Engineering automation around complex laboratory workflows

Some laboratory workflows cannot be solved with standard systems alone.

Kbiosystems develops custom automation solutions for laboratories and OEM partners requiring workflow-specific engineering, specialist integration and operational flexibility beyond standard platform configurations.

From bespoke automation modules to fully integrated laboratory workflows, our projects are engineered around real operational requirements, not predefined product limitations.

Engineering automation around complex laboratory workflows
Designed around the workflow, not the catalogue

Designed around the workflow, not the catalogue

Many laboratories operate with workflows that evolve faster than standard automation platforms can accommodate.

Differences in throughput, sample handling, integration requirements, laboratory infrastructure and regulatory processes often create operational challenges that cannot be resolved through off-the-shelf systems alone.

Kbiosystems works alongside laboratory teams, automation specialists and OEM partners to engineer practical automation solutions around those realities.

Our approach combines proven engineering principles with flexible system development — allowing laboratories to strengthen workflow continuity without unnecessary operational disruption.

TYPES OF CUSTOM PROJECTS

Typical custom project areas include: Workflow-specific automation

Automation systems developed around unique laboratory processes and operational requirements.

  • Bespoke robotic integration

    Integration of robotics, liquid handlers and laboratory instruments into connected workflows.

  • Automated sample handling

    Custom plate, tube and sample transport systems designed for workflow continuity and throughput optimisation.

  • OEM product development

    Engineering and manufacturing support for laboratory automation companies and life science technology organisations.

  • Prototype-to-production engineering

    Development support from early-stage concepts through to scalable manufacturing.

Practical engineering with long-term operational focus
ENGINEERING APPROACH

Practical engineering with long-term operational focus

Custom automation projects succeed when engineering, manufacturability and workflow understanding remain closely connected throughout development.

Kbiosystems combines mechanical, electrical and software engineering expertise with in-house manufacturing capability to maintain technical ownership from concept through implementation.

This integrated approach supports:

  • faster engineering communication
  • reduced project fragmentation
  • improved manufacturability
  • smoother integration
  • long-term system supportability

Automation flexibility aligned to operational needs

STANDARD / MODIFIED / BESPOKE
Not every project requires a fully bespoke system. Kbiosystems supports laboratories across multiple levels of automation complexity.

  • Bespoke Automation

    Fully custom-engineered solutions developed around complex workflows and specialist integration challenges.

Client Proof

Our projects

  • When standard equipment meets a non-standard problem
    Testimonials

    When standard equipment meets a non-standard problem

    Sanofi shares how the K8 colony picker, customised for regional picking and control clone selection, freed up valuable scientist time while providing reliable support for its automated laboratory workflow.

  • From concept to reality. The case for in-house engineering
    Testimonials

    From concept to reality. The case for in-house engineering

    Kbiosystems helped Automata turn early-stage visuals and high-level specifications into a manufacturable lab automation platform, supporting an on-time launch with the original design intent intact. Automata’s LINQ platform later received a Red Dot Award: Product Design 2025.