Unified Control for GC and LC Systems

The LabSolutions platform is technically engineered to provide a common user interface for both Gas Chromatography and Liquid Chromatography systems. This unification allows a single PC to control multiple instruments simultaneously, simplifying the learning curve for operators and streamlining the management of laboratory assets. Users can switch between GC and LC screens seamlessly, applying similar data processing workflows to both techniques. This shared environment enhances operational efficiency and ensures consistent data handling across different analytical platforms.

AI-Driven Peak Integration with Peakintelligence

"Peakintelligence" represents a significant technical advancement in data processing, utilizing an AI algorithm trained on vast datasets of expert peak integrations. This software option eliminates the need for manual parameter settings such as slope or width, which are often difficult to optimize for complex samples. Technically, the AI can recognize shoulder peaks and handle baseline noise with a level of precision equivalent to an experienced analyst. This reduces processing time by up to 75% and minimizes human subjectivity in result interpretation.

Comprehensive Data Integrity and Compliance

To meet the stringent requirements of FDA 21 CFR Part 11 and other global regulations, Shimadzu software includes robust data integrity tools. Technically, all analytical data, including raw files, method parameters, and integration results, are stored in a secure database to prevent unauthorized deletion or overwriting. The software maintains a comprehensive audit trail that logs every change made to a file, providing full traceability for every analytical result. This ensures that the laboratory can easily pass regulatory audits with verifiable and secure information.

Remote Monitoring and Operation via LabSolutions Direct

LabSolutions Direct is a web-based technical solution that allows researchers to interact with their GC instruments through smartphones or tablets. Using a standard web browser, users can remotely check the remaining analysis time, monitor the current chromatogram, and even start or stop a batch of samples. This feature is technically optimized for mobile environments, providing a simplified interface that allows for critical decision-making without the need to be physically present in the laboratory, thereby supporting flexible work arrangements.

Automated System Startup and Shutdown (Clean Pilot)

The "Clean Pilot" and "System Check" functions within the software automate the preparatory steps required for GC analysis. Technically, the software can schedule the instrument to start up, perform a carrier gas leak check, and stabilize the baseline by automatically conditioning the column. Once the analysis is complete, the software manages the cooling of the oven and the reduction of gas flows to a standby state. This automation ensures that the instrument is always ready for use while minimizing the consumption of electricity and carrier gases.

Specialized Application Software for Industry Standards

Shimadzu offers a suite of application-specific software options, such as Simulated Distillation and Calorific Value Calculation. These modules are technically designed to perform complex calculations required by international standards like ASTM, ISO, and BTU. For example, the Simulated Distillation software can automatically calculate boiling point distributions and generate customized reports that overlay distillation curves with reference oil chromatograms. These specialized tools eliminate the need for manual data transfer to spreadsheets, reducing calculation errors.

Multi-Data Reporting and SpreadSheet Integration

The "Multi-Data Report" functionality allows users to create comprehensive reports that combine results from multiple samples and different instrument types. Technically, this feature operates like a spreadsheet within the software, allowing for complex statistical calculations and the generation of graphs based on quantitative data. Reports can be customized with flexible layouts, and the use of report templates ensures that all laboratory documentation follows a standardized format, enhancing the clarity and professional presentation of the final results.

Networked Architecture with LabSolutions CS

For large-scale laboratories, LabSolutions CS provides a networked architecture that centralizes data on a server. Technically, this allows any client PC on the network to access instruments and data, enabling analysts to perform data processing from their office desks while the GC is running in the lab. The system includes a robust server-client synchronization mechanism that ensures analysis continues even if the network connection is temporarily lost, automatically uploading data once the server is restored to maintain data continuity.

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