Category Archives: Dispensing

New Nano-head for the Phoenix RE

We wanted to let you know about an important change to our Phoenix RE drop-setters, namely that from today onwards all Phoenix RE units will be equipped with a new protein nano-dispense head. The change might be subtle in terms … Continue reading

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Art Robbins Hanging Drop Seal Tested for UV Microscopy

UV imaging is a great technique to detect protein crystals under difficult imaging conditions  (precipitates, membrane screens, etc), but it requires some extra care when it comes to selecting crystallization plates and seals. The issue is that plates or seals … Continue reading

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First peek: DT Alchemist in Action

Well, the day has finally arrived: As our first desktop screen maker rolled of the production floor, we couldn’t resist snapping some pictures and taking some video; we had Mike take a stand in front of the camera and personally … Continue reading

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Aspirations to Accurate Liquid Handling

One thing we are really proud of at Rigaku Automation is the accuracy with which we can dispense all types of stocks relevant to making protein screens. An important aspect is of course that we can “tap off” drops from … Continue reading

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