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Pioneers in Reliable Cannabis Testing

The demands for timely, accurate cannabis test results are more significant than ever as demand rises and regulations continue to evolve. Hamilton provides precision-driven automated liquid handling workstations to ease testing bottlenecks in a cost-effective manner, along with industry experts to help labs navigate the changing cannabis regulation landscape.

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Specific Applications

  • Analysis of 47 Pesticides in Cannabis for High-Throughput Analysis: Traditional dSPE vs. Positive Pressure dSPE in a 96-Well Plate

    This study examines using a QuEChERS (Quick, Easy, Cheap, Effective, Rugged and Safe) extraction approach coupled with either traditional dispersive-Solid Phase Extraction (dSPE) clean up versus UCT’s dSPE clean up in 96-well plate format using Hamilton’s [MPE]2 — automated positive pressure extraction and evaporation module — for the analysis of 47 pesticides in marijuana. This analysis demonstrates that for most compounds investigated, the high-throughput cleanup method exhibits comparable results to traditional dSPE cleanup.
  • High-Throughput Filtration Using the [MPE]2 for Cannabinoid Analysis

    In this study, an automated high-throughput filtration method, using the Hamilton [MPE]² — Monitored Multi-flow, Positive Pressure Evaporative Extraction module — from Hamilton Robotics, was evaluated for cannabinoid analysis in multiple matrices.
  • Automation of the SenSATIVAx Sample Extraction and PathoSEEK or FemINDICAtor qPCR Setup Platforms on the Microlab NIMBUS

    In this case study, we demonstrate automated workflows using Medicinal Genomics (MGC) assays specifically developed for cannabis testing. The SenSATIVAx Plant/Microbial DNA Purification Kit provides fast, easy isolation of plant and microbial DNA from freshly cut or cured leaf or flower material without the need for organic extraction, and can be used to prepare samples for use with the PathoSEEK and FemINDICAtor assays. The PathoSEEK Microbial Safety Testing Platform uses a quantitative polymerase chain reaction to search for and quantify the unique DNA sequences of target organisms in cannabis flower, extracts and infused product samples, and includes an internal cannabis control.
  • Automated Cannabis DNA Purification and Microbial Safety Testing to Comply with Canadian and Individual U.S. State Requirements

    In this case study, we demonstrate use of the Microlab® STARlet automated liquid handler to automate the processing of up to 96 samples in approximately 90 minutes in the SenSATIVAx workflow, and up to 192 qPCR reactions in approximately 30 minutes in the PathoSEEK workflow, compared to approximately four hours for the same using manual methods.

Advantages of Automating with Hamilton

Hamilton's Vantage liquid handler utilizes barcode readers and CO-RE technology to automate a workflow.

Reduce Sample Turnaround Times with Hamilton Automated Solutions

  • Increase sample throughput and conduct parallel processing
  • Focus on high value activities through hands-free, hassle-free workflows with Hamilton automated solutions
  • Eliminate costly and time-consuming retesting due to manual errors and variation
Hamilton STARlet and STAR

Achieve High Quality, Consistent Results with Hamilton Automated Solutions

  • Miniaturize assays to conserve precious samples, materials and reagents while maintaining high quality, reproducible results
  • Superior measurement accuracy, precision, and reproducibility via air displacement pipetting using Hamilton tips with CO-RE (Compressed O-Ring Expansion) technology
  • Performance monitoring, even of the most challenging liquids, through Anti-Droplet Control (ADC), Liquid Level Detection (LLD), Total Aspiration and Dispense Monitoring (TADM)
Hamilton utilizes barcode readers to find and identify components on deck

Enhance Overall Laboratory Efficiency with Hamilton Automated Solutions

  • Strengthen chain of custody, sample tracking, and audit trail via automated barcode scanning
  • Easily add new assay protocols as testing requirements change
  • Gain flexibility when using multiple sample collection container types
  • Receive personalized recommendations and training from dedicated Hamilton cannabis experts
Hamilton Vantage being programmed

Solutions for Your Science

Explore the many ways in which Hamilton automated workflows benefit cannabis applications.

  • Cannabinoid Profiling
  • Pathogen Detection in Flower and Extract
  • Plant Sex Determination
  • Pesticide Analysis Prep
  • Positive Pressure Solid Phase Extraction (SPE)
  • Nucleic Acid Purification
  • qPCR Setup
Automated Cannabis DNA Purification and Microbial Safety Testing

Hamilton is a Leader in Cannabis DNA Purification and Safety Testing

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