The Thermo Fisher™ Gemini AS Automated Slide Stainer delivers high-throughput staining capabilities to the busy histology laboratory and, with a new intuitive touch-screen interface, it’s easy to use.
The unique dual-level design, with integrated power supply and touch-screen, ensures maximum space savings and its compact footprint means that the Gemini AS Stainer can be placed near the sectioning area for optimal workflow. The intelligent look-ahead control software provides the ability to run up to 12 slide racks simultaneously with minimal reduction in speed whilst the “urgent” feature enables a rack to be given priority for MOHS surgery or similar STAT needs. The five heated stations provide maximum throughput without the need for a separate drying oven.
Key features and benefits include:
- Two-tier design occupies minimal bench space
- Integrated colour touch-screen with intuitive software offers quick learning and simple operation
- Scheduler software allows multiple protocols and slide racks to be run simultaneously at optimal speed
- Progress is easily monitored with built-in LED lighting whilst a one-touch on-screen view of reagent status provides simple reagent monitoring
- System is pre-programmed with optimized protocols for Thermo Scientific Signature Series Stains, protocols are fully editable ensuring flexibility in programming
- Fume extraction, battery backup and lockable slide rack ensure safety for the slides and the operator, battery backup provides 40 minutes of continual staining power
- 26 or 31 reagent stations accommodate multiple protocols without the need to change reagents
- Protocols and log files can be downloaded via USB connectivity
- Load-on-demand flexibility with STAT capability
- Fume control easily managed with carbon filters or vent adapter kit
- Lockable baskets to ensure secure slides, even upside down
- Auto-return recalls any loaded basket to the load door
- Passcode protection to secure customized protocols
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