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Sample Handling Automation

Shorter test cycles. More testing capacity.

From loading one sample at a time to queuing 224 samples for overnight testing, Alpha’s sample automation is custom designed for fast, reliable, operator-friendly handling on Premier MDR and Premier RPA.

Alpha Technologies Premier sample automation
224

Samples queued with Premier High Capacity

3 options

From manual queues to high-capacity trays

25+

Film options for any application

2–4

Film rolls supported on every option

Premier sample automation
Built for Premier

Automation designed for your Alpha Premier instruments

Alpha’s compact, lightweight sample handling options are custom designed for fast, reliable and operator-friendly handling. Every option integrates seamlessly with Premier MDR and Premier RPA instruments, for quick and easy retrofitting.

All options can use 2, 3 or 4 film rolls, and with more than 25 film options, Alpha has the right film for any application.

Choose your capacity

Three ways to automate

Pick the option that matches your sample volume, from a handful of samples to an overnight queue.

5 & 10 Queue

Manual loading of 5 to 10 square, round or irregular samples.

Premier 3D

A carousel that holds up to 36 interchangeable sample carriers — an affordable mid-capacity option.

Premier High Capacity

A load-and-go tray system and the fastest sample handling unit available worldwide.

Technical details

Specifications & Documents

5 Queue and 10 Queue
Sample Capacity:Up to 5 or 10 samples
Sample Size:Up to 17 mm (0.67 in) thickness
Modes of Operation:First-In First-Out (FIFO)
Electrical: 24VAC supplied by instrument
Air Pressure: 4.1 bar minimum (60 psi)
Dimensions: Adds 254 mm – 800 mm (10 in – 31 in) of width to the instrument
Premier™ 3D
Sample Capacity: Up to 36 samples
Sample Size: 4 – 14 mm (0.16 – 0.55 in) thickness
Modes of Operation: First-In First-Out (FIFO)
Electrical: 24VAC supplied by instrument
Air Pressure: 4.1 bar minimum (60 psi)
Dimensions: W: 432 mm (17 in), D: 457 mm (18 in), H: 195 mm (7.7in)
Weight: 13.6 kg (30 lbs)
Premier™ High Capacity
Sample Capacity: Up to 224 samples, 16 samples per tray
Sample Size: Up to 19 mm (0.75 in) thickness and 33 mm (1.30 in) diameter
Modes of Operation: First-In First-Out (FIFO) Tray and Slot
Electrical: 120VAC supplied by instrument
Air Pressure: 4.1 bar minimum (60 psi)
Dimensions: W: 457 mm (18 in), D: 660 mm (26 in), H: 330 mm (13 in)
Weight: 34 kg (75 lbs)
Complete your lab

Pair automation with

Premier MDR

The industry-standard workhorse cure meter for QA/QC labs.

Premier RPA

Measure compounds before, during and after cure in a single test.

Enterprise Software

Collect, analyze and share test data across instruments, labs and plants in one secure system.

Ready when you are

See what Premier automation can do for your lab

Get a quote today and discover how Alpha’s rheology instruments, dedicated support and 60+ years of specialized expertise can advance your materials testing.