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Sci-Print VXL

Product Description

The Sci-Print VXL (model # 1061) is a fully automated tube labeling system, capable of printing and applying labels to tubes ranging from 0.5 mL to 50 mL in size.

The Sci-Print VXL can be configured to sort racked tubes, receive bulk tubes, uncap/recap, fill and/or scan barcodes.

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“The Scinomix VXL/VXQ automated labeler/filler has been a game-changer for our lab. What took a team of 8 analysts tediously hand-labeling thousands of vials for 8 hours has been replaced with a robust machine that has eliminated repetitive stress injuries. The after-purchase support from Scinomix has been outstanding, being able to resolve problems within hours or a few days.”

, GSK

“My company purchased the Scinomix VXL labeler when we first transitioned to cryovials from glass amps, and we never looked back. Scinomix sent out an account manger, Wes, to train us, and that was completed in only a couple hours. For such a complex looking machine, they were able to make it very simple to use. Now, if anything ever goes wrong, we have both the Scinomix staff, and Wes’ number who are always there to help us solve the problem in a minimum amount of time. Great product and excited to get the hopper to make it even better!”

, Coriell Institute for Medical Research

“The SciPrint VXL requires a little learning of the software and instrument but once you establish a process it is easy to use and teach others. We have had great experience and feedback with customer service on any issues or general questions.”

, Biogen

“Great Unit! Worry free, walk away, reliable functionality. Excellent robust operation, error free operation, preventative maintenance service is reliable and prompt (have had no need for service beyond routine yearly PM).”

, Dow AgroSciences

“We purchased this instrument about 2 years ago & it is our favourite instrument. It has saved countless hours of hand labeling. “

, Coriell Institute

 “Response is the first adjective I would use. To work with a company that has complexity like software, consumables and instrumentation, to get us up in 1 week, literally from the day I made the first phone call, to the day Mark was in here and had a machine up and running, I was blown away how fast we got this up and running.”

-Randy Nagy, Genteuri

 

**This testimonial was given by a customer performing testing in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Scinomix shortened lead times and increased inventory to accommodate customers requiring quick turnaround times for equipment.**

“We shopped around and came across the Scinomix instruments, and the thing that attracted me to it was its ease of use and also that it was integrateable with different robotic systems. We were hand labeling tubes or using the typical Microsoft print option with the labels where we would peel and apply. This wasn’t overly efficient, as you can imagine, when we were doing several hundreds of tubes or over 1,000 tubes, people weren’t very happy. This [Sci-Print VX] was a real asset to the lab and a lot of the groups are using the tube labeling capability.

The service has been awesome. I would have to say for me, personally, it was the service; people getting involved and I never felt like I was bothering anyone, all of you guys were very accommodating to calls. Keep doing what you’re doing.”

-Scott Depee, AstraZeneca

The Sci-Print VXL is a fully automated tube handling system that offers configurable solutions to each customer. The Sci-Print VXL caters to a wide range of applications and provides full solutions for a variety of industries.

The Sci-Print VXL can handle a wide variety of tubes and vials ranging from 0.5 mL to 50 mL in size. In addition to labeling, the Sci-Print VXL has optional features that can be added to best fit your specific requirements.

We also offer a variety of label kits to accommodate for your specific tube application. The label and ribbon combinations have been tested extensively with the Scinomix line of automated labelers. They have proven to be the best fit for ensuring optimal labeling performance.

Features

  • Throughput of 425 tubes/ hour
  • 12-position work deck (accommodates up to 1200 tubes)
  • Thermal transfer printer
  • Ability to handle honeycomb plates
  • Compatible with Matrix and Micronic 2D vials
  • Labels tubes and vials ranging from 0.5 mL to 50 mL
  • Options: Filling of aqueous solutions, uncapping and recapping of screw top lids, 2D barcode scanner used to read or validate
  • Upgrade to the new patent pending Universal Gripper

Benefits

  • Increases productivity and efficiency in the lab
  • Provides valuable walk away time to attend to other important tasks in the lab
  • Consistency of label placement on each tube
  • Improves barcode scanning process
  • Can handle multiple tube types with same system
  • Eliminates human error that can occur from hand labeling
  • Reduces repetitive injuries from hand labeling

Enabled Symbologies

These are the current symbologies that we implement. If you have a need outside of this list, please contact us. We are always interested in helping customers find solutions.

