BenchMark ULTRA instrument, now with Ultimate Reagent Access

BenchMark ULTRA instruments with Ultimate ReagentAccess: a unique model for successSpecificationsGeneral CharacteristicsDesigned with 30 individual slide staining chambers, BenchMark ULTRA with UltimateReagent Access provides exceptional workflow control, allowing technicians the ability to addor remove slides and reagents. This flexible platform allows laboratories to treatany patient as a STAT, delivering added value to attending physicians and their patients.Fully AutomatedSlide Position• Baking, deparaffinization, cell conditioning and staining, includingIHC , ISH, SISH, immunofluorescence, multiparameter IHC staining(dual, triple), counter stain, and titration• 1 – 30 slides with independent processing/functionality andtemperature control for each positionMaintain optimal workflow efficiencies with CareGiverremote support technologyCareGiver technology is the world‘s first remote histology lab support solution that encompassesH&E, IHC, and ISH staining platforms. Establishing a two-way communication link betweenthe BenchMark ULTRA instrument and the Ventana customer service center, CareGivertechnology delivers 24/7 real-time remote instrument monitoring, remote troubleshootingand training, software upgrades over the internet, and over-the-shoulder help from Ventanaservice experts.Proprietary flexible hardware and softwareOur elegant Ultimate Reagent Access hardware and software enhancement was built oncustomer feedback. The features you see here are specially designed to satisfy the missioncriticalfunctionalities our customers requested most.Reagent Carousel• 35 reagent positionsSlides• 25 x 75 mm, 1 x 3 inches or 26 x 76 mm Superfrost PlusBulk solutions• Up to 7 different bulk solutions can be changed “on the fly” withoutprocess interruptionWaste• Two – 20 L carboys, can be changed “on the fly” without processinterruptionDI Water Supply• NCCLS Type II water or equivalent (deionized water)Temperature Control • Ambient to 100ºCModularity• One to eight BenchMark ULTRA (and/or DISCOVERY ULTRA)instruments may be controlled from one BenchMark ULTRAcomputer systemConfiguration• Free standingCertifications• CSACatalog Number• N750-BMKU-FS1. 30 independently functioning slide staining chambers preserve sample integrity andeliminate the need for batch processing2. Add or remove individual slides at any time3. Access reagents at frequent intervals4. Run unexpected test requests as STAT, without interrupting cases already in process5. Count on visual and audio alerts to signal access to slides and reagents6. Reagent detect sensor quickly and accurately reads added reagentsUnique Features• Automated IHC/ISH platform manages STAT requests with no impact to in-process slides• Superior throughput – 90 slides per 8 hour shift• Enhanced protocol flexibilitiesEnvironmental RequirementsBTU/Hour Output• 400 BTU/Hr idle, 1000 BTU/Hr running123Better togetherPair the BenchMark ULTRA slide staininginstrument with the VANTAGE workflowmanagement system to ensure full chainof custody and positive patient ID.Room TemperatureHumidityElectrical SpecificationsVoltageCurrent• 20ºC to 32ºC (68ºF to 90ºF)• 10% to 90%, non-condensing• ~100-120 v• 6 ampsFrequency• 50/60 HzPhysical Characteristics456Size (W x D x H)Weight• 44.00" x 33.10" x 62.40" (111.76 cm x 84.07 cm x 158.50 cm)• 13.5" x 14.5" x 13.5", (34 cm x 37 cm x 34 cm)• 650 lbs. (294.8 kg)Clearances• Top 15" (38.1 cm)• Sides 4" (10.2 cm)• Rear 6" (15.2 cm)12009 Medical Design Excellence AwardN2504-9_0611A_F&B_Brochure-3.indd 3-47/18/11 10:52 AM