Automate the most
error-prone steps of WES
preparation with Beluga
Automate the most
error-prone steps of WES
preparation with Beluga
Automate the most
error-prone steps of WES preparation with Beluga
Automate the most
error-prone steps of WES
preparation with Beluga
In sequencing labs, sample transfers, labeling, and pipetting are often done manually. This increases variability, error risk, and makes sample tracking harder.
In sequencing labs, sample transfers, labeling, and pipetting are often done manually. This increases variability, error risk, and makes sample tracking harder.
In sequencing labs, sample transfers, labeling, and pipetting are often done manually. This increases variability, error risk, and makes sample tracking harder.
Beluga addresses these by automating barcode scanning, magnetic bead–based DNA extraction, and eluate handling on a single platform. Samples are processed into 2D barcoded tubes, ensuring consistent preparation and full traceability from sample intake to extracted DNA.
Beluga addresses these by automating barcode scanning, magnetic bead–based DNA extraction, and eluate handling on a single platform. Samples are processed into 2D barcoded tubes, ensuring consistent preparation and full traceability from sample intake to extracted DNA.
Beluga addresses these by automating barcode scanning, magnetic bead–based DNA extraction, and eluate handling on a single platform. Samples are processed into 2D barcoded tubes, ensuring consistent preparation and full traceability from sample intake to extracted DNA.
End-to-end barcode
traceability
Beluga integrates 2D barcode scanning directly into the sample preparation workflow. Each sample is scanned, processed, and eluted into laser-etched 2D barcoded tubes, preserving identity throughout the process.
Positioned perfectly upstream of library preparation to eliminate manual touchpoints
Positioned perfectly upstream of library preparation to eliminate manual touchpoints
Positioned perfectly upstream of library preparation to eliminate manual touchpoints
Step 1:
Sample Collection
(EDTA blood tube)
Sample Collection
(EDTA blood tube)
Beluga's Zone of Control
Beluga's Zone of Control
Step 2:
Barcode Scanning
(EDTA tubes)
Barcode Scanning
(EDTA tubes)
Step 3:
DNA Extraction
(Magnetic bead-based)
DNA Extraction
(Magnetic bead-based)
Step 4:
Elution
(Directly into 2D barcoded tubes)
Elution
(Directly into 2D barcoded tubes)
Step 5:
Storage or Transfer
(-80°C or Library Prep)
Storage or Transfer
(-80°C or Library Prep)
By fully automating steps 2 through 4, Beluga guarantees that the sample remains untouched and fully traceable during the most error-prone phases of preparation.
By fully automating steps 2 through 4, Beluga guarantees that the sample remains untouched and fully traceable during the most error-prone phases of preparation.
By fully automating steps 2 through 4, Beluga guarantees that the sample remains untouched and fully traceable during the most error-prone phases of preparation.
Built for sequencing labs
Reduced manual pipetting
Reduced manual pipetting
Reduced manual pipetting
Reduced manual pipetting
Trace user records and admin logs
Trace user records and admin logs
Trace user records and admin logs
Trace user records and admin logs
Compact footprint
Compact footprint
Compact footprint
Compact footprint
Standalone interface with no external device required
Standalone interface with no external device required
Standalone interface with no external device required
Standalone interface with no external device required
Open reagent compatibility
Open reagent compatibility
Open reagent compatibility
Open reagent compatibility
Designed for high-
impact genomics
Beluga supports upstream sample preparation for Whole Exome Sequencing and a range of genomics applications across clinical diagnostics and research laboratories
Clinical germline sequencing
Rare disease genomics
Oncology sequencing workflows
Reproductive genomics
Designed for high-
impact genomics
Beluga supports upstream sample preparation for Whole Exome Sequencing and a range of genomics applications across clinical diagnostics and research laboratories
Clinical germline sequencing
Rare disease genomics
Oncology sequencing workflows
Reproductive genomics
Designed for high-
impact genomics
Beluga supports upstream sample preparation for Whole Exome Sequencing and a range of genomics applications across clinical diagnostics and research laboratories
Clinical germline sequencing
Rare disease genomics
Oncology sequencing workflows
Reproductive genomics
Designed for high-
impact genomics
Beluga supports upstream sample preparation for Whole Exome Sequencing and a range of genomics applications across clinical diagnostics and research laboratories
Clinical germline sequencing
Rare disease genomics
Oncology sequencing workflows
Reproductive genomics
Pipetting that’s precise, every single time.
With Beluga, every drop is handled with care. From tracking liquid levels in real time to protecting pipette tips and ensuring repeatable precision, Beluga is designed to keep your workflows smooth, accurate, and worry-free.
See how it works
Competitive analysis
Beluga V/S Hamilton Microlab STAR
Beluga V/S Tecan Fluent
Beluga V/S QiaSymphony
Beluga V/S KingFisher Flex
Beluga V/S Qiagen EZ2 connect
Features
Beluga
Hamilton Microlab STAR
WES workflow compatibility
Yes
Yes
Throughput
1-32 samples
Up to 96 or 384 samples per run depending on configuration
Sample input format
EDTA, 96 well plate, Falcon tubes
Deep well plate
Sample traceability
Yes
Yes
Ease of protocol setup
Hardware- Low
Software- Low
Hardware - (High)Large modular robotic workstation
Software - (High)Powerful but programmable (VENUS)
Reagent flexibility
Open system
Yes
Footprint (W × D × H)
100 x 85 x 90 cm
90.3 × 112 ×78.1 cm
Beluga V/S Hamilton Microlab STAR
Beluga V/S Tecan Fluent
Beluga V/S QiaSymphony
Beluga V/S KingFisher Flex
Beluga V/S Qiagen EZ2 connect
Features
Beluga
Hamilton Microlab STAR
WES workflow compatibility
Yes
Yes
Throughput
1-32 samples
Up to 96 or 384 samples per run depending on configuration
Sample input format
EDTA, 96 well plate, Falcon tubes
Deep well plate
Sample traceability
Yes
Yes
Ease of protocol setup
Hardware- Low
Software- Low
Hardware - (High)Large modular robotic workstation
Software - (High)Powerful but programmable (VENUS)
Reagent flexibility
Open system
Yes
Footprint (W × D × H)
100 x 85 x 90 cm
90.3 × 112 ×78.1 cm
CDSCO IVD certified
CDSCO IVD certified
CDSCO IVD certified
Manufactured under an ISO-13485 quality system
Manufactured under an ISO-13485 quality system
Manufactured under an ISO-13485 quality system
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
Technical specifications
FAQs
FAQs
FAQs
FAQs
Reliable sequencing starts here
Reduce manual handling and improve sample traceability with automated WES sample preparation.