Assay Manager is a simple way to queue your assays in a high usage environment.

Assay Manager enables multiple users to queue their samples for processing, even when there are batches of plates being processed. Simply answer a few questions about your assay, load the plates, hit go and walk away.  Assay Manager turns operating an Overlord controlled workcell into a simple procedure, requiring minimal training.

Assay Manager – Benefits

Queue your batch of samples for processing even while the system is processing previous batches
Simplify staff training with this easy to use interface
Full inventory sample tracking
Improve laboratory efficiency at a stroke – by eliminating workcell dead time
See exactly what is happening in your workcell at all times.

Product Description

Assay Manager – features
One click to add a new batch of samples, even when the system is running
Sample queuing interface
One user interface for multiple platforms
Intuitive – guides the user the through every step
Optional inventory management on your automated workcell
Integrate any of the 497 instruments in the Overlord driver list
Runtime review screen
Easy Sample Queuing for Overlord Controlled Workcells
The Assay Manager is a sample queuing user interface for Overlord.  Its intuitive to use, enabling users to add batches of samples to the automation system, review the current status of the automation system and add new processes.

On selecting the ‘Add’ function, Assay Manager presents the user with a dialogue box requesting information about the batch of samples to be processed, for example; the standard operating protocol required, number of samples and liquid dispensing volumes.

Assay Manager directs the user to load the samples and when the automation system is ready, the batch will be processed. The display screen shows the user that the run status and on completion, the user is advised where to collect the output plates. A second or third user can load their batch plates.  These batches will then be run sequentially, without further intervention.

Peak Analysis & Automation (PAA) provides state-of-the-art automation technology to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The company offers a complete design and build service for laboratory automation, including the manufacture and supply number of standard products such as laboratory robots, automation software and integrated automation workcells.