Thermo Fisher Scientific Introduces Microplate Mover Swap Out Program


Maximizing Up-time For Automated Laboratory Platforms



BURLINGTON,ON – Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., the world leader in serving science, has announced the introduction of its new Swap Out Program for the Thermo Scientific™Orbitor® RSmicroplate mover, to maximize up-time in automated workflows.



One of the main advantages of laboratory automation is increased productivity. The Orbitor RSachieves this with rapid and flexible plate handling, allowing loading of multiple stacked or high-density instruments within a compact footprint. Supporting therobust and reliable technology of the Orbitor RS, the Thermo Scientific Swap Out Program guarantees quick and efficient instrument replacement in the unlikely event that performance drops. This unique approach ensures researchers can rely on benefiting from the full potential of automation. In contrast, systems sourced from alternative vendors could besat idle and unproductive for perhaps days or even weeks, during the often lengthy process of diagnosis, repair or replacement.



With the Swap Out Program, a replacement Orbitor RS instrument is dispatched within just 24 hours of the Thermo Fisher Scientific Support Department logging the service call. Technicianswill then promptly co-ordinate a site visit for swap-out, and ensure the complete system is up-and-running in the following four hours.



Unlike alternative automated systems, data is now stored on the accompanying computer, instead of on memory boards within the Orbitor RS itself. This development is what makes the Swap Out Program possible, as externally stored data prevents loss during instrument replacement and eliminates the need to reprogram a new machine. With the Thermo Scientific Orbitor RS Swap Out Program, laboratories relying upon automated systems can now experience full confidence in continued productivity.



For more information on the Thermo Scientific Swap Out Program, please visit www.thermoscientific.com/orbitor



About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues of $12 billion, we have approximately 39,000 employees and serve customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as in environmental and process control industries. We create value for our key stakeholders through three premier brands, Thermo Scientific, Fisher Scientific and Unity™ Lab Services, which offer a unique combination of innovative technologies, convenient purchasing options and a single solution for laboratory operations management. Our products and services help our customers solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Visit www.thermofisher.com.



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