Flow Robotics manufactures the flowbot® ONE, a liquid handling robot designed for lab automation that simplifies workflows in applications such as PCR and NGS without the need for scripting or coding. This technology increases lab productivity by 40% and reduces turnaround time by 30%, allowing technicians to focus on more critical tasks.
Funding
$2.4M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Labs performing repetitive liquid handling tasks, such as PCR and NGS setup, face challenges in maintaining accuracy and throughput while minimizing hands-on time for skilled technicians. Traditional manual pipetting is prone to human error, can be time-consuming, and may limit the ability to scale operations efficiently.
Solution
Flow Robotics offers the flowbot® ONE, a user-friendly liquid handling robot designed to automate and streamline laboratory workflows without requiring complex scripting or coding. The robot is easily integrated into existing lab environments and can be used for a variety of applications, including PCR, qPCR, NGS, biobanking, ELISA, cell culture, and compound management. By automating these processes, the flowbot® ONE reduces manual errors, increases throughput, and frees up technicians to focus on more critical tasks, resulting in increased lab productivity and reduced turnaround times.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes molecular biology labs, diagnostic facilities, and research institutions seeking to automate liquid handling processes, improve data quality, and increase overall lab efficiency.
Features
- Intuitive user interface that eliminates the need for programming or scripting
- Compatible with a wide range of labware, including pipette tips, vials, and tubes
- Precise liquid handling with accuracy down to 1 μL
- Integrated barcode scanning for sample tracking and data management
- Capability to integrate with external devices such as temperature controllers, shakers, and magnetic decks
- CSV-file based setup for programming processes from a spreadsheet
- HEPA filter and UV light options for maintaining a sterile work environment