  • Code 128
  • Code 39 (full ASCII)
  • Interleaved 2 of 5
  • Data Matrix (2D)

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Specifications

System Requirements: Windows 7/8/8.1/10 .NET 4.5.1 framework

Network Requirements: Requirements dependent on software version. May need RS232 or ethernet.

Air Requirements: 80-90 PSI @ 1 CFM. The air supply must be oil/contaminant free, with an inline regulator and air dryer.

Main Power Requirements: 110-240 VAC 50/60 Hz 80W (Max)

Transport and Storage Temperature: -20 degrees C to +55 degrees C (20% to 80% non-condensing)

Operating Environment: (Indoor use only)
Temperature: 10 degrees C to 40 degrees C
Humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing
Altitude: Up to 2000M
Main Supply: +/- 10% Rated Voltage
Transient overvoltage: Installation Category (Overvoltage category) II
Rated pollution: Pollution degree II

Physical Dimensions: Height: 33” (843mm) Width: 30.5” (775mm) Depth: 17” (432mm) Weight: 143lb. (65KG)

Labeling Rate/Throughput: 425 tubes per hour (throughput is impacted based on configuration).

Tube Specifications: Volume Range: 0.5 mL to 50 mL, Max Height: 120 mm, Max Diameter: 35 mm

Rack Capacity: 12 position work deck *accommodates all racks that meet the ANSI footprint requirements

Certifications: CE

*Rack Requirements: ANSI SLAS PLATE REQUIREMENTS: https://www.slas.org/education/ansi-slas-microplate-standards/

Accessories

Label Kits

Barcode Scanning

Peristaltic Pump

Custom Racks

Tube Weighing Module

FAQs

How do I adjust gripper air pressure on the Sci-Print VX2?



The small knob that controls gripper air pressure is located on the underside of the upper gantry (see image).

Note: If you have a new VX2, the knob may look slightly different

It is important to make sure the gripper air pressure is not too high and not too low. If you find that the gripper is not picking up the tube, this could mean your air pressure is too low, so you may need to adjust it to make it stronger. If the gripper air pressure is too strong, this could result in the grippers closing too tight, and the tube breaking

To adjust gripper air pressure:

1.)    Unscrew the lock collar completely by turning it to the left (lock collar is located on the gripper air pressure knob.)

2.)    Once the lock collar is undone, you will be able to adjust the knob to control the air pressure

3.)    To increase air pressure, tighten the knob, or turn right

4.)    To decrease air pressure, loosen the knob, or turn left

What is the Roller Close air pressure?

The Roller Close Pressure Adjust is located on the left side of the machine just behind the roller block assembly.

This air pressure controls how tight the rollers clamp together to label the tube.  It is also very important to make sure that the air pressure is not too high and not too low. This air pressure should be adjusted fairly often depending on the size of tube you are using. If you have a smaller tube, the air pressure should be fairly low. If you have a larger tube, the air pressure should be adjusted higher.

How do I adjust VX2 grippers for honeycomb plates?

1.) Unscrew the gripper head from the Z-axis arm

2.) Turn the dowel pin counterclockwise, one quarter to the right

3.) Screw back together in this position using an Allen Wrench

How do i adjust the Roller Close air pressure?

1.) Unscrew the lock collar completely by turning it to the left

2.) Once the lock collar is undone, you will be able to adjust the knob to control the roller close air pressure

1.) To increase air pressure, tighten the knob, or turn right

2.) To decrease air pressure, loosen the knob, or turn left

3.) If you find the tube breaking or stalling in the labeling process, this could mean the air pressure is adjusted too high

How do I create a new label?

