Zenit Flow

ZENIT FLOW is the new A.Menarini Diagnostics automated IIF slide processor from sample dilution to coverslip mounting for improved standardization and Flexible Lab Optimized Workflow.

System Capacity

Up to 240 samples: 8 x 30-tubes racks
Up to 30 slides : 2 x 15-slides racks
Up to 384 wells for dilution and titration: 4x96-well plates, 1.2 ml volume

Scalable throughput

~1h for 5 x 12-well slides
2.5 hrs for 15 x 12-wells slides
5 hrs for 30 x 12-wells slides

Optimized workflow

Automatic samples pre-dilutions from different primary tubes in the same analytical session
3 needles: two precision dispensing needles and one aspiration needle to increase slides preparation speed
The slides at the end of the process are completely mounted, including media and coverslip
Open configuration for multiple IIF assays set-up
Automatic calculation of reagent volume consumption
1D and 2D integrated barcode readers for full reagent and samples traceability

Standardized results

High-precision pipetting
- Capacitive level sensor for reliable pipetting performance
- From 5μl to 1000μl pipetting volume

Standardization of the washing phase
- Separate channels for dispensation and aspiration of the washing liquid
- Two different washing modes for cells and tissues (multi drop or continuous flow)

Avoid carry over contamination
- Metal needles, (not coated), washable internally and externally

ZENIT FLOW + ZENIT FAST: A winning combination in IIF slide preparation and scanning

ZENIT FLOW is designed to work with ZENIT fast to increase lab productivity thanks to parallel processing and scanning. This configuration can be easily adapted to any routine due to exceptional flexibility and modularity.

Parallel slide processing and scanning with no lead time

30-slide workload of ZENIT FLOW can combine with the ZENIT fast series-load batches, for true parallel operation of devices to increase overall throughput and minimize the time-to-result.

Modularity

One Single PC working station to manage both ZENIT FLOW and ZENIT fast
Multiple ZENIT FLOW and ZENIT fast units can be connected to one single PC working station
ZENIT Hub centralised middleware ensuring full traceability and Bi-directional LIS connection
Throughput can be increased and tailored according to the user's needs

SLIDE PROCESSING
Pumps	1 peristaltic pump; 2 aspiration pumps; 2 x 1,25mL syringe pumps
Traceability	Samples: Linear barcode reader with focal adjustment Slides: Data matrix, Aztec Code, Han Xin, Micro QR Code and QR Code.
Slides capacity	Up to 30 slides
Samples capacity	Up to 240 samples
N. Controls	Up to 20 vials
N. Diluent	Up to 10 slots for diluent bottles
N. Reagents	Up to 17 slots for conjugate and mounting media bottles
N. coverslips	2x Dispenser with a capacity of up to 30 coverslips each (referred to 24x60x0.1mm and 24x64x0.1mm)
Dilution cuvettes	384 (4x 96-wells consumable blocks, 1.2mL volume)
Probes	3 (2 precision needles and 1 for aspiration)
Slide washing	Continuous flow or multi drop
Liquid detection	Capacitive level sensor
Pipetting volume	5* μl -1000 μl
External tanks (with sensors)	2x5L Buffers, 1x5L Wash, 1x5L Waste

Environmental setting - Work session
Temperature	15-35 °C
Humidity	35% - 80% non condensing
Power supply, Entry level	AC 100-240V at 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	Max 150VA
Acoustic Emissions	<63db (1mt), <72db Alarm
Altitude	< 2000m

Transport/storage
Device Size (WHD)	88cmx74cmx84cm
Device Weight	100 kg
Packaging Size (WHD)	99cmx96cmx94cm
Weight of the instrument inside the crate	160 kg
Temperature	from 0 to 55 °C
Humidity	20%-85% RH (No dew condensation or icing allowed),

ZENIT FLOW is an open platform and can host multiple IIF assays set-up.

For more information regarding A.Menarini Diagnostics Zenit IFA reagents portfolio, please visit the dedicated web page ZENIT Reagents