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Labware Prep™ Services

pre-barcoded labware

Receive pre-barcoded, directly marked, and workflow-ready labware tailored to your needs. Labware Prep™ Services streamline labeling, support automated processes, and reduce variation by delivering prepared labware ready for immediate use in high-throughput or regulated environments.

Unlock seamless lab operations.

Optimize your laboratory workflow with Labware Prep™ Services—an all-in-one solution for preparing tubes, vials, plates, and specialty labware for immediate use. Labware can be pre-barcoded, directly marked, tare weighed, filled, capped, sorted, arranged sequentially, kitted, and packaged according to your requirements. 

This preparation elevates operational efficiency by reducing hands-on labeling, minimizing errors, and ensuring every container arrives workflow-ready. With options built for cryogenic storage, contamination-sensitive environments, and high-throughput screening, Labware Prep™ aligns with your specific research and production needs. Streamline your processes and enhance productivity with customized labware preparation designed for reliable, repeatable laboratory operations.

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Explore the key steps behind Labware Prep™ Services. This video shows how barcoding, weighing, sorting, and kitting come together to create labware that arrives organized, documented, and ready for your workflow. Each stage supports consistent identification, reduces manual preparation, and helps maintain reliable performance across routine and high-throughput laboratory processes.

What are Labware Prep­™ Services?

Labware Prep™ Services provide complete preparation for tubes, vials, plates, and specialty containers before they enter your workflow. Options include pre-barcoding, direct marking, tare weighing, cleanroom preparation, procurement, sorting, and kitting. Each service supports consistent identification, accurate measurements, and efficient setup, ensuring labware arrives ready for immediate use across manual and automated laboratory environments.

Barcoding & Marking.

Ready-to-scan labware.
Receive pre-barcoded or custom marked labware with durable identifiers tailored to your workflow, storage conditions, and traceability needs.

Pre-marked labware provides reliable, ready-to-use identification without any in-house labeling. Barcodes, alphanumeric sequences, grad lines, logos, and color elements are permanently applied using technologies suited to your environment and container type. This supports consistent placement, reliable scanning, and stable imaging through cryogenic storage, solvent exposure, and automated handling.

Tare Weighing.

Stable, documented tare values.
Each container receives a recorded tare weight, supporting accurate measurements and stable baselines across temperature changes and daily laboratory use.

Tare weighing establishes reliable baseline measurements for tubes, vials, plates, and specialty labware. Each item receives a documented tare value, ensuring precise downstream calculations and consistent inventory tracking. Weight stability varies by marking method, so pre-marked or directly imaged labware maintains more predictable mass than adhesive labels, which may shift with temperature.

Kitting & Sorting.

Workflow-ready organiztion.
Labware is sorted, sequenced, and grouped per your specifications to support consistent identification and efficient laboratory setup.

Kitting and sorting streamline complex workflows by delivering labware arranged exactly as your process requires. Containers can be sequenced, grouped, aligned by barcode order, or packaged into application-specific sets. This reduces setup time, minimizes sorting errors, and supports predictable movement through automation, screening platforms, or multi-step protocols.

Cleanrooom Production.

Class 7 controlled production.
Cleanroom preparation is available for workflows that require RNase-free, DNase-free, or low-biocontamination handling of sensitive labware.

Cleanroom production supports applications that benefit from controlled handling conditions, such as sequencing, cell-based studies, or contamination-sensitive assays. When needed, labware can be prepared in a Class 7 environment using RNase-free, DNase-free, and low-biocontamination practices. This option helps maintain environmental integrity for specialized workflows.

Labware Procurement.

Exact labware sourcing.
Specified labware is sourced, prepared, and delivered workflow-ready, eliminating multiple shipping steps and simplifying supply coordination.

Procurement streamlines your operations by sourcing your exact tubes, vials, plates, or labware. Labware is received, inspected, prepared, marked, and packaged before shipment, removing the need for separate purchasing, transfers, or back-and-forth logistics. This reduces lead times, simplifies coordination across teams, and ensures every unit arrives ready for immediate use.

Share your requirements to receive tailored recommendations for barcoding, weighing, sorting, cleanroom preparation, and workflow-ready labware solutions.

Advanced labware marking technologies.

Direct marking methods create permanent identification on labware using technologies engineered for extreme durability. Cured inks, fused inks, ceramic-baked labels, and precision laser etching support high-resolution barcodes and text that withstand solvents, heat, cryogenic storage, and repeated handling. These options offer long-term stability for workflows where adhesive labels may not meet performance or longevity requirements.

Ceramic marking provides a permanent, robust solution for labeling labware that must endure extreme conditions.

These markings are fused to the labware surface, offering exceptional resistance to high temperatures, aggressive chemicals, and mechanical wear.

