Xantus is a new state-of-the-art robotic system, combining sophisticated and flexible liquid handling with robotic manipulation. The sleek, uncomplicated design focuses robotic and liquid handling functionality in the robotic arm, which glides on a multi-length X-bar to access the flexible workspace, and integrated or surrounding modules. Xantus is available as single and dual arm versions, and can be equipped with up to 16 sampling tips, or up to 8 tips and a 360 degree rotating robotic handler. The modular Xantus is a perfect platform for OEM applications, and simplifies both system integration and free-standing robotic automation.