Automated Embedding System Auto-TEC®
Description
Automated Embedding System capable of embedding up to 120 specimens per hour using ParaformŽ sectionable cassette technology
Objective
Develop completely new type of cassette and automated method of embedding
Result
- Product currently on the market
- Five years of engineering and development at Ward Engineering for development of 6-axis transfer mechanism including mechanical and electrical systems
- Ward Engineering also responsible for design and development of Paraform sectionable cassettes including multi-cavity production mold
- Embedding instrument includes over 2000 parts, of which 600 are manufactured at this facility
- Ward Engineering has assembled over 15 units and is expected to assemble 15 more units before complete transfer of manufacturing methods to client is complete