PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton

PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton

Wheaton understands that when it comes to BioBanking, sample integrity means everything, therefore, Wheaton offers barcode scanners. With the addition of the PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton to their cryogenic product line, sample integrity is secure and traceable. The PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton, designed to capture data stored on the 2D Data Matrix barcodes of cryogenic storage vials, is able to scan and read the individual barcode insert on each vial stored in Wheaton open-bottom KeepIT Boxes. The Wheaton SingleScan Bar Code Reader, with its plug and play versatile connective, captures both 1D linear and 2D Data matrix barcodes.

The PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton is designed for scanning and reading 2D data matrix barcodes on multiple cryo tubes simultaneously through open-bottom freezer boxes. The advent of large-scale screening in biomedical laboratories has led to the generation of vast quantities of samples requiring time and resource management. With this in mind, Wheaton developed the PluraScan Bar Code Reader. The PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton is a barcode scanner designed to capture data stored as 2D data matrix barcodes on cryogenic storage vials, thus saving time while reducing data entry errors.

The PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton comes with an out-of-the-box software decoder system to import your repository samples into the existing laboratory management software package of your choice. Capable of scanning up to 100 samples simultaneously, the PluraScan Bar Code Reader can scan and read individual barcodes on each vial stored in an open-bottom cryogenic storage box simply by placing the box on the scanner. A frost reduction system allows the PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton to scan up to 40 Wheaton KeepIT 81 or 100 Boxes immediately after removal from ultra-low temp storage (3,240 or 4,000 samples, respectively).

The acquired, decoded 2D data are imported directly into most laboratory information management systems (LIMS) and databases, ensuring a reliable method of storing, tracking and retrieving sample vials. The PluraScan Bar Code Reader scans 2D data from any vial or ampule and is adaptable for use with many different rack and box formats. It connects easily to a computer with a standard USB 2.0 interface and integrates smoothly with Windows operating systems. This barcode reader reads barcodes from a wide range of manufacturers and label printers and outputs data directly to Microsoft Excel or to a customizable text file.

PluraScan Bar Code Reader by Wheaton features and benefits:

• 2D Data Matrix barcode Reader
• Works with Wheaton KeepIT Boxes and Wheaton CryoELITE Cryogenic Vials and Cryule Ampules as well as Wheaton E-Z Microtubes
• Flexible software integration
• Integrated frost reduction system allows multiple racks to be read
• Capable of reading barcodes from a wide range of manufacturers and label printers