Research examination: Collection of particles for analysis
In the heart of Wokingham, a pioneering company named Apacor Ltd is making waves in the field of in vitro medical diagnostics. Recently, they have announced the launch of a groundbreaking particle sampling product for real estate inspections and cleanroom monitoring. The success of this development can be attributed, in part, to the integration of advanced precision dispensing technology.
During the manufacturing development phase, Apacor encountered a challenge: accurately applying liquid onto microscope slides, with droplets in the microlitre range arranged in an array. Traditional methods such as a simple time/pressure dispensing machine and a pneumatic jetting valve were not accurate or repeatable enough for their needs. Apacor, therefore, turned to the expertise of Intertronics, a company renowned for its industry-leading dispensing solutions.
Intertronics supplied a system consisting of the ecoPEN300, a highly repeatable and accurate dispensing valve, and the F4303N ADVANCE benchtop robot. The ecoPEN300, designed for small volume fluid applications, offers high precision, positive displacement, versatility, and adjustable dispensing rates—all essential for lab work and biological chemistry.
The F4303N ADVANCE benchtop robot, with a resolution of 0.001mm per axis, was integrated with the ecoPEN300 for accurate positioning of the droplets in the required array. This combination proved instrumental in Apacor's successful manufacturing development of their new particle sampling product.
Dr. Jonathan Earl, Head of Research & Development at Apacor, is satisfied with the performance of the supplied equipment and sees no reason why all dispensing equipment needs wouldn't be sourced through Intertronics. He commends the experience of working with Intertronics, citing professionalism, friendliness, and helpfulness demonstrated throughout the process.
The benefits of such precision dispensers in lab work and biological chemistry are manifold. They ensure high precision, positive displacement, versatility, and adjustable dispensing rates, making them ideal for applications such as cell culture and microbiology, molecular biology, pharmaceutical research, and biochemical assays.
As Apacor expands its product range, Intertronics will undoubtedly remain part of the conversation. The company's commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction continues to set them apart in the competitive field of precision dispensing technology.
- In light of the success in their manufacturing development, Apacor Ltd, the Wokingham-based company pioneering in vitro medical diagnostics, is considering integrating precision dispensing technology in other areas of health-and-wellness, such as medical plastics for medical-conditions management, fitness-and-exercise equipment, and data-and-cloud-computing solutions for health records.
- As medical-technology advancements are increasingly reliant on data and cloud computing, Apacor's collaboration with Intertronics, a leader in precision dispensing technology, has the potential to drive innovation in fields like health-and-wellness and fitness-and-exercise, bringing improvements in equipment precision, versatility, and user experience.
- With their groundbreaking particle sampling product and the integration of advanced precision dispensing technology from Intertronics, Apacor Ltd is positioning itself at the forefront of the technology sector, demonstrating that collaboration between scientific, medical, and technology fields can lead to more efficient and effective solutions for various industries, including health-and-wellness, medical-conditions management, and fitness-and-exercise.
