KOS – Multifunctional Tissue Processor

KOS is a multifunctional, bench top microwave processor. Built to process up to 110 cassettes at a time, KOS is ideal for smaller labs without large volumes or those in need of a processor that can also fulfill other functions within the lab. The multifunctional design of KOS allows it to be used successfully for many applications, including: rapid tissue processing, decalcification, special stains, fixation, gross hardening and antigen retrieval.

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Type of Solution	Decalcification, Fixation and fixation monitoring, Routine H&E and special staining, Tissue processing
Primary Laboratory Setting	Academic or Research Laboratory, Clinical Histopathology, Pharmaceutical or Contract Research Laboratory
Core Application	Molecular Preservation, Rapid or Same-Day Processing, Research or Biobanking, Routine Diagnosis
Tissue Compatibility	Bone or Calcified Tissue, Routine Soft Tissue, Small Biopsies
Automation	Semi-Automated
Working Mode	Batch, Rapid or STAT Processing
Protocol Flexibility	Adjustable protocol parameters, Specimen-specific protocols, Stored laboratory protocols, User-defined protocols
Quality Control & Monitoring	Alerts and exception handling, Process logs and reports, Temperature monitoring, Time monitoring
Downstream App. Compatibility	Histochemical special stains, Immunohistochemistry (IHC), In situ hybridisation (ISH/FISH), Routine H&E examination
Reagent & Consumable Model	Laboratory-prepared reagents, Reusable accessories, Third-party reagents supported
Lab Requirements & Safety	Requirement: chemical handling and waste, Requirement: electrical supply, Requirement: external extraction, Safety: integrated extraction or filtration, Safety: interlocks or emergency stop
Retort Capacity	76–150
Total Capacity	76–150
Processing Silos	1
Batch Completion Time (Hours)	< 1, 1–2, 2–4
Staining Capacity (Per Batch)	1–20