FUTURA Continuous Flow Analyzer

Product Overview

Automatic Continuous Flow Wet Chemistry Analyzer

The AMS Alliance FUTURA 3 Continuous Flow Analyzer provides a complete and reliable solution for testing different parameters in sea water, drinking water, wastewater, environmental samples, soil, food, beverages, tobacco, and many other matrices. The testing is done automatically, including inline sample preparation. FUTURA 3 streamlines your laboratory operations by automating complex and time-consuming manual sample preparation methods, such as:

Method	Parameter(s)
Inline Distillation	Ammonia, phenolics, cyanides, Volatile acidity, Free and Total SO2 (Wine)
Inline Digestion	For TP determination via persulfate and inline autoclave
Inline Extraction	For MBAS Surfactants determination

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FUTURA 3 also includes a range of autosamplers to match your laboratory’s current and future needs, as well as automated shut down capability, allowing it to provide unattended, reliable operation, and overnight testing. Its flexible configuration allows simultaneous operation of up to 14 independent channels from a single workstation.

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Features

Full Automation: programmable start-up and shut-down, preparation of standard solutions, pre- and post-dilution of off-scale samples, and automatic rinsing
High Modularity: integrated or combined instruments up to 14 channels, multiple flow cells, micro or macro flow
High Performance: high throughput, up to 120 samples/hour with auto-sampler, full automation of routine and complex chemistries
Advanced Software: user-friendly analytical software, EPA / ISO methods available for different matrices
Compliant with reference methods: ISO, EPA, AFNOR, APAHA, OIV, CORESTA

Benefits

Modularity and high throughput improve laboratory productivity
Sophisticated design and software dedicated to CFA technology guarantees the lowest level of detection and is comparable to reference methods
Simplicity and advanced automation reduce operator intervention time

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Applications

Laboratories use FUTURA 3 to perform tests on important parameters in water and soils (drinking, waste, surface, sea and ground water), tobacco, and beverages such as:

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How It Works

The FUTURA 3 console is capable of running a variety of analytical methods using different Continuous Flow Analysis techniques. From simple colorimetric assays to complex in-line distillations and digestions, users can pick from a library of both micro-bore and macro-bore CFA methods.

To perform a Continuous Flow Analysis, the FUTURA 3 console must be combined with an autosampler that will receive all the samples, and, if required, a series of sample preparation systems based on the chosen method. All external modules can be controlled by the FUTURA software using the Auto Module (optional).

Sample preparation and operation are fully automated, including those for the most complex chemistries; dialysis, distillation, UV digestion, injection, dilution, mixing, incubation and liquid/liquid extraction - all Inline, all 100% automated. Plus, the fully automated process includes programmable start-up and shut-down, preparation of standard solutions, pre- and post-dilution of off-scale samples, and automatic rinsing.

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System Components

Each FUTURA 3 console integrates a high precision 3-speed peristaltic pump (medium, fast (startup and washout more speed) and slow (for low consumption of reagents)), a removable drawer for reagents, an analytical manifold, a heater, a detector, and a built-in display for the presentation of essential diagnostics data.

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Integrated Modularity Meets Multi-Channel CFA Productivity

Taking advantage of a unique, modular design, each Futura console is capable of running a variety of analytical methods using different CFA techniques. From simple colorimetric assays to complex in-line distillations and digestions, users can pick from a library of both micro-bore and macro bore CFA methods. Up to 16 consoles may be linked to run multiple parameters in parallel, doubling, tripling or even quadrupling overall system throughput.

The integration of a pump, manifold, and detector into each console simplifies manifold changeover. Advanced features, like automatic manifold washout and shut down enable ‘lights-out’ operation, making the Futura a highly versatile tool for today’s laboratory.

Highlights

From 1 to 14 analytical channels
New large color screen
New three-speed high precision peristaltic pump
Automatically engage and release the pump tube platen
Choose between micro flow, macro flow or combine them both
Multiple path length flow cells (10 mm to 1 m) for a wide variety of analytical ranges
Choice between Air injector or Air pinch valve
Full auto module in option for automatic handling of accessories and external modules
New YYZ auto-sampler up to 720 positions
Programmed reagent injection and automatic cleaning

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More ergonomic
More practical
More simple
More reliable
More fast
More complete
More OS and LIMS compatible

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Whether your needs are environmental, industrial, food, or wine applications, the Futura can provide an automated solution.

Futura 3

Futura 3 is a must have for measuring phenols, cyanides, detergents, total phosphorus, total nitrogen and many other parameters. The main characteristics of the Futura 3 could be summarized by four points: capacity, automation, modularity, and control.

Capacity

Coupled with an auto-sampler XYZ (up to 720 positions), its sample throughput can reach 120 samples/hour.

Automation

Sample preparation and operating are fully automated, including for the most complex chemistries; dialysis, distillation, UV digestion, injection, dilution, mixing, incubation and liquid/liquid extraction...all Inline, all 100% automated. Plus, the fully automated process includes programmable start-up and shut-down, preparation of standard solutions, pre- and post-dilution of off-scale samples, and automatic rinsing

Modularity

Its modularity is exemplary; you can use up to 16 consoles in parallel in order to multiply simultaneous analyses. Switching from one parameter to another is easy with the analytical manifold quick change.

Control

The new high precision peristaltic pump offers three speeds: regular, rapid (quicker startup and washout), and slow (for a low consumption of reagents).

Futura 2

The Futura 2 is a fully automated instrument

From 1 to 14 Futura consoles per system
Integrated console: reagent drawer, pump, manifold, heater, detector and diagnostics
Easy analytical manifold changeover
Choice between Micro Flow, Macro Flow, or combine them both
Optional dual probe on all types of auto-samplers
Physical and software debubbling techniques available
Multiple path length flow cells (10 to 50mm) for a wide variety of analytical ranges
Wide range of detector options
New Full Auto module for automatic handling of external modules and accessories
Dedicated analytical software, compatible with all LIMS
Ready-to-use reagents

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Software

The FUTURA 3 analytical software is dedicated to the CFA technology: it prepares calibration standards, runs samples and quality controls, dilutes any off-scale samples, prints reports and QC charts, exports data to LIMS, washes out the manifold and shuts down.

User-friendly, efficient and powerful, the software has been designed to simplify your day-to-day operation. It runs the analysis of all parameters on each channel (up to 14 channels), and drives auto-samplers and accessories for automatic sample preparation.

During analysis, the software monitors the system’s vital signs (heating bath temperature, voltages, detector outputs) and alerts the user to any problem.