SYMPOSIA PAPER Published: 01 January 1987
STP28600S

Analytical Laboratory Information Management System (ALIMS)

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A computerized system has been developed that closely approaches total laboratory data automation. The system is menu driven, permitting the analyst to easily step through a hierarchy of works instructions. Data generation, calculations, dissemination, and retention are fully automated for instruments and automated for wet-chemical analyses prior and subsequent to raw data collection.

The system begins with the log-in of samples for which unique identification numbers are automatically generated. The total routine workload can then be scheduled by the computer. Overrides permit appropriate variations. Work centers query the system for assignments. The system not only controls and monitors work flow but invokes analytical and quality control procedures as well. For management control, sample status is readily available.

Instruments controlled by the system include inductively coupled plasma, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, optical emission spectrophotometer (ICP, AAS, OES), analytical balances, LECO analyzers, ultraviolet-visible spectrophotometer (UV-VIS), and automatic titrators. Report capability exists for back-logs, sample status, quality control, cost accounting, and periodic performance.

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Blair, FA
Inco Alloys International Inc., Huntington, WV
Arritt, JM
Inco Alloys International Inc., Huntington, WV
Lundy, LJ
Inco Alloys International Inc., Huntington, WV
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Developed by Committee: E03
Pages: 97–107
DOI: 10.1520/STP28600S
ISBN-EB: 978-0-8031-5008-9
ISBN-13: 978-0-8031-0942-1