Automated sample preparation by MBT PrepMatic™ and Feeder

The MBT PrepMatic™ and Feeder solution liberates laboratory technicians from monotonous, time-consuming sample preparation duties, allowing them to focus on high-value tasks like sample interpretation and analysis. Automated MALDI target plate preparation reduces time-intensive, repetitive, and error-prone manual tasks. 

The MBT PrepMatic™ offers an end-to-end solution, from Petri dish samples to MALDI target plates, all within a single system. This reduces the need for operator intervention, ensuring a reliable and reproducible workflow, embracing the typical steps for target plate preparation.

Automated formic acid and matrix deposition for MALDI targets that already hold microorganism samples

The MBT PrepMatic™ offers automated formic acid and matrix deposition for MALDI targets holding microorganism samples that have been manually transferred to the target, outside of the system. This new feature covers the MALDI Biotyper user's primary/initial need for automation, significantly reducing repetitive pipetting and laying the groundwork for further automation.

One step further: semi-automated microbial colony handling and automated liquid reagent deposition

Automated formic acid deposition

Our system features contactless automated formic acid (FA) deposition for every sample, guaranteeing this critical step is never overlooked in the sample preparation process, thus optimizing microbial identification results, be it bacteria or yeast.

Semi-automated microbial colony handling

Semi-automated microbial colony picking is coupled with a unique sample preparation procedure that transfers colonies onto the MALDI target plate. This preselection employs imaging technology for colony selection and prioritization, enhancing result accuracy and standardization. Robotic colony transfer eliminates the need for manual picking tools and disposable tips, minimizing waste.

Automated MALDI matrix deposition 

Consistent and reproducible sample preparation is ensured by automated and contactless MALDI matrix deposition. The MALDI target plate remains inside the MBT PrepMatic™ for drying and crystallization of the matrix. 

The MBT PrepMatic™ can be combined with the Feeder for advanced laboratory automation in Petri dish handling, further reducing the need for manual operation. This semi-automated robotic feature streamlines MALDI target plate preparation with an automated Petri dish exchanger, accommodating up to 100 dishes, and includes an integrated barcode reader for seamless data transfer.

Our system features automated workflow design, setup, and simulation tools to predict operator intervention timings based on sample quantities. The MBT PrepMatic™ minimizes the potential for human error inherent in repetitive tasks, delivering a reliable and reproducible process that optimizes every analysis.

All sample information is logged, registered, and traceable in this automated and transparent system, leaving no room for human error. Every project and analysis run is backed by a complete historical record to support laboratory accreditation and validation processes. 

The user-friendly MBT PrepMatic™ software interface offers data export compatibility with the MALDI Biotyper^® workflow, ensuring seamless integration into your laboratory operations.

Experience the future of sample preparation with MBT PrepMatic™ and Feeder – where efficiency, reliability, and precision meet to elevate your microbial identification workflow.

This product has not yet been CE or IVD CE-marked or registered and is not yet commercially available.
This information is provided for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute an offer for sale.