How Do Automated Storage Systems Reduce Temperature Exposure During Sample Handling?
Every time samples are manually removed from cold storage, warm air can enter and samples may be exposed to temperature changes. Automated storage systems reduce this exposure by shortening handling time, limiting door openings, and coordinating storage and retrieval through enclosed, controlled workflows.
Genepoint’s Kiosk system maintains samples at -80°C throughout intake, storage, and retrieval. Its automated transfer and buffer functions help reduce unnecessary exposure during high-volume operations. Snorkel supports automated rack or vial retrieval, enabling users to access target samples quickly while keeping the storage environment stable. For deep-cryogenic applications, Hatch performs automated tube picking at temperatures of ≤-150°C, reducing the need to remove entire racks and helping minimize temperature fluctuations and repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
By combining automated access, temperature monitoring, and digital sample tracking, these systems help improve sample integrity and operational consistency.
