Automated Sample Preparation - at the Highest Level with PAL RTC

PAL RTC – Highest Level of Sample Prep Automation

Automated Sample Prep - at the Highest Level with PAL RTC

Automated Sample Preparation with PAL Robotic Tool Change (RTC) maximizes productivity in analytical and clinical labs.

PAL Robotic Tool Change with Liquid Tools on parkstation

Automated Sample Prep with PAL RTC

Automatic selection of the syringe with optimal accuracy for adding standards or preparing serial dilutions
Possibility to permanently configure several workflows on one system for a walk-up prep station, e.g. liquid/ liquid extraction and Solid Phase Extraction (SPE)
Derivatization reactions performed without manual intervention for productivity, protection against hazardous chemicals and process safety
Better process safety through increased automation of labor intensive manual workflows like protein digestion
Automated Sample Preparation with PAL RTC to automatically switch between injection, micromethods (SPME, µSPE,…) and sample prep tools (dilution, standard addition,…)

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PAL Modules for Automated Sample Prep

For precise sample preparation you need the right tools and modules.
Discover the comprehensive PAL Toolbox with the best modules available for sample preparation and injection workflows.

PAL Tools for Automated Sample Prep

Liquid, gaseous or solid samples require different workflows and therefore different tools.
Discover the comprehensive PAL Toolbox with the best tools available for sample preparation.

PAL3 System Configurator

The PAL3 System features a high degree of flexibility allowing users to configure an autosampler for a variety of dedicated uses.

PAL System Configurator Tool to configure your own PAL System

The PAL System Configurator guides you step by step to a graphically composed system that meets your specific requirements. It prevents incorrect assembly, validates the selected options, and saves your selection in a configuration file. The instrument configuration can be exported as a PDF or an image. The PDF also contains technical specifications of the included modules and tools.
The PAL System Configurator can run directly after download. No installation is required and therefore it does not require administrator rights to make use of the application.
Instructions on operation and more details are provided in the menu entry 'Help' after application start.

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Walk away QuEChERS extracts clean-up

See this detailed video of the µSPE workflow for the clean-up of raw pesticides extract. The PAL µSPE Cartridge is operated in scavenger mode eluting the pesticides in a clean extract. The matrix is kept on the sorbent material. The cleaned extract can be injected without waiting time online for LC/MS or GC/MS analysis. All samples are treated on the same time axis for highest reliability.

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PFAS LCMS

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Analysis of flavors, pesticides, and biomarkers directly from complex food matrix using the automated Vacuum In-Tube Extraction (V-ITEX)

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Analysis of flavors, pesticides, and biomarkers directly from complex food matrix using the automated Vacuum In-Tube Extraction (V-ITEX)

Extraction of volatile compounds is a widely used approach for analysis of foods and beverages. By the nature of gas phase sampling, the limiting factor for polar analytes are given by low vapor pressure or higher boiling points of semi-volatile compounds. These limitations can be overcome by sampling at decreased pressure levels using vacuum conditions. This has been shown in several publications using vacuum sampling techniques. In this study, a fully automated approach of Vacuum In-Tube Extraction (V-ITEX) is presented, a simple and fully automated technique using PAL system autosamplers. The application examples include flavors, fragrances, off-flavors, pesticides and biomarkers by extractions directly from the food sample matrix, such as Honey, Bee Wax, Cheese, Onions, Blood and Urine.

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Pascal Fuchsmann, Head of Flavor Analytics Agroscope

Stefan Cretnik, Product Manager CTC Analytics AG

Solid Phase Micro Extraction (SPME) - How does it work for my samples?

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Solid Phase Micro Extraction (SPME) - How does it work for my samples?

This webinar offers a close insight into the operation and latest developments of automated SPME for VOCs and SVOCs by headspace, direct immersion and derivatization techniques. Key applications for food, water, environmental and forensic samples for use in every laboratory for GC/MS and LC/MS, also direct MS analysis are discussed.

Presented by:
Hans-Joachim Huebschmann, PhD

High-Sensitivity PFAS Determination in Seafood

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High-Sensitivity PFAS Determination in Seafood

This application note showcases a fully automated workflow for the precise quantification of 73 PFAS in seafood. Utilizing a PAL RTC autosampler and Agilent triple quadrupole LC/MS system (LC/TQ), the method automates calibration, QuEChERS extraction, and μSPE clean-up.

Trace-level Volatile Organic Pollutants in Water

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Trace-level Volatile Organic Pollutants in Water

This application note demonstrates the analysis of tracelevel volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in water using
an automated headspace-trap GC/MS workflow.
• Ultra-low detection limits (ppt) for confident quantitation of VOCs.
• Exceptional linearity and precision for accurate and reliable results.
• High performance exceeding regulatory standards for water quality.

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Automated Sample Prep Workflows: Save money and time

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Automated Sample Prep Workflows: Save money and time

This compendium on instrumental sample preparation showcases the many proven solutions of automated sample preparation workflows for food, environmental, pharma, life science analysis, and beyond.

Fully Automated Sample Preparation and Untargeted 2D-LC-Mass Spectrometry Workflow for Glycerophospholipid Analysis in Plasma

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Fully Automated Sample Preparation and Untargeted 2D-LC-Mass Spectrometry Workflow for Glycerophospholipid Analysis in Plasma

We developed an integrated workflow combining HILIC-LC-SWATH-MS for quantitative analysis and 2D-LC HILIC x RPLC DDA-EAD/MRMHR-EAD for qualitative characterization of complex lipidomes,particularly glycerophospholipids.

Fully Automated QuEChERS for Organochlorine and Organophosphate Pesticides in Tomato Juice and Red Wine

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Fully Automated QuEChERS for Organochlorine and Organophosphate Pesticides in Tomato Juice and Red Wine

Using PAL Robotic Tool Change (RTC) system, a fully automated QuEChERS was developed for the extraction and clean-up of organochlorine and organophosphate pesticides from homogeneous samples. The automated QuEChERS workflow includes extraction with acetonitrile, salting out with
saturated sodium chloride solution and the clean-up with PAL μSPE prior to injection into the GC-MS/MS for analysis.