1. Go to the Configuration Menu in the user program

2. Under the configuration menu, select “Label Stock”



The Label Stock Configuration screen will display



– Label stock lets you control the measurements of your label

3. Under the configuration menu, click “Label document”

  • The Label Document Configuration screen will display

  • This is essentially the label designer, which will allow you to add all necessary information to your label including text, barcode or an image

How do I measure label stock?

1.)    Under the configuration menu, select “Label Stock”



The Label Stock Configuration screen will display



This screen allows the user to define the physical characteristics of the label being used, including the length of the label, the width of the label, and the span of the label.

Here are some clear definitions:

  • Total Length= measure from the clear space at the beginning of the label to the end of the label

  • Printable Length = measure just the white part of the label

  • Width = measure the label vertically

  • Span= measure the length from the end of the clear tip of the previous label to the tip of the next label, including the clear space (should be about 3mm longer than total length)

How do I change the roller and clamp roller block?

1.) Turn off the air so that the roller assembly can be pulled out of the machine

2.) Remove the screw in the center of the roller using an Allen wrench and lift off the roller

3.) Place the new roller on the spindle and align the slot in the underside with the flats on the spindle

4.) Place a screw into the hole in the center of the roller and gently tighten. Ensure the screw length is approximately 5 mm longer than the depth of the hole.

5.) To swap out the clamp roller or to adjust its height, first remove it by unscrewing the single screw holding it in place.

6.) Remove or ad spacers as necessary so as to position the top of the clamp roller block level with the top of the roller.

7.) Place the roller block onto the actuator base. Insert the screw and gently tighten. Make sure the screw length is approximately 5 mm longer than the depth of the hole.

How do I change VX2 grippers?

1.) Before removing the gripper fingers, press the “e-stop” button and move the arm to a good accessible position.

2.) Reset the “e-stop” while holding the arm at the desired position

3.) Using a flat-ended Allen Wrench, remove each of the screws that hold the grippers onto the gripper actuator. If the head of the screw looks worn, replace it.

4.) To reinstall the grippers, simply reverse this process. Do not over tighten the screws or they may strip, or the heads may become rounded. Depending upon the type of gripper being fitted, different holes and screw sizes may be used.

Can the Sci-Print VX2 label in a cold environment?

Yes. We use Computype TS818 labels that can withstand cold temperatures as low as -196 degrees and as hot as 120 degrees.

Can the Sci-Print VX2 fill tubes?

Yes. Not only can the Sci-Print VX2 label, uncap and cap tubes, but it can also fill tubes by easily attaching a peristaltic pump to the system. The tubes are labeled and filled at the same time and placed back into the rack.

How do I Load Labels for Sci-Print VX2 and Sci-Print Solo?

1.) Load the labels, making sure that you hold the roll together as you position it over the spindle. Make sure the print head is open by turning the green knob 90 degrees counterclockwise.

2.) Feed the labels through the print head, making sure they are positioned under the red adjustable guide and through the red gap sensor.

3.) Thread the labels behind the peel plate, making sure they go behind the roller, not between the roller and the blow tube.

4.) Insert the label liner behind one of the retaining pegs on the take up reel. Turn the take up reel counterclockwise to wind the labels through the system.

5.) Wind the green knob on the spindle counterclockwise to expand the spindle (this helps release the use labels from the spindle the next time they need to be changed).

6.) After winding a few labels through the printer, making sure they move freely, close the pinch roller at the front of the machine, and then close the head.

7.) To thread the labels through the tensioner, push back on the rear most roller to open a gap between the two rollers and drop the labels into the gap.

Troubleshooting Guides

TS-1104 Label Tension Guide (A2)
TS-1101 Label Tension Guide (SQUIX)
TS-1099 SciPrint Software v2.6.1 Configuration Import
TS-1087 Adjusting the Print Head Contact Point (CAB A2 only)
TS-1097 Adding New Fonts to Sci-Print VX2_VXL
TS-1095 Adjusting the Roller Sensor

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