Integra launches automated petri dish filler
enables automated filling of up to 540 Petri dishes at the push of
a button. The technology utilises an agar-spread function that
promises a 30 per cent saving on media use compared to some
traditional systems.
For consistent agar plate quality, maintaining a clean environment during the dispensing process is essential.
The surface of the MEDIAJET filling chamber is manufactured from a single piece of chemically resistant polyethylene facilitating convenient and efficient cleaning.
A UV lamp provides optimal bactericidal efficiency over the full length of the rotor where the dishes are opened during the dispensing process.
All functions on the MEDIAJET are controlled via a large graphical user interface.
The ability to store up to 20 programmable methods provides facility to further improve productivity.
Designed to be incorporated into IQ/OQ certified environments the MEDIAJET provides facility, via an optional inkjet printer module, to label individual agar plates with all the relevant data to ensure complete dish traceability.
Incorporating a new mechanical dish guidance system, monitored by a set of sensors throughout the filling process, the compact MEDIAJET is the first system to provide reliable, walk-away operation.
Operational downtime and media loss due to 'dish jams' resulting from variations in the diameter, shape and rim profile of the disposable plastic Petri dishes are completely eliminated.
Integra's foray into the petri dish filler market sees it come up against such systems as the Petriswiss PS900P from BioTool and the MP-1000 PourMatic
