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OneLab – a quick brief:
- With OneLab you can easily design and execute experiments from your own PC or Tablet.
- Using OneLab you will be able to add heating, shaking or centrifugation steps and more. From any computer or tablet you may have at hand.
OneLab: Pipetting Tips and Tricks for Laboratory Protocols
The OneLab system offers a dynamic solution for executing laboratory protocols. The primary function of the system is to offer seamless integration into your laboratory. Precision within your laboratory environment is a key component needed for pipetting and with the OneLab system from Waters this can be further enhanced.
Please see some valuable pipetting tips and tricks to enhance your lab efficiency using OneLab:
1. OneLab’s Intuitive Interface for seamless Laboratory Protocols
OneLab’s defining feature is its simplicity, the streamlining of protocols with the intuitive interface makes moving to automated pipetting effortless. The drag-and-drop design allows users to create and execute protocols quickly.
Tip: Always double-check your virtual setup against your actual setup to ensure consistency.
2. Complex Workflows – Simplified
With the use of the OneLab system you can make handling complex workflows easy, tasks that involve complex calculations and measurements are handled by the OneLab system effortlessly. This saves valuable lab time, with scientists being able to focus on other tasks.
Tip: Serial dilution, concentration normalization, heating, shaking, centrifugation, temperature control, all of these operations can be defined in OneLab.
3. Pipetting Technique
Using OneLab’s integration software, you can easily set your pipetting actions which automates your volumes and speeds, by making this automated you reduce the amount of errors that are caused through manual pipetting.
Tip: With OneLab you can create new parameters to match your specific requirements, making your experiments run smoothly.
4. Advanced Automation with Andrew+
The Andrew+ pipetting robot is used for advanced automation and can complete protocols straight from the OneLab system. This improves productivity within a lab environment by reducing the need for human interaction.
Tip: By scheduling some automated tasks in off-peak hours you can improve lab productivity in peak hours.
5. Quality Control Integration
OneLab can integrate with a variety of lab devices within its system. You can use the system to add quality control measures within your protocols as you conduct your experiments.
Tip: Create checkpoints within your lab protocols, such as ensuring correct temperature, data integrity and mixing spends are correct.
6. Consistency with Shared Laboratory Protocols
Collaboration is one of the key aspects of the OneLab system, by sharing your protocols with your colleagues, you’re ensuring that everyone follows the same procedures when conducting experiments.
Tip: OneLab provides version control as well as the ability to lock a protocol that is in its ‘final’ validated revision so you can ensure you are following the same protocol as your colleagues.
7. OneLab’s Laboratory Protocols Library
You can save time by accessing OneLab’s large library of validated protocols, these protocols can be adapted easily to integrate to your experiments, saving time and providing a reliable starting point for your work.
Tip: Explore the protocol library regularly to discover new methods and techniques that can enhance your experimental workflows.
8. Reporting
Reporting for all your experiments is automated with the OneLab system, reports are generated following each experiment. These reports are used when audits take place or for looking to make improvements within your experiments.
Tip: By reviewing your reports regularly you can identify areas of improvement within your protocols.
9. Step-by-Step Guidance
The OneLab system provides step-by-step guidance on manual steps for protocols too, this allows for all lab staff to follow standardized procedures, reducing variability.
Tip: When introducing new lab members, using the manual guides on OneLab to complete training allows for quick and efficient training that adheres to essential standards.
OneLab is a powerful tool that transforms pipetting and other liquid handling tasks into streamlined, error-free processes.
Its interface allows for seamless integration of protocols, automation, increased efficiency and laboratory productivity. OneLab offers the insights and tools needed to achieve optimal results.
With the OneLab environment as a means to connect your laboratory equipment, Waters gives you the possibility to design, execute, store and track your liquid handling activities effectively and efficiently.
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