The QPix® FLEX™ Microbial Colony Picker is a versatile workstation that streamlines microbiology workflows by integrating plating, colony picking, and screening in a single system.

In this video, Rizwan Chaudrey speaks with Carmelo Trimarchi and Michele Argentati, who introduce how the platform enables precise colony selection using AI-based colour detection and configurable picking parameters, including adjustable picking depth and colony selection limits.

The system also supports efficient operation with reusable metal pins and an automated multi-step washing process, while flexible, user-friendly software allows protocols to be tailored across a broad range of applications.

Key Takeaways:

• Automate colony selection with AI-driven colour detection for precise picking
• Integrate plating, colony picking, and screening in one compact platform
• Configure parameters such as picking depth and colony limits for greater control
• Improve efficiency with reusable pins and an automated three-stage washing process
• Customize workflows with adaptable, user-friendly software
• Apply across microbiome research, QA/QC, environmental monitoring, and synthetic biology

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