Thermo Scientific™ Sensititre AIM™ Automated Inoculation Delivery System

The Thermo Scientific™ Sensititre™ AIM™ Automated Inoculation Delivery System (Catalog #V3020) is a state-of-the-art benchtop instrument engineered to eliminate manual pipetting errors in antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST). Designed for precision, this FDA-cleared system ensures reproducible dosing for 96-well MIC panels, improving accuracy and safety in microbiology labs worldwide.

Key Features & Benefits

1. Unmatched Accuracy & Efficiency

• Automated Dosing: Provides precise dosing (50–100 µL) with minimal human error, ensuring even bacterial suspension distribution across wells.
• Fast Processing: Completes a plate in under 1 minute—five times faster than manual pipetting, drastically reducing workflow time.
• Easy Operation: The icon-driven touchscreen interface requires minimal training, allowing quick setup and operation.

2. Enhanced Safety & Biohazard Protection

• Patented Sealed Tube System: Prevents spills and aerosol generation, minimizing exposure to potentially harmful pathogens.
• FDA-Cleared: Meets regulatory standards for clinical microbiology, ensuring compliance with industry norms.
• CLSI/EUCAST Compliance: Standardizes inoculum density to the 0.5 McFarland standard, ensuring consistent testing.

3. Compact & Space-Efficient Design

• Compact Footprint: Measures just 33.8 x 28.7 x 31.2 cm, saving valuable lab space while offering full functionality.
• Lightweight (8 kg): Easy to relocate without compromising on efficiency.

Applications Across Microbiology Labs

Clinical Diagnostics

• Hospital Laboratories: Streamline high-volume testing for blood cultures, UTIs, and respiratory infections. The Sensititre AIM™ system reduces the risk of false results and repeat tests, increasing throughput and reliability.
• Reference Laboratories: Achieve consistent, reproducible results across large batches of Sensititre MIC panels, ensuring accuracy in diagnosing bacterial infections.

Research & Pharmaceutical Testing

• Antibiotic Resistance Studies: Standardizes inoculum for critical research applications, such as time-kill assays and biofilm studies.
• Quality Control: Maintains batch-to-batch consistency in MIC panel production, improving accuracy in antibiotic susceptibility testing.

Comparison: Manual Pipetting vs. Sensititre AIM™ Automated System

Technical Specifications

Why Choose the Sensititre AIM™ System?

• Eliminate Repeat Tests: Reduces the frequency of retesting caused by pipetting errors.
• Save Time & Labor: Processes plates five times faster than manual methods, cutting technician time by 80%.
• Standardize Testing: Ensures reliable, CLSI-compliant results every time.
• Protect Lab Staff: The sealed system minimizes biohazard exposure, enhancing safety.

Ideal for

• Hospital Microbiology Labs: Particularly those processing 50+ MIC panels weekly.
• Reference Laboratories: High-throughput environments requiring consistent, reproducible results.
• Pharmaceutical QC Labs: Ensuring batch-to-batch consistency in MIC panel production.
• Research Institutions: Labs focused on antibiotic resistance, biofilm research, and high-throughput screening.

Purchase Considerations

• Availability: Check availability with Thermo Fisher Scientific as the system is not sold in all regions.
• Service & Support: Includes training and maintenance services provided by Thermo Fisher for optimal performance.
• ROI Analysis: Typically, the system pays for itself in under a year by reducing manual errors and enhancing throughput.

Final Verdict: Transform Your AST Workflow

The Thermo Scientific™ Sensititre™ AIM™ System offers unparalleled automation, precision, and safety for MIC testing. By eliminating manual pipetting errors, it enhances laboratory efficiency, reduces the risk of repeat testing, and ensures accurate, consistent results every time.