Integrates with Many Lab Equipment
Main Features of SoftLinx Automation Software
Intuitive Interface
The easy-to-use interface features a drag-and-drop flowchart-like interface allowing lab programmers to create and/or customize new protocols by adding and deleting individual steps. A series of independent or interdependent methods can also be defined.
Flexible Programming
SoftLinx converts large integrated systems into a combination of small virtual workcells. This automated software allows the user to program select lab instruments currently needed for a specific operation. SoftLinx also allows users to start and run additional methods (even while another method is running) , using the same instruments, whether pre-planned or not.
Convenient Scheduling
SoftLinx promotes an efficient lab by synchronizing the operation of various instruments with a scheduling feature that allows the run of complex protocols. SoftLinx will deploy liquid handling robots, run any instrument independently, or maximize the productivity of certain programmed protocols while a particular lab instrument is unavailable.
Predictive
SoftLinx has a “simulate” mode that provides a graphical display of plate movement timing allowing programmers to build and edit protocols prior to an actual run with the instrument.
Features of SoftLinx Automation Software
- Multi-tasking executable program with built-in dynamic scheduling
- Connectivity to > 100 lab automation devices with Hudson-supplied interfaces
- Icon-based drag-and-drop configuration and method editing
- Individual icons for each connected laboratory instrument
- Capable of simultaneously executing multiple method threads and multiple methods
- Simple “VCR”-type buttons for starting and stopping methods
- Real-time display of all workcell actions during operation of the system
- Supports full recovery from unscheduled shutdowns or interruptions
- Superior context sensitive help system
- Encrypted password entry and password change feature for all users
- Multi-level user access and permissions
- Data Audit trail to log all user-permitted actions
- Allows operators to add plates to a run already in progress
- Supports parallel assays, resulting in higher throughput
- Facilitates accurate event timing, such as incubation periods
- Complex methods can be built using functions, such as loops, if-then statements, math and string functions, and timers for incubations.
- 21CFR Part 11 compatible
List of SoftLinx Integrations
Below is the latest available list of laboratory instruments that can be integrated with SoftLinx Automation Software.
Advanced Liquid Handling Systems | Flow Cytometers | Misc. Integrations |
Bar Code Readers & Printers | High Content Screening | Multi-Mode Plate Readers |
Basic Liquid Handling & Pipetting Stations | QPCR/Thermocyclers | Other Readers |
Balances | Incubators/Freezers | Plate Sealers |
Centrifuges | Liquid Dispensers | Scintillation & Luminescence Counters |
| Microplate Washers | |