Epredia Excelsior AS Tissue Processor – High-Throughput Automated Tissue Processing System
Automated tissue processor with 300-cassette capacity, alcohol quality monitoring, automatic reagent rotation, downdraft ventilation, enhanced battery backup, USB reporting and intelligent specimen protection
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Epredia Excelsior AS Tissue Processor
High Productivity, Low Reagent Costs and Enhanced Tissue Processing
The Epredia Excelsior AS Tissue Processor is designed to provide high-quality tissue processing with minimal user interaction. The system places strong emphasis on specimen integrity, processing quality, workflow efficiency and laboratory safety.
Excelsior AS combines continuous alcohol quality monitoring, automatic reagent rotation, intelligent specimen protection, downdraft ventilation, enhanced battery backup and comprehensive reporting in a single automated tissue processing platform.
The system is engineered to help laboratories reduce reagent consumption, improve workflow consistency and maintain confidence in tissue quality.
Key Features
Enhanced Tissue Quality
Alcohol quality measurement helps laboratories extend reagent life while supporting consistent tissue processing quality.
Automatic Reagent Rotation
The automatic reagent rotation system helps extend reagent life by rotating reagents according to their condition and use.
Intelligent Specimen Protection
The instrument continually monitors its operating status and provides clear visual and audible warnings if a problem is detected.
Enhanced Battery Backup
Battery backup provides additional protection for specimens and processing workflows in the event of a power interruption.
Downdraft Ventilation
Integrated downdraft ventilation helps minimise user exposure to harmful reagent vapours.
Touch-Screen Interface
The touch-screen user interface and intelligent software are designed to make the system intuitive and easy to learn.
Continuous Alcohol Quality Monitoring
During every processing run, the Excelsior AS measures the specific gravity of the first alcohol to monitor reagent quality.
The system then rotates reagents when required, helping avoid premature replacement while also helping prevent overused reagents from compromising processing quality.
According to the supplied manufacturer information, this continuous monitoring and reagent-management approach can provide up to 75% reagent savings compared with traditional systems.
Three-Level Reaction Chamber
The Excelsior AS incorporates a reaction chamber with three fill levels, allowing the processing volume to be matched more closely to the sample load.
This design supports efficient reagent use and can help reduce processing time according to the selected workload.
Enhanced Operator Safety
The Excelsior AS incorporates a downdraft fan that starts automatically, drawing reagent fumes away from the user and through filtration.
Additional filtration provides enhanced fume control, including management of formaldehyde vapours.
The system also allows laboratories to use compatible reagent containers without requiring reagents to be manually poured into dedicated bottles, helping reduce handling time and exposure.
No-Mess Waste Paraffin Removal
The automatic paraffin rotation system transfers waste paraffin into a disposable waste container during processing.
The container can then be removed and discarded, reducing the risk of spills and burns associated with manual handling of hot waste paraffin.
Instrument Features
Touch-Screen Interface
Intuitive touch-screen controls designed for simple operation and rapid user familiarisation.
Three Fill Levels
Reaction chamber with three fill levels to support different processing loads.
Enhanced Fume Control
Downdraft ventilation and additional filters help control laboratory vapours.
USB Connectivity
USB connectivity allows efficient downloading and management of instrument data and reports.
Easy-Access Wax Tank
Wax handling is simplified through an accessible wax tank and dedicated waste paraffin disposal system.
Remote Alarms
Remote alarms support rapid response when instrument problems or operating conditions require attention.
Laboratory Reporting & Data Management
The Excelsior AS provides a range of reports to support routine logging, quality assessment, statutory reporting and troubleshooting.
Reports can be downloaded through a USB drive for convenient data management and record keeping.
Epredia 5-Litre Tissue Processing Reagents
Epredia tissue-processing reagents are available in 5-litre bottles for convenient loading into the instrument.
