Hamilton Robotics Enhances Field Verification Service

Reno, Nevada (January 6, 2011) - Hamilton Robotics introduces Field Verification II, an expanded service that verifies the performance of MICROLAB® STAR automated pipetting workstations and peripherals in accordance with GLP/GMP standards. The new service, performed at the customer site by a certified Hamilton technician, verifies pipetting accuracy and precision of Hamilton independent pipetting channels and multi-probe heads as well as X-Y-Z axes positioning. A dual gravimetric and photometric measurement methodology is used to quantify pipetting performance and produce a verification report in just a few hours.

The service also includes performance verification of integrated Hamilton and third parties devices, such as heater/shakers, coolers and barcode scanners "Hamilton systems are already recognized for accuracy and reliability," explained Rick Luedke, marketing manager for Hamilton Robotics. "Our new Field Verification II service provides a periodic performance check of the liquid handler and peripherals to meet regulatory guidelines and increases user confidence in results."

Hamilton is a leading worldwide supplier of precision liquid handling equipment, laboratory automation and storage systems, serving customers in academic and private research laboratories, pharmaceutical and clinical diagnostic companies and governmental institutions. Hamilton maintains headquarters in Reno, Nevada and Bonaduz, Switzerland, both of which house R&D and production facilities. Hamilton has subsidiaries for direct sales and service in many countries and works with a wide distributor network in other regions. Hamilton is a privately held company. For more information, visit www.hamiltonrobotics.com.