SPECTRO ICP Automation Arcos Combined Autodiluter RObotic System-series SPECTRO ICP AT LINE Automation Labiron ACAROS Autodiluter and SPECTRO ARCOS ICP Fully Automated Sample Preparation and Analysis Fully automated operating sample preparation and analysis system for high sample throughput ARCOS and ACAROS: the perfect team ACAROS Series Diluter Sample Preparation System The combination of the ACAROS Autodiluter with the SPECTRO ARCOS ICP-OES Spectrometer ARCOS ICP Spectrometer is an important step towards The SPECTRO ARCOS has a unique high-resolution optical system total quality control. Sampling, diluting and analysis will and sets new standards in analytical performance: a patented be carried out automatically in a multifunctional major development with unbeatable resolution (8.5 picometers integrated system: from 130 to 340 nm), accuracy and stability. 32 linear CCD detectors - sample storage allow a full spectrum from 130 to 770 nm to be collected and stored - automated aliquot sampling in 2 seconds. SPECTRO’s patented UV-PLUS system requires no - programmable dilution purge gas supply or vacuum pumps for UV performance, as the sealed optical path is permanently filled with Argon. Unlike many - vortex mixing CCD based detection systems, no sub-ambient cooling is required. - sample presentation to the ICP spectrometer The instrument can be provided with radial or axial plasma - automatic analyzer calibration observation. The radial plasma has better tolerance of high salt - automatic analyzer validation with QC samples content or organics in the sample and ability to handle slurries or - data management and interfacing to LIMS suspensions. The axial system can be supplied for those requiring The system can process a high volume of samples per the ultimate detection limits from their ICP-OES. hour in fully automatic preparation and analysis mode. Additional SPECTRO ARCOS assets include the new, extremely robust, free-running generator with a ceramic torch and solid-state power supply. SPECTRO’s novel ICAL system logic automatically monitors the system to guarantee optimum operating conditions. The “Smart Analyzer Vision” graphical user interface is characterized by flexibility, clear structure and simple operation. Applications include - Oils and Lubricants - Chemicals - Liquid waste and Environmental samples - Brines ACAROS- series autodiluters Sample preparation in a Control and communication Modular systems incorporating: one-stop-system The system control and communication are - sample tray accommodating sample racks. Most samples need some preparation before clearly structured with an advanced user Racks are available for a wide range of analysis. This could be dilution with a neutral interface. The complete system can be sample vials of different dimensions. Typical solvent or the addition of an active reagent. controlled manually or automatically. capacity 250 x 30 ml sample vials Any sample preparation will directly affect the Automatically operated, the tasks can be - ssurface level detection analytical result, so great accuracy and scheduled locally, or be generated by remote - automatic volumetric sampling unit precision are required. links to operators in the control room or the - sample preparation unit for dilution and After dilution, thorough mixing is necessary to QC department. mixing - an extra mixing unit can be used ensure sample homogeneity. If a reagent has The LABIRON ACAROS software also controls to double the mixing capacity and thereby been added, a waiting period may be needed the main functions of the SPECTRO ARCOS, supply a continuous sample stream to ensure complete reaction. Sometimes giving the operator complete overall system - interactive cleaning system with auto-check sample and reagents need to be transferred to control. The analytical results are directly - sample validation with QC samples a secondary vial for further processing. available via TCP/IP connections, or results - automatic calibrations All these actions can be taken care of by the can be transferred to an external database. - user interface incorporating system control ACAROS, without operator intervention. and data management, including data transfer to external databases or LIMS This means: - reduced overall operating costs Options: - minimal opportunity for human error - independent sample tray for secondary - optimal use of laboratory workforce tubes or wells All sample preparation variables can be - system remote control configured via the user interface. Some - acid resistant wetted components samples, like control and calibration samples, - weight/volume diluting may need individual treatment. The ACAROS software allows the autosampler to be fully and flexibly configured to meet all these requirements. Automatic execution of control Remote control and diagnostics sample and normalization measurements The complete system can be controlled remotely from, e.g., To validate the operation of the the control room or the quality SPECTRO ARCOS, the ACAROS department. This enables the software can introduce control operator to stay in his own samples either manually or as part of environment and control the system the operating schedule. If an error is at the same time. The control and detected a corrective action calibration of the system can be (ICALization, standardization, operated remotely, too although in calibration) will follow automatically. normal operation the control and If the condition is not corrected, the calibration is done automatically Autodiluter will warn the operator according to a pre-programmed and shut down the sampling schedule. sequence. Key features of the ACAROS LABIRON SYSTEMS BV Specialises in automated - automated sampling, dilution, systems for laboratory and control and calibration inline process analysis: - very large working area with - sample and product capacity for many samples handling and preparation - interactive cleaning system - analytical instrument control - automated data acquisition and - data acquisition and data management management - communication with - communication with customers’ IT systems customers’ intelligence systems (LIMS, etc.) Labiron Systems ems is an independent Dutch company with 25 years experience in industrial and laboratory automation. Labiron Systems operates according to ISO 9001-2000 standards and is a preferred Labiron Systems BV partner of SPECTRO Analytical Nieuwe Aamsestraat 88 Instruments in Kleve, Germany. 6662 NK Elst SPECTRO is an AMETEK The Netherlands Company. 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