The BiOLiX FAB Line

Automated Bio-Libraries

-130°C to RT

The FAB line is a fully automated version of the SAB line, providing individual sample retrieval while utilizing all the advantages of the SAB architecture. The FAB Line combines sample safety, sample density and power efficiency design principles of the BiOLiX Series besides accommodates a very specific operational needs of collections with diverse labware types and storage temperature requirements.

BiOLiX FAB Line is now available as first of its kind hybrid system with multiple temperature storage spaces within one unit.
Biobanks have sometimes collections that need different storage conditions and at the same time face space constrains. As a solution to those requirements and limitations LiCONiC developed the system that incorporates two or more chambers with independent temperature setpoints but sharing same robotic handling assembly and built into one unit.
BiOLiX FAB as a hybrid version offers exactly the same set of features and advantages as mono temperature models adding next level of flexibility to the well know product line challenging competition in the unprecedented way.

FAB Line Overview

BiOLiX FAB 157k0 ULT

Main Features

Temperature range from RT to -130°C
Hybrid – a multi-temperature system in one enclosure available
Fully sample picking & tracking
Compatible with unlimited types of labware
Multiple levels of sample safety backup
Large sample capacity
Fully featured system control software
LIMS and robotic work cell integration

The FAB Line is designed for biobanking applications where the primary objective of the storage is long term sample safety and efficiency for storage processes and capacity. This line offers the same advantages as other LiCONiC store lines but caters to the needs of large legacy collections and long term collection arrangements where odd and variable sized containers and rack sizes are frequently encountered. The FAB Line simplifies the sample storage/retrieval process and ensures that sample integrity is maintained in perpetuity.
FAB storage area is flexibly configurable to accommodate many container varieties simultaneously, and to be changeable over time to adapt to new container types and proportions in storage. Transitioning sample collections from legacy storage arrangements to the automated environment of FAB is easy with fully configurable storage cassette sizes.

FAB31k0

Benefits

Ideal with for legacy cryobox collections – no reformatting required
Proven sample integrity
High storage density
Best energy performance
Unrivalled temperature uniformity and stability
Exceptional frost control
Intuitive system operation
Seamless LIMS integration
Unique no defrost cycle design

Capacities

LiCONiC‘s BiOLiX series is the market‘s most complete selection of products for automated biobanking. Products are categorized by application, temperature and capacity.

BOLIX FAB Line examples			FAB31k0-ULT		FAB46k5-ULT		FAB98k0-ULT		FAB220k5-ULT
Labware	Plate height	Pitch	Levels	Samples	Levels	Samples	Levels	Samples	Levels	Samples
FluidX 0.3 ml Screw Cap	19.1 mm	25 mm	50	2'764'800	50	4‘147‘200	78	8‘626‘176	78	19‘408‘896
Micronic 0.5 ml Screw Cap	28.5 mm	35 mm	35	1'935'360	36	2‘985‘984	56	6‘193‘152	56	13‘934‘592
LVL LX1000	45.6 mm	52 mm	24	1'327'104	24	1‘990‘656	37	4‘091‘904	37	9‘206‘784
Thermo Matrix 1.0ml Screw Cap	54.6 mm	61 mm	20	1'105'920	20	1‘658‘880	32	3‘538‘944	32	7‘962‘624
Greiner Bio One 2 ml	48.0 mm	54 mm	23	635'904	23	953‘856	36	1‘990‘656	36	4‘478‘976

FAB Storage Conditions

The SAB Line features climate control design found across the BiOLiX Series. These features result in high density, temperature stable, and power efficient sample storage. As with the FAB Line, single, chest style storage combines with LiCONiC’s proprietary dual temperature zone design to give temperature stability, excellent humidity control, and easy service access to robotic components. LiCONiC‘s unique chest freezer design naturally creates two important benefits:

Two climate zones, one for active components at -20°C another for passive elements at ULT temperature. Stable horizontal temperature layers in ULT storage area.
Chart reprezentative for FAB -80°C only.

Space Efficiency

The FAB Line of Automated Bio-Libraries make best use of given room constraints by built to space modular design. System size and layout tailored to needs and workflow requirements.