Use Manual

GLP systems Track overview
The CARs on the GLP systems Track transport the samples to the various modules. External
analyzers are connected to the track through specific interfaces.
The following list describes the main functions of the track system:
Track sections Include floor and ceiling sections and provide space
for laboratory utility lines carrying electricity, water, or
wastewater.
Track elements Include straight tracks, curves, junctions, alternating tracks,
charge lanes for charging of the CARs, maintenance lanes
for defective or faulty CARs, and pass points for CAR
identification recognition and location identification.
AccessPoints Hold CARs and samples in place, allowing for secure sample
processing.
Spirals Provide interconnection between floors and elevated sections.
CARs Transport the samples to the modules. The Track Sample
Manager ensures that the CARs navigate smoothly in the
laboratory automation system (LAS).
The LAS may include the following modules:
Input modules
Input/Output Module
(IOM)
The IOM is the central module for the
input and output of sample tubes. In
addition, areas of the drawers can be
configured as an archive or for loading
and unloading device-specific racks.
BulkLoader Module
(BLM)
The BLM functions as the entry area
of the GLP systems Track for closed
sample tubes. The tubes are loaded
into the input funnel of the module.
Inside the module, a step conveyor and
a transport belt separate the tubes, a
camera detects the tube outline, and
a bar code reader identifies the tubes.
Then, samples are placed in CARs and
routed to the track.
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Use or function
GLP systems Track overview
GLP systems Track Operations Manual
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