Waters Automates Solid Phase Extraction of Biological, Food and Environmental Samples with Andrew+ Pipetting Robot

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Waters Corporation has launched the Extraction+ Connected Device, which automates solid phase extraction (SPE) methods, significantly reducing sample preparation time by up to four hours per sample set. This innovation, compatible with the Andrew+ Pipetting Robot and controlled through OneLab Software, minimizes user variability and enhances assay reproducibility. The device is now available globally, marking a step forward in laboratory efficiency for biological, food, forensic, and environmental applications.

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• Introduction of Extraction+ Connected Device enhances operational efficiency by saving scientists up to four hours of bench time per sample set.
• Automation of SPE methods reduces risks related to user variability, leading to improved assay reproducibility.
• Integration with Andrew+ Pipetting Robot and OneLab Software offers a comprehensive automation solution for sample preparation.

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• None.

News Summary:

• New Extraction+™ Connected Device automates and documents SPE methods, shaving hours off sample preparation for biological, food, forensic, environmental, and clinical research applications.
• Waters OneLab™ Software guides users through the process of creating, optimizing and transferring sample preparation methods across different labs and users.
• Automated solution frees up scientists to perform other tasks, minimizes human error that can compromise results, and helps ensure assay performanceⁱ.

MILFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) today introduced Extraction+ Connected Device, a new software-controlled product for the Waters™ Andrew+™ Pipetting Robot that automates the preparation of biological, food, forensics and environmental samples by solid phase extraction (SPE). The Extraction+ Connected Device eliminates the need to manually pipette and extract samples with a hands-free, automated approach to SPE. It can save scientists up to four hours of bench time for each sample set and reduce the risk of user-to-user variability.ⁱⁱ

The Extraction+ Connected Device fully automates negative pressure, solid phase extraction sample preparation methods when combined with the Andrew+ Pipetting Robot. (Photo: Business Wire)

“Reproducing the results of research studies is a common challenge across scientific disciplines, and SPE techniques that are error-prone and difficult to repeat are a significant cause,” said Erin Chambers, Vice President, Chemistry, Waters Corporation. “The Andrew+ Pipetting Robot with Extraction+ Connected Device and OneLab Software helps analytical laboratories improve reproducibility while giving bench chemists up to four hours back that would otherwise be spent on manual pipetting and sample extraction."

The Extraction+ Connected Device is one of several “connected devices” for the Andrew+ Pipetting Robot, which are controlled using Waters’ OneLab Software. With a simple and intuitive user interface, OneLab Software makes it easy for designing and executing automated sample preparation protocols such as pipetting, shaking, cooling and heating, and purifying genomic, plasmid and mitochondrial DNA samples. The Extraction+ Connected Device consists of a new smart pump, a manifold for holding 1cc, 3cc and 6cc cartridges or elution plates, and software for creating and controlling pressure gradients during SPE cleanup procedures.

The Extraction+ Connected Device is now available from Waters worldwide.

Additional Resources

• Learn more about the Extraction+ Connected Device
• See what fully-automated SPE looks like with this video
• Download a copy of the Extraction+ Connected Device infographic
• Follow and connect with Waters via LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook

About Waters Corporation (www.waters.com)

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT), a global leader in analytical instruments and software, has pioneered chromatography, mass spectrometry, and thermal analysis innovations serving the life, materials, and food sciences for more than 60 years. With more than 7,800 employees worldwide, Waters operates directly in more than 35 countries, including 14 manufacturing facilities, and with products available in more than 100 countries.

Waters, Andrew+, OneLab and Extraction+ are trademarks of Waters Corporation.

ⁱ Fully Automated Bioanalytical SPE Sample Preparation Using the Extraction+ Connected Device with the Andrew+ Pipetting Robot
ⁱⁱ Represents time saved from having to attend to an unautomated 96-well extraction plate SPE method.

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Brian J. Murphy

PR Manager, Corporate Communications

Waters Corporation

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Source: Waters Corporation

FAQ

What is the Extraction+ Connected Device from Waters Corporation?

The Extraction+ Connected Device automates solid phase extraction (SPE) methods for various applications, reducing sample preparation time.

How much time can scientists save using the Extraction+ Connected Device?

Scientists can save up to four hours of bench time for each sample set when using the Extraction+ Connected Device.

What types of samples can the Extraction+ Connected Device prepare?

The device is designed for biological, food, forensic, and environmental samples.

When was the Extraction+ Connected Device launched?

The Extraction+ Connected Device was launched on October 11, 2022.

Is the Extraction+ Connected Device available worldwide?

Yes, the Extraction+ Connected Device is available from Waters worldwide.