Lab Automation Robotics Solution for Limbach Group SE in Medical Diagnostics

Limbach Group SE is Germany's largest owner-managed laboratory group, offering high-quality diagnostics through a network of over 30 independent laboratories. The group provides comprehensive services in laboratory diagnostics, clinical medicine, human genetics, and more. At MVZ Laboratory Limbach Lehrte, one of its key facilities, the group combines advanced diagnostic technology with regional healthcare services to support timely and reliable patient care.

MVZ Laboratory Limbach Lehrte faces significant challenges in maintaining round-the-clock operations for its diagnostic services and serving the Hann. Münden Clinic, a 150-bed regional hospital, the laboratory provides critical support for a wide range of specialties, including internal medicine, cardiology, nephrology, and surgery.

Labor shortages are a critical challenge, particularly during night shifts, weekends, and holidays. They create bottlenecks in handling repetitive tasks such as sample preparation, capping, uncapping, and labeling. These challenges increase the risk of delays, errors, and strain on staff, ultimately impacting the reliability and efficiency of patient care.

To address these challenges, MVZ Laboratory Limbach Lehrte implemented the Dobot CR10A cobot automation solution. The cobots seamlessly integrate into the laboratory workflow to automate key tasks, including:

• Pick-and-place operations for sample handling.
• Capping and uncapping of test tubes and vials.
• Sample preparation to optimize diagnostic efficiency.
• Labelling to ensure traceability and accuracy

Dr. Corinna Hauß, site manager of MVZ Laboratory Limbach Lehrte, highlighted the impact: “By using the robot, we can ensure the provision of laboratory diagnostics day and night, 365 days a year.”

The Dobot CR10A cobot solution ensures uninterrupted laboratory operations 24/7, even during weekends, holidays, and off-peak hours. This automation addresses the critical challenge of labor shortages while maintaining high accuracy and efficiency in diagnostics. By streamlining repetitive tasks, the solution reduces turnaround times and minimizes errors, allowing the laboratory to provide reliable and timely results. Most importantly, it enhances patient care by supporting consistent, high-quality diagnostics essential for medical decision-making.