Beckman Coulter Life Sciences launches Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 software to advance data integrity & GMP readiness in cell analysis
Next-generation upgrade strengthens data comparability and compliance—without changing trusted instrumentation
14 Sept 2026
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a Danaher company, has launched Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 Viability Analyzer Software, a major upgrade that enables laboratories to modernize cell viability workflows while maintaining data continuity, compliance and operational confidence.
The new software supports laboratories in solving complex cell analysis challenges and accelerating the transition from research to biomanufacturing.
Built on the trusted Vi-CELL BLU instrument, the Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 Viability Analyzer Software delivers enhanced data comparability, integrity and uptime — enabling R&D and manufacturing teams to modernize workflows without disrupting established processes.
By offering improved cell counting algorithms and configurable analysis settings designed to align results with legacy instruments, supported by validated software documentation and application guidance, Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 Software helps labs avoid the complexity of an equipment transition.
Additional enhancements include role-based access controls, electronic signatures, audit trails and traceability features to support regulated workflows and streamline integration into GMP environments, ensure consistency across projects, users and sites.
This advancement reflects Beckman Coulter Life Sciences commitment to accelerating scientific innovation and enabling more reliable, scalable cell analysis across the biopharma workflow.
The Vi-CELL BLU Cell Viability Analyzer
The Vi-CELL BLU Cell Viability Analyzer is a fully automated system that performs cell counting and viability analysis using the widely accepted trypan blue dye exclusion method. Designed to reduce manual handling and operator variability, the system supports fast, reproducible measurements with strong instrument-to-instrument correlation and automation-ready connectivity.
“Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 Viability Analyzer Software was developed to help laboratories modernize cell analysis workflows without compromising data integrity or compliance,” said Dave Kremer, Senior Director Cell Health and Centrifugation at Beckman Coulter Life Sciences.
“By aligning results with legacy systems while introducing advanced data controls, we’re enabling customers to accelerate adoption with confidence and reduce risk during transition.”
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What is Beckman Coulter Life Sciences’ Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 Viability Analyzer Software?
Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 is a major software upgrade for the trusted Vi-CELL BLU instrument. It modernizes cell viability workflows with improved cell counting algorithms, configurable analysis settings, enhanced data comparability and integrity, and greater uptime while maintaining continuity with legacy instruments.
How does Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 support GMP and regulated biomanufacturing workflows?
Vi-CELL BLU 2.0 provides role-based access controls, electronic signatures, audit trails and traceability features. These advanced data controls support compliance, facilitate integration into GMP environments and help maintain consistency across projects, users and sites.
How does the Vi-CELL BLU Cell Viability Analyzer measure cell count and viability?
The fully automated Vi-CELL BLU Cell Viability Analyzer uses the widely accepted trypan blue dye exclusion method. It reduces manual handling and operator variability while delivering fast, reproducible measurements, strong instrument-to-instrument correlation and automation-ready connectivity.