With four models of the Pluggo Decapper we can satisfy any decapping need from 1 tube to thousands of tubes in analyzer racks. Stop popping caps manually! The Pluggo Decappers are small, bench-top instruments used to eliminate Repetitive Motion injuries during decapping. Proven reliable, efficient and affordable since 2002.
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REQUEST LITERATUREKapSafe™ Recapper
Safely recap your sample tubes, choosing from 4 different models. The KapSafe is an efficient and affordable solution to protect against Repetitive Motion injuries associated with manual recapping since 2013.
Our Customers
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We have been using our Pluggo for years and have had no issues with it! It decaps hundreds of tubes daily for us and is a fabulous piece of equipment!
Other departments keep trying to steal it! It has had the most impact on my people for the least amount of dollars I’ve ever spent!
“Easy, fast, safe, and no more thumb calluses!”
Why Automate
Your techs hands are valuable
Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI) knows no age, but with a growing average age of personnel in the clinical laboratory, the problem continues to compound (MLO ’18). In 2004, the average age of a certified medical technologist was 43.7 and was aging at a 78 percent faster rate than the entire U.S. labor market.
Center for Disease Control and Prevention; regarding manual removal of sealed caps, “Several manufacturers market safety devices to help remove caps from tubes; e.g. the Pluggo from LGP, Wood River, IL.
A single employee unable to work due to RSI such as Carpal-Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) can result in the disbursement of thousands of dollars in worker’s compensation. One cause for CTS is the repetitive motion of decapping sample tubes.
About LGP
Laboratory Growth & Productivity (LGP) has been assisting laboratories since 2000. We have two divisions; manufacture, service, and distribution of laboratory products and consulting services for laboratories and hospitals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary benefit of LGP Lab Automation's solutions?
Our automated decapping and recapping solutions are designed to significantly reduce and eliminate repetitive stress injuries in laboratory settings, protecting your staff from conditions like Carpal-Tunnel Syndrome.
How do your products help prevent workplace injuries?
By automating the manual, repetitive tasks of decapping and recapping lab tubes, our Pluggo™ Decappers and KapSafe™ Recappers remove the risk of repetitive motion injuries, promoting a safer and more productive work environment.
What specific products does LGP Lab Automation offer?
We specialize in bench-top automated solutions, including the renowned Pluggo™ Decapper for efficient tube decapping and the KapSafe™ Recapper for safe and secure tube recapping. Both are available in various models to suit different laboratory needs.
Are LGP Lab Automation products compatible with existing lab equipment?
Yes, our Pluggo™ Decappers and KapSafe™ Recappers are designed to accommodate all major vacuum collection tube sizes and a variety of analyzer racks, ensuring seamless integration into most laboratory workflows.
Does LGP offer more than your automated equipment?
Absolutely. Beyond our innovative products, our parent company, LGP Consulting, Inc., offers expert laboratory workflow analysis and consulting services to enhance overall efficiency and productivity in your lab.
What types of injuries can manual decapping and recapping cause?
Manual decapping and recapping, even with minimal tube volumes, pose a real possibility of repetitive stress injuries (RSI) such as Carpal-Tunnel Syndrome, tendonitis, and other musculoskeletal disorders that affect the hands, wrists, and arms.
Laboratory Consulting Services
LGP Consulting, Inc. is an independent consulting firm specialized in laboratory workflow analysis. Our consulting team has been conducting analysis and providing recommendations for laboratory efficiency improvement since 1993. We are experienced in all aspects of the laboratory workflow, including: specimen reception and processing; lab informatics; analytical departments such as chemistry, immunology, infectious diseases and hematology; and in the post-analytical operations of storage, retrieval and archiving of samples.