SERVA BlueStain

SERVA BlueStain is an automated gel staining system designed to deliver accurate, reproducible staining of polyacrylamide gels with minimal hands-on effort. The system handles liquid exchange automatically, pumping staining and washing solutions into the gel tray and removing them after defined incubation times. This enables consistent, repeatable results across multiple gels using the same protocol, making it especially valuable for both research and diagnostic laboratories.

Automated and Reproducible Staining

The system automates the full staining workflow:

• Precise pumping of all required solutions
• Timed incubation with automatic liquid removal
• Consistent staining performance from gel to gel

This ensures high reproducibility, which is critical for standardized lab workflows and diagnostic applications.

Wide Range of Supported Protocols

SERVA BlueStain is compatible with all commonly used gel staining methods, including:

• Coomassie staining
• Silver staining
• Custom and specialized staining protocols

Pre-installed programs are included, allowing users to start immediately with validated methods.

Flexible Programming and Control

• Store and modify existing programs
• Create custom staining protocols
• Copy and edit pre-installed methods
• Adjust or skip steps during an active run

This flexibility is particularly useful for sensitive techniques such as silver staining, where overdevelopment must be avoided.

Data Logging and Documentation

At the end of each run, the system allows you to export a log of the performed steps. This supports:

• Process documentation
• Method validation
• Quality control and traceability

User-Friendly Operation

Operation is simple and intuitive:

• Connect solution containers such as water, fixing solution, staining solution, and waste
• Select a program via the touchscreen
• Start the automated staining process

The large touchscreen is waterproof and easy to clean, supporting safe use in laboratory environments.

Robust and Low-Maintenance Design

• Durable aluminum housing
• High-quality 10-valve pump system
• Precision motors and reliable electronics
• Maintenance-free internal mechanism

This construction ensures long-term reliability even in high-throughput environments.

Optimized for Gel Handling

• Large gel tray (30 cm × 28 cm) for high-capacity staining
• Optional accessories for smaller gel formats
• Magnetic gel fixation option
• Adjustable table movement in all directions
• 4° tilt angle for gentle and uniform staining

Key Benefits

• Suitable for all staining protocols
• Pre-installed standard programs for immediate use
• Fully customizable workflows
• Gentle gel handling with controlled movement
• Scalable for both research and diagnostic labs

SERVA BlueStain streamlines gel staining by combining automation, flexibility, and robust engineering, making it an essential tool for laboratories that require consistent, high-quality staining results.