Nucleus Automation Infrastructure

FlexCart Configurable Automation Platform

FlexCart is a compact configurable mobile automation platform affixed with an ACell collaborative robotic arm. It provides high device density in a small and ultra-mobile footprint so that you can achieve more with less space than ever before.

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Essential Overview

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Vertically Integrate Devices

FlexCart empowers vertical integration of several workflow devices, each accessible by the installed ACell collaborative robotic arm, to save space in any laboratory.

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No Hassles, No Extra Effort 

When moving FlexCarts containing integrated workflow devices from one dock to another, there's no need to reteach positions. As an added bonus, there's no need to manually reconnect power, data, or utility lines either. 

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Wheels to Go Anywhere 

FlexCart uses smooth glide wheels so that any user can safely and easily maneuver it around the laboratory or facility. 

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Expanded Utility 

FlexCart is fully compatible with MicroDock and X-Dock docking stations for use within an automated work cell and Nucleus infrastructure. 

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Effortless Management 

Power FlexCart through Cellario whole lab workflow automation software. In addition to smooth workflow scheduling and walkaway convenience, full Cellario control ensures that all devices in your network are optimally configured and managed. 

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White Glove Treatment 

HighRes lab automation experts and authorized technicians devote great attention to the service and maintenance of your impeccable HighRes products. By doing so, you can be sure that your vital automated workflow progresses with little to no downtime. 

Features

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MOBILE SHARING
Enhance Device Utilization

Using FlexCart, devices may be easily shared across Nucleus work cells to reduce the need for additional expenditures that take up valuable lab space.

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NIMBLE EFFICIENCY
Docking to Other Systems

FlexCart may be easily and quickly docked to Nucleus automation frameworks or other FlexCarts to enhance device utility without taking up valuable lab space. 

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ALL ACCESS
Integrated or Standalone Operation

When docked to other work cells, devices on FlexCart may be quickly moved offline for manual use and maintenance without disturbing the overall automated workflow. 

Specifications

FlexCart – Two Tier Option FlexCart – Three Tier Option
ACell Robotic Arm: Included Included
Ergotron + Cellario PC: Included Included
PlateOrient: Included Included
Plate Hotel: Included Included
Teaching Plate: Included Included
MS-3 Barcode Scanner: Included Included
Dimensions (H x W x L): 1548 x 1047 x 1422 mm
(60.9 x 41.2 x 56.0 in)
1248 x 1047 x 1422 mm
(49.1 x 41.2 x 56.0 in)
Weight, Capacity per Shelf: 226 kg
(498.2 lb)
226 kg
(498.2 lb)
Weight (overall): 322 kg
(709.9 lb)
342 kg
(754.0 lb)
Electrical and Communications Panel: Comms/ADAM
16-port Ethernet switch
120 V
30 A, UPS
Comms/ADAM
16-port Ethernet switch
120 V
30 A, UPS

Let’s Start Your Automation Journey

Join us as we review the major phases to anticipate along your automation journey. As automation experts and trusted partners, we will help to maximize your organization’s efforts and surpass those of your competitors. 

We automated a new vision

“We partnered with HighRes to develop multiple FlexCart automation systems and, with these in place and enabled through Cellario software, we can now process in parallel to remove workflow bottlenecks and quickly adapt to changing needs in different therapeutic areas. The impact on system utilization and productivity is staggering. I can't wait to see what else we can do with our Flex system!”

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AstraZeneca
Helen Plant, Automation Team Associate Director

FAQs

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Easily! The FlexCart guide tracks align with the MicroDock guideposts. When aligned, externally mounted locating pins will create a positive stop to indicate proper positioning. The MicroDock is then activated by depressing the food switch. Power, gas, and communications will then flow between the MicroDock and devices on the FlexCart. 

How does FlexCart disconnect from MicroDock? add remove

Easily! With the MicroDock in the actuated or up position, depress the foot switch once to retract the connection slides and decouple the MicroDock and FlexCart. The FlexCart may then be safely wheeled away from the MicroDock. 

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