Ideal for applications requiring the highest levels of durability and longevity, ensuring your vials remain clearly identified throughout its lifespan.

Cured ink marking offers unmatched durability and resilience, making it ideal for demanding lab environments.

This technology provides high-quality, near-permanent markings that resist fading, chemicals, and abrasions.

Perfect for labware subjected to harsh cleaning processes and frequent handling, cured ink marking is a versatile and efficient solutions to ensure your labels remain legible and reliable over time.

Laser marking delivers precision and permanence, creating detailed and highly resistant labels on labware.

This advanced technology uses focused laser beams to etch markings directly onto the surface, ensuring they are impervious to wear and environmental factors.

Laser marking is perfect for high-use labware, providing sharp, clear, and enduring labels that withstand the rigors of daily lab operations.

specification

cured ink

fused ink

laser

ceramic

plastic labware

Yes

No

Sometimes

No

glass labware

Yes

Yes

Sometimes

Yes

chemical resistant (splash/wipe)

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

chemical resistant (submersion)

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

cryo resistant

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

heat resistant

Sometimes

Yes

Yes

Yes

abrasion resistant

Sometimes

Yes

Yes

Yes

“Computype consistently provides the best labeling solutions for us because they took the time to learn our applications. We don’t have to worry about things like labels, barcodes, container sourcing or weight, because Computype does all that for us.”

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Custom labware marking.

Labware Prep™ Services support extensive customization, allowing each container to carry the exact information your workflow requires. Options include custom barcodes, sequential IDs, text, logos, grad lines, and color elements applied directly to the labware. These tailored markings help maintain consistent identification across tubes, vials, plates, and specialty containers, supporting traceability in both routine and highly specialized laboratory environments.

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barcodes and sequences

Customize barcodes, Data Matrix codes, and sequential identifiers to match LIMS requirements, automation workflows, or inventory programs, ensuring consistent tracking across tubes, vials, plates, and specialty labware.

  • 1D, 2D, and high-density symbologies
  • Align IDs with existing LIMS
  • Maintain scan accuracy through automation
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custom text and color

Add custom text, logos, grad lines, or color elements directly to labware for clearer identification, improved sorting, and standardized visual cues across shared or high-throughput laboratory workflows.

  • Reinforce project, study or brand identifiers
  • Improve rapid sorting
  • Add scale or fill indicators
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workflow markings

Choose marking formats tailored to your process, including cap markings, sidewall imaging, bottom-read codes, or multi-surface identification that supports specialized storage, handling, or automation requirements.

  • Optimize placement for robotic handling
  • Ensure readability in racks or imaging systems
  • Fit small or irregular surfaces
Sequentially numbered tubes for sample collection sets

Tubes marked with ascending or study-specific ID sequences simplify field collection, aliquoting, and downstream sample reconciliation by eliminating manual numbering.

Cap markings for high-density tube racks

Directly marked caps improve readability in crowded racks where sidewall labels are blocked, making it easier to confirm identities during sorting, pipetting, or manual verification.

Bottom-read barcodes for imaging and screening plates

Plates printed with bottom-facing Data Matrix codes support high-throughput imaging, optical assays, and automated plate readers that require unobstructed scan paths.

Custom grad lines for volume-specific workflows

Vials or tubes marked with precise grad lines support workflows requiring consistent fill levels, such as media preparation, aliquoting steps, or QC sample standardization.

Shop pre-barcoded vial kits.

These pre-barcoded vial kits represent a small selection of the ready-to-use labware available through Labware Prep™ Services. While most programs are fully customized to each laboratory’s workflow, these kits offer a convenient option for teams needing consistent, pre-marked vials without a bespoke setup. Each kit supports accurate identification, stable imaging, and efficient sample handling from the moment it arrives.

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    Use pre-barcoded microplates for ready-to-use identification.

    Receive microplates with identifiers already applied, eliminating labeling steps during plate setup and processing. Ensure consistent, durable identification across assays, screening, and storage while reducing manual handling and improving workflow efficiency.

    Pre-barcoded microplates for ultimate laboratory efficiency.

    Pre-barcoded microplates arrive ready to use with verified identifiers applied before delivery. This approach removes labeling from your workflow and ensures consistent identification across plate handling, processing, and storage environments.

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    Receive plates sorted, kitted, or prepared to match assay workflows and laboratory processes.

    Pre-barcoded microplates fit high-throughput environments where plates move rapidly through automated workflows and labeling can create delays or variability. This includes automated screening facilities, compound and plate libraries, and CROs running large-scale studies, as well as core labs managing shared plate resources where speed, consistency, and reduced handling drive efficiency and improve data integrity.

