Twister® II Plate Handler

Overview

The Twister II Microplate Handler is more than a high capacity plate stacker, it's also a plug-and-play bench top lab automation robotics system, offering increased capacity, flexibility and ease-of-use software. Following in the footsteps of it predecessor, the Twister, Twister II affords users the ability to automate many lab instruments and even build completely automated workcells. With up to 400 standard microplate capacity, Twister II provides extended hours on walk away time for scientists and researchers. The extended vertical reach of Twister II is best exploited when used with iBLOX modular system tables, allowing instruments to be housed at multiple levels thus reducing floorspace requirements. Over 1000 Twister II units have been shipped, making it hands down the industry standard robotic plate mover for life science automation.

Two Standard Models:

Traditional – Ideal for systems use or for maximal storage capability.   This unit consists of the Twister II arm with modular storage pods that attach in a semi-circular fashion.   When used in Staccato systems, we commonly use a pair of storage pods in a “bow-tie” configuration which allows the arm to access instruments to the front and rear.

Side Loader -  This model features a rectangular base with three storage racks and is ideal for loading one or two instruments.