Robotic system for preparing reagent and dilution vials
A robotic system has been developed for repetitively filling dilution and reagent vials in the 772-F Laboratory Facility of SRP. Approximately 10,000 vials per month (may range from 6000 to 16,000) are filled with standard volumes of HNO/sub 3/, Al(NO/sub 3/)/sub 3/, or KSCN for use in analyzing process samples from 221-F and 221-H. The intent of this system is to provide an automated method of filling this large quantity of vials so that technician time can be more fully utilized. The system is based around the Zymate Laboratory Automation System for performing all vial movement filling, and control of other system components. This system provides versatility for future changes (e.g., changing number and volume of dispensions) through the software and provides easy interfacing capability to non-Zymate components. The Zymate's versatility also makes it a good candidate for other laboratory applications. Using a single-type system for multiple applications reduces overhead costs (development, spare parts, training, etc.). Zymate modules used in this application are the controller, robot, Master Laboratory Station (MLS), Power and Event Controller (PEC), Mettler balance interface, and line printer. Other specifically designed components of the system include the capping station for capping the vials, vial tray fixturing clamps, and two size vial trays for precision vial fixturing. System operation and a description of each system component is included. The robotic dilution vial filling system can fill the cap up to three vial trays per run. There are seven different dispensions using two size vials for this application. Cycle time depends on the solution selected but nominal operational speed is 75 seconds/vial.
- Research Organization:
- Du Pont de Nemours (E.I.) and Co., Aiken, SC (USA). Savannah River Lab.
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC09-76SR00001
- OSTI ID:
- 6139735
- Report Number(s):
- DPST-84-278; ON: DE85008262
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: Portions are illegible in microfiche products
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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