For years, the lab relied on
manual dispensers to add
acids into hundreds of samples, a task that, while
routine, was
labor-intensive, time-consuming, and
exposed operators to safety risks. Technicians manually
handle hazardous reagents such as hydrofluoric, nitric,
and hydrochloric acids, often repeating the same
action across 200 to 300 samples per batch. The
process demanded precision and careful attention,
increasing the likelihood of errors and inconsistencies.
Moreover, this
repetitive task consumed valuable
operator time that could otherwise be dedicated to more critical analytical work. The lab recognized the
need to modernize this workflow: to enhance safety,
ensure dosing accuracy, and streamline operations in
line with their growing sample throughput and strict
safety protocols.