Assay Ready Workstations

Enhance Lab Efficiency and Confidence in Results.

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Your Application Ready to Go

From advancing genomic research in breast cancer to enabling traceable forensic DNA workflows, Hamilton’s Assay Ready Workstations bring pre-configured automation to applications where consistency, throughput, and confidence matter, which means your lab stays ready for discovery. Each verified, pre-configured, and fully automated solution combines reliability, throughput, and walkaway time to enhance laboratory efficiency and data integrity.

What you can expect

  • Automation Made Easy

    Save assay development time and effort by using methods fine-tuned for use on Hamilton’s assay ready workstations.

  • Consistent, Robust Results

    Lab automation technologies offer accuracy, precision, and consistency to aid sample preparation and other workflows.

  • Convenience and Time Savings

    Pre-configured automation, powerful throughput, and walkaway operation let you get more done at once.

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Assay Ready Workstations

NGS STARlet
Compact and efficient, the entry-level NGS STARlet from Hamilton includes all the devices you need to automate sequencing library preparation of up to 24 samples at once with detailed precision, accuracy, and reliability.
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NGS STAR Line
Hamilton NGS STAR helps streamline next-generation sequencing in labs. Achieve full NGS automation for library prep, optimized for NGS assays and genome sequencing. Enhance efficiency, precision, and reliability in your workflows. Explore the Hamilton NGS STAR for seamless sequencing today!
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NGS STAR V
Automate NGS library preparation with the Hamilton NGS STAR V Assay Ready Workstation—optimized for demanding high-throughput genomic research.
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Aliquot STAR Line

Automate aliquoting of blood and biological samples using the Aliquot STAR Line from Hamilton. Less than 2 minutes per tube is all it takes to remove the stopper, mix and divide the sample, then replace the stopper. Enjoy high-throughput, hands-free processing and repeatable, robust performance.
Hamilton STARlet automated liquid handler, front view, open deck loaded with pipette tip racks and microplates.

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AutoLys STAR

Hamilton’s AutoLys STAR Line fully automates pre-PCR cell lysis and DNA extraction of even complex forensic trace samples. Used with our novel tube-in-tube AutoLys Tubes, this automated solution eliminates time-consuming bottlenecks and risks of error and contamination compared to manual methods.

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Cell Care STAR

Streamline adherent cell cultures with the Hamilton Cell Care STAR Line. This pre-configured system automates mammalian culture tasks like cell seeding, splitting, passaging, media changes, and incubation so you gain consistency and efficiency in your cultures and preparation of cell-based assays.
Hamilton STAR automated liquid handler in open Cell Care workstation enclosure with integrated monitor, storage, and peripherals

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Sonication STAR

Hamilton's Sonication STAR is an automated, walk-away workstation that streamlines DNA and RNA extraction from FFPE tissue. It eliminates manual deparaffinization to deliver consistent, high-quality nucleic acids from the same sample. The system supports scalable NGS and comprehensive genomic profiling workflows.
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easyBlood STAR Line

The Hamilton easyBlood STAR Line enables walkaway, image-based detection of plasma, buffy coat, and erythrocyte layers in whole blood samples. Many primary fractionation tube types may be used for increased flexibility in biobanking and clinical applications.
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MagEx STAR Line

The Hamilton MagEx STAR Line is a fully automated solution optimized for magnetic bead-based nucleic acid extraction. It is ideal for isolating nucleic acid in a highly consistent, high-throughput format.
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MassXtract STAR

Streamline mass spectrometry sample prep with the MassXtract STAR Line - combining high-throughput liquid handling, software, and integrated hardware to automate solid-phase extraction and protein precipitation workflows. The system maximizes bench space and delivers consistent, accurate results.

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easyPick STARlet

The easyPick STAR Line from Hamilton automates colorimetric colony screening. This high-throughput solution is ideal for use with bacteria, yeast, fungi, among other cell types, and includes all hardware and software necessary to rapidly and precisely isolate colonies of interest.

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ID STARlet

The ID STARlet from Hamilton streamlines the entire human identification workflow from DNA extraction through quantitation and normalization/STR set-up. Ideal to boost productivity and reduce errors in evidentiary and DNA databasing processes.
Hamilton Microlab STARlet M automated liquid handling workstation, front view with deck and robotic arm visible

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NIMBUS Presto

The NIMBUS Presto automates nucleic acid extraction from diverse sample types. It includes the Thermo Scientific KingFisher Presto and pre-programmed magnetic particle-based methods. Two magnetic heads allow parallel processing in 24- and 96-well plate formats.
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PCR Prep STARlet

The PCR Prep STARlet is pre-configured to automate PCR sample setup in high-throughput laboratories. Its precision pipetting and scalable architecture are well-suited for use with various PCR assay chemistries.
Hamilton Microlab STARlet automated liquid handling workstation, front view, open deck with pipetting arm, tip racks, and microplates

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easyPunch STARlet

The easyPunch STARlet from Hamilton automates punching of framed sample cards or FTA cards to simplify pre-PCR workflows. Ideal for forensic, diagnostic, newborn screening, pharmaceutical bioanalysis and other applications processing dried blood spots, plasma, and other fluids.
Hamilton Microlab STARlet M automated liquid handling workstation, front view with deck and robotic arm visible

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Genomic STARlet

Hamilton's Genomic STARlet automates nucleic acid extraction. This genomics liquid handling workstation delivers high-quality results using silica membrane-based kits. Boost lab efficiency and precision today. Explore the Genomic STARlet now!
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Assay Ready Workstations Resources

Browse app notes, user guides, specification documents, and more in our Knowledge Center.

Browse app notes, user guides, specification documents, and more in our Knowledge Center.

Browse app notes, user guides, specification documents, and more in our Knowledge Center.

Hamilton MassXtract STAR automated liquid handler with Fluid Motion Technology for mass spectrometry sample prep, shown open with MPE module and deck loaded with labware

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MassXtract STAR with Fluid Motion Technology

Explore MassXtract STAR with Fluid Motion Technology for high-throughput protein precipitation and optional solid-phase extraction.
Hamilton Cell Care STAR application note cover: automated cell assay set-up for throughput and reproducibility

Application Note

Cell Care STAR | Seeding from Trough

We demonstrate the advantages of automated cell culture using the “Seeding from Trough” method (work step) within Cell Control, applied to two commonly used cell types: HeLa and T47D.
Hamilton STAR automated liquid handler with Pillar Biosciences oncoReveal Nexus 21 Gene Panel Method technical note header

Technical Note

Pillar Biosciences oncoReveal® Nexus 21 Gene Panel Method for NGS STAR MOA

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