Use Manual

GLP systems Track overview
The CARs on the GLP systems Track transport the samples to the various modules. External
analyzers are connected to the track through specific interfaces.
The following list describes the main functions of the track system:
Track sections Include floor and ceiling sections and provide space
for laboratory utility lines carrying electricity, water, or
wastewater.
Track elements Include straight tracks, curves, junctions, alternating tracks,
charge lanes for charging of the CARs, maintenance lanes
for defective or faulty CARs, and pass points for CAR
identification recognition and location identification.
AccessPoints Hold CARs and samples in place, allowing for secure sample
processing.
CARs Transport the samples to the modules. The Track Sample
Manager ensures that the CARs navigate smoothly in the
laboratory automation system (LAS).
The LAS may include the following modules:
Input modules
Input/Output Module
(IOM)
The IOM is the central module for the
input and output of sample tubes. In
addition, areas of the drawers can be
configured as an archive or for loading
and unloading racks.
Preanalytical modules
Aliquot Module (AM) The AM distributes the sample matter
of a primary sample tube to secondary
tubes. During the aliquoting processes,
secondary tubes are assigned and
provided with a customer-specific bar
code. This bar code is verified before
the tubes leave the module.
Analyzer feed modules
Sample Access Line
(SAL)
The SAL is an interface between the
GLP systems Track and an analyzer. The
analyzer pipettor aspirates the sample
from the sample tube in the CAR while
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