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SPT Labtech 2024 Year in Review
As the curtain falls on an incredible year, we at SPT Labtech pause to celebrate the remarkable achievements of 2024. This year has been defined by innovation, teamwork, and progress, bringing us closer to transforming the landscape of life...
Unlock the full potential of 3D cell culture with positive displacement dispensing
3D cell culture has become an essential tool for advancing research in biology, medicine, and drug discovery. Unlike traditional two-dimensional cell culture, in which cells are grown on a flat surface, 3D cell culture allows cells to interact in a...
Enhancing usability and compliance: Latest updates to firefly® liquid handling software
We believe automation should be accessible to as many scientists as possible, regardless of their automated liquid handling expertise. That's why from the beginning, we've put usability at the forefront of firefly software development. Our goal has...
5 ways to mitigate biological sample integrity loss
Biological research hinges on the collection and preservation of often precious samples for future analysis. Preserving sample integrity over time is crucial to avoiding degradation. Loss of integrity can lead to data loss or unreliable results,...
Elevating liquid handling with intuitive software
At SPT Labtech, our commitment to innovation extends beyond hardware; our software plays a crucial role in making automation accessible for all. Michelle Barnett, a Software Engineer on the firefly® team, shares her insights on the significance of...
Streamlining Science: How does Lab Automation Drive Efficiency?
In today’s scientific landscape, labs are under immense pressure to reduce costs, shorten timelines, and maximize output, often from limited resources. Lab automation has emerged as an incredibly valuable tool to address these challenges, empowering...
Engineering for impact: Career insights from Kate Barnett
Illuminating Innovation: What Does it Take to Become a firefly® Engineer?
Every one of our engineers playsa pivotal role in delivering the highest standards for our firefly customers. Laboratories globally rely on firefly for its liquid handling precision. Our commitment to customers goes beyond just functionality; it's...
Introducing the latest features and enhancements to firefly® software
Despite its compact benchtop footprint, firefly packs a huge amount of functionality, featuring capabilities for pipetting, dispensing, shaking and incubation. Throughout its development, our commitment has been to enhance accessibility and...
SPT Labtech 2023 Year in Review
As we bid farewell to a remarkable year, we at SPT Labtech take a moment to reflect on the extraordinary strides we've made in 2023. It's been a year of innovation, collaboration, and advancement, marking significant milestones in our journey...
Build a tube handling system that works for you in 2 easy steps
Recognizing that laboratories have diverse requirements, we believe in abandoning a one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to tube handling. As an integral part of your research, tube handling systems must be able to address your specific needs to...
