Storage and retrieval at a glance: How to find the right process

Veröffentlicht26. May 2025

Aktualisiert26. May 2025

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In daily laboratory work, there are various ways to store and retrieve samples (aliquots) – depending on the working method and requirements.
Whether manually, visually via the freezer or with the express mode: each method has its advantages.

This overview will help you to find the right process for your laboratory – efficient, transparent and flexible.

Check-In: Store samples

Standard

Manual process: Aliquots are recorded individually and manually – ideal for precise and individual entries.

Express (fast check-in & re-check-in)

Fast manual process:
Allows multiple aliquots to be entered manually and quickly.
Re-check-in:
Previously checked-out aliquots are stored again. The procedure is the same as for express check-in, but the remaining amount of liquid must also be specified.

Visual capture via the repository: aliquots can be added or edited directly in the graphical freezer view – individually or in groups.

Rack scanner:
Capture and check in multiple samples at once across entire racks.

LVL scanner:
Automated check-in with a compatible LVL rack scanner.
Ziath scanner:
Use of a Ziath scanner for quick identification and storage of aliquots.

Check-Out: Removing samples

Standard

Manual process:
Aliquots are specifically checked out manually

Express

Visually via the repository:
Swap multiple aliquots directly via the freezer view – ideal for quick access.

Rack scanner:
Quick check-out of entire racks using a scanner.

LVL scanner:
Automated recording of samples with an LVL-compatible rack scanner.
Ziath scanner:
Efficient identification and retrieval of samples using a Ziath scanner.

For each of these processes, you will find a video below that clearly explains the individual steps.