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    Pre-printed labeling fits laboratories that run standardized plate workflows with fixed data structures. This includes screening labs running standardized assays, diagnostic labs processing consistent plate formats, and research environments where plate layouts and identifiers remain consistent across runs.

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    Print microplate labels as needed using live data from laboratory systems. Generate labels during plate setup, sample loading, or assay preparation, with well IDs, plate IDs, and variable data applied at the point of use. This approach supports workflows where plate data changes frequently or requires immediate, accurate identification.

    A simple setup can integrate real-time labeling directly into your workflow.

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    label printers

    Print high-resolution barcodes and text for plate IDs and sample tracking.

    compatible ribbons

    Thermal transfer ribbons produce durable images resistant to chemicals, moisture, and handling.

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    Apply labels consistently to plates during setup or automated workflows.

    Print-on-demand labeling fits laboratories that generate or update plate data in real time. This includes screening labs, genomics workflows, and assay development environments where plates are created, modified, and labeled during processing, and where accurate, immediate identification is required.

    Print blood bag labels at collection points.

    Print blood bag labels as needed using live data from blood bank systems. Generate labels during collection, component processing, or labeling steps, with donation identification numbers, product codes, and variable data applied at the point of use. This approach supports workflows where blood data updates in real time and requires immediate, accurate identification.

    A simple setup can integrate real-time labeling directly into your workflow.

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    durable labels

    Start with blank label stock engineered for flexible PVC blood bags.

    label printers

    Print high-resolution barcodes and text for complex blood label layouts.

    compatible ribbons

    Use included thermal transfer ribbons to produce durable barcode labels.

    label software

    Integrate barcode software to generate ISBT 128 labels and DIN data.

    Print-on-demand labeling fits blood banks and collection centers that generate or update donation data in real time. This includes blood collection sites, processing labs, and transfusion services where blood bags are labeled on demand, and workflows require immediate, accurate identification without relying on pre-printed labels.

    Control blood bag labeling with pre-printed formats.

    Get blood bag labels professionally printed with controlled data, advanced converting, and durable materials. Eliminate in-house printing while ensuring every label meets performance requirements for blood bank use, including handling, cold storage, and transfusion.

    Guarantee no duplicates with professionally printed blood bag labels.

    Pre-printed labeling combines controlled printing, advanced converting, and durable materials to deliver consistent, ready-to-use blood bag labels. This approach removes variability from in-house printing and ensures every label meets requirements for DIN accuracy, barcode performance, and reliable identification across blood bank workflows.

    consistency at scale

    Receive pre-printed labels with guaranteed unique DIN sequences, controlled serialization, and validated data across batches and production runs.

    accurate din formats

    Maintain consistent DIN formats to ensure accurate identification across blood bags, segments, and associated components.

    durable finsihing

    Use engineered label constructions designed to resist edge lift, moisture, and routine handling, helping maintain adhesion and readability throughout blood collection.

    Pre-printed labeling fits blood banks and collection centers that manage high volumes of donations and require controlled, repeatable identification. This includes blood collection sites, processing facilities, and transfusion services where standardized labeling, consistent DIN assignment, and stable data support efficient, validated workflows without frequent changes.

    Support accurate workflows with real-time labeling.

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    Support accurate workflows with real-time labeling.

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    A simple setup can integrate real-time labeling directly into your workflow.

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    compatible ribbons

    Compatible resin ribbons ensuring clear, durable print for barcodes and text

    compatible ribbons

    Compatible resin ribbons ensuring clear, durable print for barcodes and text

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    Support accurate workflows with real-time labeling.

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    A simple setup can integrate real-time labeling directly into your workflow.

    compatible ribbons

    Compatible resin ribbons ensuring clear, durable print for barcodes and text

    compatible ribbons

    Compatible resin ribbons ensuring clear, durable print for barcodes and text

    compatible ribbons

    Compatible resin ribbons ensuring clear, durable print for barcodes and text

    compatible ribbons

    Compatible resin ribbons ensuring clear, durable print for barcodes and text

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    Support accurate workflows with real-time labeling.

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    A simple setup can integrate real-time labeling directly into your workflow.

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

    durable labels

    Durable labels that stay attached through handling, storage, or cryogenic conditions

    compatible ribbons

    Compatible resin ribbons ensuring clear, durable print for barcodes and text

    reliable printer

    Compact, consistent, durable thermal transfer printing at the point of use

    label software

    Label management software to format labels and connect to sample data or LIMS

    In laboratory environments, data often isn’t final until the last moment—at the bench, at the instrument, or during sample handling. Printing labels on demand helps ensure each tube or vial reflects the most accurate information, while fitting naturally into the way your work actually happens.

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