THE COMPLETE LAB AUTOMATION SUITE

One modular platform: Workflow Builder, Scheduler, Drivers, and so much more.

Connect Any Device | Deterministic Scheduling | Transparent, Audit-Friendly Logs

PRODUCT SUITE

Your Lab. Your Way.

From cloud to hardware, every layer of your lab is covered.

The Lab Donkey Engine

The brain of your automation. Coordinates tasks across all your instrumentation.

  • Visual workflow builder (code optional)
  • Deterministic scheduling with priorities and time windows
  • Automatic recovery and safe rerouting
  • Real-time monitoring with plain-language logs
  • Runs on-prem or in the cloud; works online and offline
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Drivers & Integrations

Connect any instrument, any vendor, via API, TCP/IP, or serial.

  • Dockerized drivers and an open SDK
  • Categories: transport and instruments
  • Need something new? We build drivers quickly and keep them versioned
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Expert Services

From first workflow to scale‑out, our engineers help you succeed.

  • Implementation and workflow design
  • Driver development and device integration
  • Training and handover for scientists and engineers
  • Responsive support with clear SLAs
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INSIDE LAB DONKEY

More Detail

Explore the core components that make Lab Donkey's automation platform reliable and flexible.

Scheduler

Deterministic scheduling that respects priorities, timing windows, and resource limits.

  • Multi-batch alignment for steady-state throughput
  • Look-ahead conflict checks to prevent deadlocks
  • Just-in-time transport to minimize idle time
  • Explicit time windows and dependencies

Task Execution

Device-safe command execution with live state awareness and validated recovery.

  • Dedicated health checks for each instrument
  • Timeout/Retry policies tuned per device
  • Recovery sequences versioned with the workflow
  • Clear, human-readable error guidance

Cloud/On-Prem

Run, monitor, and manage workcells from the cloud or on-prem. Both stay in sync automatically when connectivity changes.

  • Works online or offline with automatic re-sync
  • Secure message queue between hub and devices
  • Lightweight footprint; Docker-based deployment
  • Ideal for time-critical or distributed workflows

Logs & Traceability

Every action captured in plain language with full labware/sample lineage.

  • Immutable, searchable audit trails
  • Labware/sample genealogy and run provenance
  • One-click exports for review
  • Filters by labware, batch, user, instrument, or time window

Drivers & Connectors

Add new instruments quickly with containerized, versioned drivers.

  • REST, TCP/IP, and serial support
  • Run simulations
  • Semantic versioning and roll-back safety

Lab Donkey provides audit trails, role-based access, and export tools to support GxP validation; site validation remains customer-specific.

THE LAB DONKEY PLATFORM

One Platform, Infinite Possibilities

Lab Donkey brings together all the pieces you need for true laboratory automation. No more islands of automation - just one seamless, intelligent system.

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Universal Connectivity

Connect any instrument, any vendor, any protocol

2

Deterministic Scheduling

Predictable scheduling, parallel batches, and safe fallbacks when conditions change

3

Complete Visibility

Live dashboards and comprehensive, human‑readable audit trails for every piece of labware and step

Lab Donkey Platform Architecture

Why Labs Choose Lab Donkey

Weeks Not Years

Pilot quickly; expand without rework

No Vendor Lock-in

Choose the best instrument for the job, mix and match freely

Built for Scientists

Design workflows your way. Intuitive, visual, and made for real lab routines

Runs 24/7

Automatic recovery and rerouting keep work moving

Scales as You Grow

Start small, grow fast, connect more instruments whenever you’re ready

GxP‑Ready Features

Complete audit trails and role‑based controls to support your validation process

Ready to See Lab Donkey in Action?

Schedule a demo and discover how Lab Donkey can transform your laboratory