Reliable Identification – One Tube at a Time
Secure tube identification as the basis for automated laboratory workflows.
Automated Barcode Reading of Laboratory Tubes and Vials
En el trabajo de laboratorio moderno, la trazabilidad y el seguimiento sin fisuras de numerosas muestras son de vital importancia. Aquí es donde entra en juego el LAB-BOT-ONE: ¡tu socio fiable para etiquetar tubos de laboratorio!
Esta solución avanzada de etiquetado ofrece una serie de funciones y ventajas que optimizan tu flujo de trabajo y garantizan que todas las muestras estén correctamente etiquetadas.
How Automated Barcode Reading Works
Integrated Barcode Identification in the Multifunction Unit
All LABOTIQ Lab-Bot multifunction units are equipped with an integrated barcode reader. Standard configurations support 1D barcodes, with optional support for 2D codes depending on application requirements.
During barcode reading, the tube or vial is clamped securely between rotating rollers within the multifunction unit. The barcode reading field is positioned directly on the tube surface. While the barcode is being read, the rollers rotate the tube, guiding the barcode through the reading field. As a result, reliable barcode detection is achieved regardless of the exact barcode position on the tube.
In addition to identification, the controlled rotation of the tube allows the final orientation of the barcode to be defined precisely. This makes it possible to align barcodes consistently within racks, enabling standardized orientation for subsequent automated processes such as weighing, filling or downstream handling.
Amplias opciones de etiquetado
Con el LAB-BOT-ONE, puedes etiquetar tus tubos de laboratorio con información variada para aumentar la trazabilidad y la eficacia:
Código de barras y códigos 2D
Automatiza la captura y gestión de muestras escaneando la información de la muestra. Esto aumenta la precisión y la velocidad y reduce los errores.
Pictogramas y logotipos
Utiliza símbolos visuales para identificar rápidamente los tipos de muestras, las advertencias de peligro o la información del fabricante.
Diseño y contenido de las etiquetas
Con el LAB-BOT-ONE, no sólo puedes asegurarte de que cada muestra lleva exactamente la información que necesita. También puedes diseñar tú mismo la etiqueta.
Puedes trabajar con el software de diseño que prefieras (por ejemplo, NiceLabel, CABlabel S3) o confiar en nuestra solución integrada y combinar de forma óptima el diseño y el contenido de las etiquetas.
Independientemente de si sólo necesitas etiquetar unos pocos tubos o muchos, el LAB-BOT-ONE es la elección perfecta para cualquier laboratorio moderno gracias a su flexibilidad, su sencilla configuración y el consiguiente aumento de la eficacia.
Key Benefits
Reliable Tube Identification
Automated barcode reading enables unambiguous identification of laboratory tubes as the basis for all subsequent process steps.
Position-Independent Barcode Detection
Controlled tube rotation ensures reliable barcode reading regardless of the exact barcode position on the tube surface.
Support for Common Barcode Standards
Supports widely used 1D barcode formats such as Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 128 and others, with optional support for 2D codes as Datamatrix and QR-Code.
Defined Tube Orientation
Tube rotation allows the final barcode orientation to be defined, enabling consistent alignment within racks for downstream automated processes.
Rule-Based Barcode Validation
Scanned barcodes can be validated against predefined expectations, including presence, absence or exact value matching.
Integrated Process Control
Barcode reading after labeling verifies correct label application and readability, enabling early error detection and selective sorting.
Why Automation Makes the Difference
Manual Barcode Identification
- Manual visual inspection or handheld barcode scanning
- Tube orientation must be adjusted manually for successful reading
- Limited or no control over barcode readability and print quality
- Manual assignment of identification results to positions or processes
- Increased risk of mix-ups, missed scans or undocumented errors
Automated Barcode Reading with LABOTIQ Lab-Bots
- Automated tube handling and positioning during barcode reading
- Position-independent reading through controlled tube rotation
- Defined tube orientation for consistent downstream processing
- Rule-based validation of barcode presence, absence or expected values
- Integrated verification of label readability as part of process control
Supported by LABOTIQ Systems
