Sterling Heights, Michigan Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
Diagnostic Instruments Inc. has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for advancing lab automation. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11941478, titled ‘Barcode scanning of bulk sample containers’, introduces a more efficient way to track and identify large sets of medical or laboratory samples.
This patented technology automates barcode scanning for containers grouped in bulk. Instead of manually handling and scanning each item, the system captures all barcode data in a single scan using an intelligent imaging and positioning process. It significantly cuts down on time, labor, and potential errors during sample processing.
The invention is especially useful in high-throughput labs and healthcare settings, where speed and accuracy are critical. By allowing hands-free scanning of multiple containers at once, it reduces contamination risk and ensures reliable sample tracking from intake to analysis.
Designed to work with a wide variety of container shapes and sizes, the system adapts easily to existing lab workflows. Its integration potential makes it ideal for hospitals, research labs, pharmaceutical companies, and biotech operations looking to scale operations without sacrificing precision.
With this innovation, Diagnostic Instruments Inc. continues to push boundaries in lab efficiency and automation. The new system promises to improve productivity and reliability across scientific and medical fields.