A single bottle provides sufficient reagent volume for a full 300-cassette load, according to the supplied manufacturer information.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (D × W × H) |
580 × 710 × 1370 mm to top of monitor 23 × 28 × 54 in to top of monitor |
| Weight – Empty | 165 kg / 363 lbs |
| Weight – Full | 250 kg / 551 lbs |
| Power Supply | 100–240 V AC |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Maximum Power | 1300 VA |
| Typical Power | 300 VA |
Ordering Information
| Product | Order Number |
|---|---|
| Epredia Excelsior AS Tissue Processor | A82300001A / A82300001 / A82300002 |
Baskets & Cleaning Accessories
| Description | Qty | Order Number |
|---|---|---|
| Organised basket, 6 sections – total 222 cassettes | 1 | A78410025 |
| High-volume organised basket, 6 sections – total 300 cassettes | 1 | A82310038 |
| Divider for organised baskets | 1 | A78420158 |
| Random basket | 1 | A78410021 |
| Basket lid | 1 | A78420156 |
| Level sensor cleaning pad | 1 | A78410095 |
External Fume Extraction Adapter Kits
| Description | Qty | Order Number |
|---|---|---|
| Downdraft extraction duct adapter kit | 1 | A82310033 |
| Main air system duct adapter kit | 1 | A78410024 |
Filters
| Description | Qty | Order Number |
|---|---|---|
| Vapour Filter – Carbon | 1 | 9990610 |
| Vapour Filter – Carbon | 6 | 7411258 |
| Formaldehyde Filter | 1 | 9990612 |
| Formaldehyde Filter | 6 | B9990612CS |
Reagent Bottles & Paraffin Kits
| Description | Qty | Order Number |
|---|---|---|
| 5 L reagent bottle – empty | 6 | A78410026 |
| Wax waste container | 5 | 8300 |
| Paraffin with drawer kit – Histoplast PE, 2 × 2.3 kg plus waste container | – | 8330K |
| Paraffin with drawer kit – Histoplast LP, 2 × 2.3 kg plus waste container | – | 8332K |
| Paraffin with drawer kit – Precision Cut, 2 × 2.3 kg plus waste container | – | B1002490K |
High-Productivity Automated Tissue Processing
The Epredia Excelsior AS combines intelligent reagent management, alcohol quality monitoring, automatic reagent rotation, specimen protection, fume control, simplified paraffin disposal and integrated data reporting in a high-throughput tissue-processing platform.
Contact Nass Ventures for pricing, system configuration, baskets, filters, reagent bottles, paraffin kits, installation requirements and technical support.
Shipment
Benefit from reliable delivery options
Every day, we ship our laboratory equipment throughout Nigeria and internationally. We work with trusted and experienced logistics and courier partners to ensure safe and timely delivery. Shipping costs and delivery times depend on the items ordered and the recipient’s location. Alternatively, you may arrange to collect your order in person by appointment. Below is an overview of our shipping options and policies.
Shipping within Nigeria
All goods are insured as standard up to a value of ₦ equivalent of €25,000. Shipping costs are calculated based on the weight, dimensions, value of the shipment, and delivery destination within Nigeria. For detailed shipping information, please contact us directly—we will be happy to assist.
International shipping
For accurate international shipping costs, we require details of the specific product(s) you wish to order.
Please contact us by telephone or email for a tailored quotation.
Freight forwarding, sea or air freight
For large, heavy, or specialized equipment, we provide personalised quotations for road freight, sea freight, or air freight. Taking current logistics conditions into account, we aim to offer the best possible price-to-performance ratio.
Incoterms 2020
All shipments are handled in accordance with Incoterms® 2020 (ICC). Please contact us to confirm and agree on your preferred delivery terms.
Self-collection
If required, you may collect your goods in person by prior appointment. Please note that pricing and availability may vary between Nigeria and other countries.
Standard deliveries
Standard shipments within Nigeria are handled by reputable courier and logistics providers. Upon request, we can also arrange alternative carriers to meet specific delivery requirements.
Insurance
All deliveries are insured up to a maximum value of ₦ equivalent of €25,000. If the value of your goods exceeds this amount, we will contact you to arrange additional insurance coverage.
Delivery time
Delivery times depend on product availability and order volume. High-demand items may be subject to delays beyond our control. If you require urgent delivery, please inform us in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
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