LabVantage mobile workstation · STARLIMS · LabWare · cGMP Grade C–D
A 304L stainless mobile workstation that brings your LIMS to the sample, not the other way around. Browser-based access to LabVantage, STARLIMS, LabWare, and any LIMS your site runs. Validated for ISO Class 7–8 and EU GMP Grade C–D. Hot-swap batteries designed for continuous shift operation.
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Introduction
A LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) is the platform your QC team uses to log samples, track tests and sign off results. A LIMS workstation is the hardware operators use to reach it. At most sites, that means walking back to a wall-mounted PC between every sample.
The Kinetic-ID pharma LIMS workstation (ID-Flow 5) changes that. The cGMP LIMS workstation runs as a 304L stainless mobile cart, validated for Grade C through D. Sample registration, result entry and approval all happen at the sampling point, and the workstation runs a standard Windows environment, so whatever LIMS your site uses is what you access.
Why Kinetic-ID
Not retrofitted from medical or office hardware. Engineered specifically for cGMP, GMP, and ISO Class environments.
Lithium battery system — two 500 Wh packs designed for continuous shift operation. Battery exchange in approximately 5 minutes, planned around natural workflow breaks.
Active deployments across Emerson DeltaV, Werum PAS-X, LabVantage, Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, and more.
Material certificates, welding procedure specifications, and validation documentation issued with every unit.
Get an ID-Flow unit into your cleanroom for evaluation before committing to a deployment.
NHS fleets in continuous service since 2019. 5-year Kinetic-Power warranty. Designed for decade-plus operational lifespans.
The problem
Every walk to a fixed MES terminal risks a transcription error and delays the batch. Operators lose 20–40 minutes per shift to the commute.
Paper-to-system transcription is the most-cited deviation source in FDA 483 letters. Each manual step is a CAPA risk.
Without floor-level visibility, QC and engineering see deviations only after the batch record is compiled, hours or days after they could have been corrected.
Specifications
| Overall dimensions (H × W × D) | 1180 × 640 × 560 mm |
|---|---|
| Chassis weight | Dependent on configuration |
| Stainless steel grade | 304L stainless steel |
| Surface roughness (Ra) | ≤ 0.8 µm |
| IP ingress rating | Ingress protection rated |
| Cleanroom classification | ISO Class 7–8 · EU GMP Grade C–D |
| Battery chemistry and capacity | Li-ion 500 Wh, hot-swappable |
| Rated runtime per charge | 8–12 hours dependent on peripheral load |
| Hot-swap time | ~5 minutes battery housing accessed from underneath |
| Wireless standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Screen size options | Single 24" · Dual 24" |
| Peripheral support | Barcode scanner, label printer, thin client |
| Castors | Ø100 mm anti-static stainless stem brake-locking on diagonal pair |
| LIMS-specific requirements | |
| Minimum network spec | Wi-Fi 5/6 · WPA2-Enterprise · 10 Mbps wired Ethernet optional |
| Browser compatibility | Chrome · Edge · Firefox (current) |
| Auth & identity | AD / SSO / SAML 2.0 |
Full IQ/OQ/PQ documentation packages available on request.
Standard chassis dimensions and configuration shown. Every unit is built to specification — dimensions, materials, battery, screens and peripherals are configured per deployment. Confirmed values issued at quotation.
Fully customizable
Cleanroom grade, stainless finish, battery, screens, peripherals and integrations, all configured to your specification.
Why mobile
Fixed LIMS terminals force the workflow to come to the hardware. Operators walk back to a wall PC for sample registration, walk again to record a reading, walk again to close the test. Every round trip is a chance for a transcription error or a forgotten field.
Less walking
Customer deployments consistently measure a 9% reduction in operator time once LIMS entry is done at the sampling point rather than at a shared fixed station.
Fewer errors
No paper notes on the walk back, no remembered readings, no "which sample was this again?" The operator enters the value while the sample is still in hand.
Less contention
Shared terminals become bottlenecks at shift change and during batch release. The LIMS cart fleet scales with the number of samples in process, not the number of fixed seats.
Case studies
Active deployment across US life sciences sites integrating with Emerson DeltaV and Syncade.
Life Sciences
· ID-View fixed HMI
ID-View
Wall-mount and floor-pedestal fixed HMI across multiple production lines
24/7
Continuous sterile ophthalmic manufacturing, 316L stainless for daily disinfection
MES + EBR + DCS
Browser-based access at every operator station
Operator efficiency and bringing technology closer to operators improved satisfaction, leading to increased production and less waste.
Life Sciences
· ID-Flow 3, 5, 6 and 9
4
ID-Flow variants deployed across US life sciences sites
316L
fully sealed watertight stainless developed for this customer
DeltaV
+ Syncade · Emerson MES and DCS integration
With Kinetic-ID, you get exactly what you want, and they will focus it to your needs on a practical level.
ROI calculator
* Directional estimates based on operations expertise. Use your internal numbers for precision. Weeks/month: 4.33. Working days/week: 5. Maintenance defaulted to €250/cart/year from year 3. 3-year analysis period.
