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"mosquito Genomics" is a robust nanoliter-scale dispensing device that employs a positive displacement method. It can perform accurate aspiration and dispensing, as well as precise mixing, making it suitable for various applications. By minimizing the sample volume in sample management workflows and genomics research, it contributes to cost reduction. ● Reduction of running costs through miniaturization and low dead volume The accurate dispensing mechanism allows for the handling of precious samples and expensive experimental reagents in small volumes, while also minimizing dead volume, significantly reducing running costs. ● Reduction of hands-on time and improvement of reproducibility through automation With rapid and precise operation, it eliminates dispensing errors and cross-contamination caused by human error, enhancing reproducibility. ● Improvement of data reliability through increased sample size The benefits of miniaturization extend beyond mere cost savings; it enables multiple experiments to be conducted in parallel, thereby improving data reliability. ● User-friendly The easy-to-use software makes the protocol creation process very simple.

The Dragonfly Discovery is a new non-contact dispenser that employs both positive displacement technology and disposable syringes. With its high versatility and user-friendly software, it can accommodate various assays and research with just one unit. ● Positive Displacement Technology This method uses a piston to push out the liquid. It allows for accurate dispensing of various solutions, such as those with viscosity and surface tension, without the need for class settings for each liquid. Examples: 80% glycerol, 50% EtOH, cell suspensions, etc. ● Supports Various Assays With intuitive dedicated software, you can easily design dispensing for biochemical assays, cell-based assays, bead-based assays, and more. It is also possible to control dispensing time, perform normalization, and dispense in a gradient-like manner. ● No Contamination Using disposable syringes eliminates the risk of carryover and cross-contamination. This dispensing machine has high versatility, suitable for DoE (Design of Experiment), ELISA, three-dimensional cell culture, protein crystallization assays, and more.

MX One Mixer Directly stirs the solutions in a 96 (384) well microplate, which are difficult to agitate or mix with an orbital shaker or vortex, using 96 disposable pin tools.

The apricot S3 is a high-performance dispensing system with 96/384 heads suitable for both low-throughput and high-throughput applications. With an intuitive interface using a tablet and its unique EZ-Load chip technology, it is a user-friendly automatic dispensing system that offers high dispensing uniformity and reproducibility. ● The 96-channel and 384-channel heads can be easily exchanged, allowing one unit to handle a wide range of dispensing operations. ● The deck can accommodate three plates, reservoirs, etc., and automatically moves to preset positions (X, Y, Z). ● It is capable of suction and dispensing into microplates, microtubes, deep well plates, and stacked microplates. ● A large touchscreen and intuitive interface make it easy for anyone to use. ● Its compact design allows for use within a clean bench.

The apricot S1 is a high-performance dispensing system with 96/384 heads. It is a user-friendly semi-automatic dispensing system that features unique EZ-Load chip technology, providing excellent clarity, high dispensing uniformity, and reproducibility. ● The 96-channel and 384-channel heads can be easily swapped, allowing a single unit to handle a wide range of dispensing operations. ● The deck can accommodate two plates, reservoirs, etc., and allows for adjustment of positions (X, Y, Z). ● It is capable of suction and dispensing into microplates, microtubes, deep well plates, and stacked microplates. ● With a large touchscreen and intuitive interface, it can be easily used by anyone. ● Its compact design allows for use within a clean bench.

The dragonfly discovery is a new non-contact dispenser that employs both positive displacement technology and disposable syringes. Unlike a standard reservoir (capacity: 10mL), which requires manual refilling of the solution, the AFR draws from the recirculating solution, eliminating the need for refilling. It is a useful option when you want to dispense multiple plates in conjunction with a stacker.

