences and chemical analysis industries.
Hamilton Company specializes in the development, manufacturing and customization of precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling workstations, and sample management systems. Hamilton’s processes are optimized for quality and flexibility. Hamilton Company has been a leading global manufacturer for more than 60 years, with headquarters in Reno, Nevada; Franklin, Massachusetts; Timișoara, Romania; Bonaduz, Switzerland; and subsidiary offices throughout the world.
MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (referred to as MGI) is committed to building core tools and technology to lead life science through intelligent innovation. With a focus on R&D, production and sales of DNA sequencing instruments, reagents, and related products, MGI provides real-time, panoramic, and full-life-cycle equipment and systems for precision medicine, precision agriculture, precision healthcare and other relevant industries. Providing High-throughput Automated Sample Preparation Systems that are flexible, fully automated, and efficient. MGI operates in more than 70 countries and regions, serving more than 1000 customers.
Eliminate User Errors
Automation of DNA extraction and qPCR setup not only saves labs time and labor, it also eliminates many user errors that come up with manual testing processes.
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