WASP®: Clinical Microbiology Automation Brochure
See how WASP®, the Walk-Away Specimen Processor, fits into Copan's Full Laboratory Automation (FLA) ecosystem. Preview the brochure below or download the PDF to share with your laboratory.
What's inside
A WASP®-focused look inside Copan’s Clinical Microbiology Automation Solutions brochure, highlighting upfront specimen processing, automated planting and streaking, barcode traceability, open-platform flexibility, optional modules, and a path toward Full Laboratory Automation.
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Walk-Away Specimen Processing: WASP® automates core microbiology setup steps, including planting, streaking, labeling, barcode reading, Gram slide preparation, broth inoculation, and disk application. - ●
Standardized planting and streaking: Review how automated inoculation, streak pattern selection, loop selection, inoculation verification, and loop sterilization support consistent culture setup. - ●
Barcode-driven traceability: Learn how smart barcode reading, automated labeling, and LIS-connected reconciliation help connect specimens, plates, Gram slides, and inoculation tubes across the workflow. - ●
Modular, open-platform design: Explore WASP® as a configurable system designed to accommodate different media, specimen types, optional modules, and microbiology workflow needs. - ●
Operational efficiency: See how WASP® can help laboratories reassign skilled staff from repetitive setup tasks to higher-value microbiology work. - ●
Liquid Based Microbiology compatibility: Understand how Copan LBM® products can help maximize automation readiness for WASP® specimen processing workflows. - ●
Pathway to Full Laboratory Automation: The full brochure also shows how WASP® connects with WASPLab®, PhenoMATRIX®, Colibrí™, Radian®, and WASP-FLO™ as part of Copan’s broader Automation & AI portfolio.
● Planting & streaking
● Traceability
● Open-platform workflow
● Automation readiness
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Discuss WASP® automation planning or review distributor options to support evaluation, implementation, ordering, and availability planning for your laboratory.
Brochure context: This page highlights the WASP® sections most relevant to upfront specimen processing, workflow standardization, traceability, optional modules, and a path toward Full Laboratory Automation.
Important note: Product availability, configuration, intended use, and regulatory status may vary by country or region. Always consult product technical documentation for complete product-specific information.
Additional resources
Explore supporting resources for WASP® evaluation, upfront specimen processing, optional modules, workflow planning, and a path toward Full Laboratory Automation.
Product resources
Explore WASP® upfront specimen processing for automated planting, streaking, labeling, barcode reading, Gram slide preparation, broth inoculation, disk application, and traceability.
Review common questions about WASP® capabilities, configuration, specimen processing, traceability, integration, quality control, and cost considerations.
Connected workflow
See how WASPLab® connects with WASP® for smart incubation, digital microbiology, image acquisition, and scalable Full Laboratory Automation.
Explore PhenoMATRIX® AI-assisted culture plate image assessment, automated sorting, expert rules, LIS data integration, and WASPLab® workflow support.
Automation ecosystem
Explore Copan’s broader automation portfolio, including WASP®, WASPLab®, PhenoMATRIX®, Colibrí™, Radian®, and connected workflow solutions.
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Connect with Copan to discuss WASP® workflow fit, specimen processing needs, media setup, Gram slide preparation, LIS integration, traceability, and a path toward Full Laboratory Automation.
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Copan delivers full laboratory automation innovations spanning specimen sorting, processing, smart incubation, specialized imaging, and AI interpretation to maximize clinical microbiology productivity. Our modular platforms are uniquely customized to each laboratory while enhancing quality, safety, and traceability.