The apricot PP5 is a space-saving device that consolidates the functions of multiple pipettors into one, making it suitable for both production environments and laboratories. With accurate, reliable, and highly reproducible automation, it minimizes repetitive tasks, eliminates pipetting errors, and enhances productivity. Its intuitive interface, compact automatic deck with five plate positions, and optional active tip wash or reagent reservoir station simplify multiple dispensing processes and significantly speed them up. It is designed for pipetting with 8, 12, 16, 24, 96, or 384 channels and for automatic reformatting from 12 to 96 and 96 to 1536. It enables screening, high-throughput and lab automation, and automatic dispensing in microplates. It also supports serial dilution (stepwise dilution) both vertically and horizontally.

The "mosquito HTS" is a robust nanoliter-scale dispensing device that employs a positive displacement method. It not only allows for precise aspiration and dispensing but also enables accurate mixing, making it suitable for various applications. By minimizing the sample volume in sample management workflows and genomics research, it contributes to cost reduction. ● Cost reduction through miniaturization and low dead volume With its accurate dispensing mechanism, it handles precious samples and expensive reagents in small volumes while minimizing dead volume, significantly reducing running costs. ● Reduced hands-on time and improved reproducibility through automation With rapid and precise operation, it eliminates dispensing errors and cross-contamination caused by human error, enhancing reproducibility. ● Improved data reliability through increased sample size The benefits of miniaturization extend beyond mere cost savings; it allows for multiple experiments to be conducted in parallel, thereby enhancing data reliability. ● User-friendly The easy-to-use software makes the protocol creation process very simple.

The "mosquito X1" is a robust nanoliter-scale dispensing device that employs a positive displacement method. It allows for precise aspiration and dispensing, as well as accurate mixing, making it suitable for various applications. By minimizing the amount of sample handled, it contributes to cost reduction in sample management workflows and genomics research. ● Reduction of running costs through miniaturization and low dead volume The accurate dispensing mechanism enables the handling of precious samples and expensive reagents in small volumes, while also minimizing dead volume, significantly reducing running costs. ● Shortening hands-on time and improving reproducibility through automation With rapid and precise operation, it eliminates dispensing errors and cross-contamination caused by human error, enhancing reproducibility. ● Improved data reliability through increased sample size The benefits of miniaturization go beyond mere cost savings; it allows for multiple experiments to be conducted in parallel, thereby improving data reliability. ● User-friendly The easy-to-use software makes the protocol creation process very simple.

◆ Equipped with different dispensing heads 　・Supports 96ch / 384ch / 8-channel / 16-channel chips, multi-channel dispensing head (apricot-head) 　・Independent 3 or 6 channel non-contact dispensing head (dragonfly-head) In NGS library preparation, sample transfer, mixing, and supernatant removal (bead purification) are handled by chip-type dispensing heads, while the addition of various reagents such as buffers and enzymes is managed by non-contact dispensing heads. This enables low dead volume, significant reduction in chip consumption, increased speed, and space-saving (reduction in the number of required chip racks). Additionally, the dragonfly head can dispense from 200nL, allowing for the execution of micro-volume protocols. It also supports screening in general drug discovery. With a compact design (W 660 x D 560 x H 800 mm), it contributes to solving space issues in laboratories. Screening, high throughput. Compatible with high viscosity and high density. For applications such as NGS library preparation, DNA/RNA extraction and purification, etc.

With the powerful specifications of our firefly, we have added the functions of a thermal cycler and additional deck space, achieving full walk-away capability. It is equipped with different dispensing heads: - Multi-channel dispensing head (apricot-head) compatible with 96ch / 384ch / 8-channel / 16-channel chips, supporting operations such as sample transfer, mixing, and supernatant removal. - Independent non-contact dispensing head (dragonfly-head): Utilizing a positive displacement method, this non-contact dispensing is specialized for reagent dispensing and can handle high viscosity and high-density liquids. - Download ready-to-use protocols from the cloud. Protocols created in collaboration with reagent manufacturers and confirmed for operation are updated sequentially, allowing experiments to proceed with confidence. - Intuitive software that requires no special PC knowledge, designed to be user-friendly. - The firefly + is compact (W 1080 x D 560 x H 800 mm). - Equipped with a thermal cycler. - The storage shelf includes additional deck space (large 15 spaces, small 9 spaces), accommodating even higher throughput.