Automated Robotic Cold Storage for Laboratory Automation
Cellmatic Cold Store (Automatic Retrieval Cold Storage) is an automated refrigerator designed for robotic-access storage of SBS-format labware. Built for integration into automated laboratory environments, Cellmatic Cold Store enables reliable cold storage and automated retrieval of reagents, plates, and consumables used in liquid handling workflows.
By allowing robotic systems to access refrigerated labware directly, Cellmatic Cold Store helps laboratories maintain temperature-controlled storage while enabling fully automated workflows.
Designed for Automation Integration
Cellmatic Cold Store is built to integrate seamlessly with robotic laboratory systems. Compatible with robotic arms and automated workcells, the refrigerator enables automated retrieval and return of labware used in downstream processes such as liquid handling, assay preparation, and screening workflows.
An available software API and Ethernet connectivity enable straightforward integration with third-party automation platforms and scheduling software.
Robotic-Accessible Storage
A motorized carousel-based storage system allows plates and reservoirs to be positioned for robotic access. The refrigerator is designed with an 8.1 in (205 mm) entrance opening, allowing robotic grippers to easily retrieve and return labware.
This design enables efficient integration into automated workflows while maintaining stable refrigerated conditions.
Reliable and Energy-Efficient Cooling
Cellmatic Cold Store uses a variable-speed compressor to deliver efficient and stable cooling performance. The cooling system automatically adjusts compressor operation to maintain consistent temperatures while minimizing energy consumption.
Additional cooling features include:
- Automatic defrost cycle for consistent operation
- Soft-start compressor control to prevent power surges
- Real-time cooling system monitoring with suction and discharge line pressure and temperature sensing
- Modular cooling module design for easy service and replacement
The system maintains highly accurate temperature control with ±0.2 °C accuracy at a 4 °C setpoint.
System Monitoring and Clean Operation
Cellmatic Cold Store includes several features designed to ensure reliable operation and system visibility in automated laboratories.
These include:
- Internal HEPA air filtration to maintain clean air circulation
- Built-in CCTV camera inside the cooling chamber for system monitoring
- Remote system access and integration via Ethernet connectivity
These capabilities help laboratories monitor system status and maintain consistent operation within automated environments.