LIMS platform compatibility
The workstation runs a standard Windows environment with a full browser, so any LIMS your site accesses through a web interface works without custom integration. The LabVantage workstation, STARLIMS workstation and LabWare workstation are all the same ID-Flow 5 hardware. We pre-configure the browser session to your LIMS at deployment so the operator just signs in. Connection is over Wi-Fi 6 or wired Ethernet. Kinetic-ID does not host or process your LIMS data.
Any LIMS with a supported browser client runs on the workstation. If your platform isn't on this list, send us the vendor name and version in the consultation and we'll confirm.
Compliance
Every ID-Flow 5 ships with the documentation your validation and QA teams need to clear change control and internal review.
Validation support: IQ/OQ/PQ documentation packages issued with every deployment. Change control and revision tracking supported per ICH Q9 risk management. Low particle-shed design suited to ISO Class 7–8 / EU GMP Grade C–D environments.
Deployment process
30 minutes. One site, one line, one application. We’ll recommend the right configuration.
Site survey, configuration spec, validation requirements signed off with your team.
A single unit on site for typical 30-day evaluation. Full validation support throughout.
Standard 6–8 week build, IQ/OQ/PQ documentation, 5-year Kinetic-Power warranty, ongoing support.
The range
ID-Flow 5 is one of six variants. Pick the form factor that fits your grade, battery architecture, and operator workflow, then configure every detail to your spec.
Lightweight laptop cart for support and non-regulated areas.
For labs, packaging and receiving. 250 Wh or 500 Wh fixed internal battery.
This page
Hot-swap batteries and flexible screen orientation. Single or dual monitor.
Electronically height-adjustable. Hot-swappable batteries. Dual-monitor.
316L stainless, fully sealed and watertight. Dual vertical monitors. For critical Grade A zones.
Wall or floor-mounted HMI. For space-constrained cleanrooms.
For your team
For Operations
Faster deviation response. No operator hours lost walking to fixed terminals. Battery system designed for continuous shift operation; two 500 Wh packs, planned battery exchange around natural workflow breaks.
For Quality
Reduced transcription risk. Change control is audit-ready. IQ/OQ/PQ documentation ships with every unit.
For Engineering
Supports your existing MES, LIMS, eBR and corporate IT. No new network segments to approve.
For IT / OT
TPM-backed endpoints. Validated Wi-Fi 6 stack. AD/SSO integration. No third-party cloud dependency.
Pilot programme
Get an ID-Flow unit on site to evaluate against your operational and validation requirements. Typical pilots run around 30 days, though we’ll work with your team on the right timeline. Site survey, setup support and IQ/OQ documentation included.
Pre-deployment review of cleanroom grade, network, peripheral requirements.
On-site configuration, operator walkthrough, validation support.
Full validation pack issued for change control review.
FAQ
No. The workstation is a thin client that opens your LIMS in a browser. All sample data, audit trails and user authentication stay inside your LIMS and your network. Kinetic-ID has no access to any of it and no cloud service sits in the loop. This is important for 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 validation; the workstation does not change your system of record.
ID-Flow 5 is suitable for ISO Class 7 and Class 8 environments per ISO 14644-1, equivalent to EU GMP Grade C and Grade D. The 304L stainless chassis, ingress protection rated enclosure and low particle-shed construction support cleanroom validation. Site-specific validation is supported by IQ/OQ/PQ documentation packages issued with every deployment.
Active deployments exist with LabVantage, STARLIMS, LabWare and Thermo SampleManager. Integration is browser-based over Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax). Kinetic-ID does not host or process LIMS data. Audit trails and data stay inside your existing systems, compatible with 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11. Customer-validated configuration details are available on request under NDA.
The cart uses two 500 Wh Li-ion battery packs. Battery exchange takes approximately 5 minutes and requires removing access screws from the underside of the cart. Plan exchanges for shift changes or natural workflow breaks rather than mid-task — the brief operational pause is best treated as a scheduled handover rather than an interruption.
Standard configurations ship in 6–8 weeks from order confirmation. Custom configurations (specific peripheral bundles, branded fascia, non-standard screen sizes) add 2–4 weeks. Every unit ships with IQ/OQ documentation and a validated delivery file.
Yes. Get an ID-Flow unit on site to evaluate against your operational and validation requirements. Typical pilots run around 30 days, though we’ll work with your team on the right timeline. Site survey, setup support and IQ/OQ documentation are included.
ID-Flow 5 is specified for Grade C and Grade D environments. For Grade A or B aseptic processing zones, look at ID-Flow 9 — fully sealed 316L stainless built specifically for critical zones. We can recommend the right product based on your room classification.
Tell us the LIMS platform your site runs, your cleanroom grade, and roughly how many operators need access. The demo takes 30 minutes and covers integration, validation, and pricing for your configuration.
Supported LIMS platforms, network requirements, browser compatibility, and validation documentation available from Kinetic-ID.
A member of the Kinetic-ID team will get back to you within one business day.
