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How to Buy Liquid Handling Technology
27 Nov 2025
Charlie Carter
Life Sciences Editor
Liquid handling technology is a cornerstone of lab operations that encompasses a wide spectrum of tools, ranging from manual or electronic pipettes to sophisticated, room-sized multifunctional liquid handling robots. Choosing the right liquid handling solution is essential, as it not only directly impacts the accuracy and repeatability of experimental results, but also determines whether your lab can meet its throughput requirements.
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Choose the best liquid handling equipment for your lab
In this 14th edition eBook, we present an expert guide to help you purchase the most suitable liquid handling technology for your work.
For labs in search of a liquid handling equipment, the decision-making process can be overwhelming due to the volume of options available. Available technologies range from manual pipetting techniques to sophisticated automated liquid handlers.
Download this buying guide to gain valuable insight into:
- Key pipetting technologies - manual vs electronic pipettes
- Automated liquid handling & robotic systems
- The importance of miniaturization & sustainability
- Top tips and key considerations from the experts
- The future of liquid handling and its application in NGS and beyond
Resource details:
- Document type: SelectScience guide
- Page count: 22
- Read time: 33 mins
- Edition: 14th
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Pipettes and DispensersPipettes and dispensers are essential lab equipment used to dispense measured volumes of liquid accurately. Explore a range of manual and electronic pipettes, including single and multichannel, serological and volumetric pipettes, as well as a range of pipette tips. Bottle-top dispensers are also available for simple and fast solvent dispensing. Find the best pipettes & dispensers in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Automated Liquid HandlingAutomated liquid handling equipment is used to mix, dilute and dispense allotted volumes of liquid into microplates and other vessels automatically. The robotic, liquid handling arms can dispense from single channel to 3456 multichannel as well as operate nanoliter dispensing, enabling high throughput of samples. Find the best automated liquid handlers in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Sample ManagementSample management systems include sample storage devices such as freezers and plate storers, sample environment enclosures and sample organization, retrieval and sorter systems. Useful system features include high-throughput, automation, robotic arms, automated liquid handling and associated database systems. Accessories in sample management include barcode scanners, heat sealers and tubes.Robotic InstrumentsRobotic instruments can be used for high-throughput automation of many lab processes. Such processes use instruments for assays like cell based assays and ELISA, for sample preparation like shakers, centrifuges and incubators, and for analysis such as sequencing and western blot analyzers. Useful features of robotic instruments include speed, reproducibility, barcode readers, software and automation.Acoustic Liquid HandlingLiquid Handling WorkstationLiquid handling workstations automate the process of sample preparation, improving accuracy and efficiency. These systems are essential for high-throughput applications in biological, chemical, and pharmaceutical research, reducing human error and increasing reproducibility. Workstations come equipped with robotic arms, pipetting tools, and other accessories to streamline lab workflows. Explore liquid handling workstations in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare products, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Liquid HandlingLiquid handling involves the precise transfer, mixing, and dispensing of liquids in laboratory settings. It is essential for accurate and consistent results in biological, chemical, and pharmaceutical research. Automated liquid handling systems improve efficiency and reduce human error in sample preparation and analysis. Explore liquid handling tools in our peer-reviewed product directory; compare products, read customer reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Precision Liquid HandlingErgonomic PipettingMultichannel Pipetting
