Forecasts predict that the global laboratory automation market will grow to $12.3 billion within the next decade. By 2033, automated technologies will handle even more tasks than we see today. These tasks include sample preparation as well as conducting complete self-driven laboratories.
These estimates have emerged from collaborative discussions among several global companies that undertake major laboratory operations.
A “Voice of the Customer” survey from METTLER TOLEDO and ABB Robotics reveals a trend toward automation, increasingly used to address challenges commonly encountered in testing and product development. The findings from the survey have been published across three papers. The first paper, “Mapping the Journey”, covers the present issues affecting laboratory robotics, including disconnected systems, a shortage of skilled workers, and increasing complexity.
The second paper, “Laying the Foundations”, outlines how laboratories can transition from incremental task automation to interconnected, self-driven laboratories that support their vision of the lab of the future.
The focus of this paper, the third in the series, revolves around a key component that these ambitions rely on – working with the right partner. The outcomes of this research indicate that trusted supplier relationships are the foundation of successful automation.
Technology providers deliver the key ingredients for success across all phases, supplying not only hardware but also expertise. They also guide implementation and collaboratively develop dynamic solutions to meet the evolving needs of the laboratory.
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This paper also highlights how the strengths of Mettler Toledo and ABB combine to deliver outstanding value to laboratories worldwide. ABB, known for its expertise in robotics and modular automation platforms, offers solutions for complex environments, enabling labs to scale and integrate seamlessly into workflows.
METTLER TOLEDO ensures traceability, reproducibility, and intelligent workflows through its world-class, precision instrumentation and integrated data solutions. This combination of automation, precision, and data-driven insight facilitates accelerated progress in the laboratory while reducing risk and unlocking the larger vision of the lab of the future.
This information has been sourced, reviewed, and adapted from materials provided by Mettler-Toledo International Inc.
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