Hamilton APIs

Hamilton APIs deliver versatile programmatic flexibility over automated liquid handling systems, enabling seamless integration with third-party applications and existing laboratory technology stacks. Designed for automation engineers building complex workflows, system integrators connecting diverse lab environments, and OEMs developing custom solutions, Hamilton APIs remove the bottlenecks that slow down innovation and allow users to go beyond the constraints of standard software interfaces.

Whether connecting to LIMS databases, building custom monitoring dashboards, or developing sophisticated assay protocols, Hamilton APIs put laboratories in full command of their automation workflows. The platform supports Hamilton's liquid handler product lines, including the Microlab Prep and VENUS Software-compatible instruments, and scales from single instruments to facility-wide automation networks.

Key Capabilities

• Seamless third-party integration: Connect directly to LIMS, databases, and laboratory management systems without disrupting existing infrastructure.
• Multi-language support: Program in Python, C#, Java, JavaScript, and more for maximum development flexibility across teams and projects.
• Real-time system control and monitoring: Gain full access to instrument status and live process data as workflows execute.
• Enterprise-ready scalability: Deploy across single instruments or expand to facility-wide automation networks as needs grow.
• Comprehensive developer resources: Access OpenAPI-based Swagger documentation, an online developer portal, and developer-backed technical support.

Developer Portal Access

• Submit a request to access Hamilton's exclusive Developer Portal, which provides Swagger documentation, workflow recipes, implementation guides, and an open community forum.
• The portal is designed to accelerate development and support collaboration among automation professionals building on Hamilton platforms.

Related Hamilton Software Solutions

• Microlab Prep Software: A graphical, touchscreen-based interface that allows users to design and run protocols with minimal steps, making automation accessible without complex programming.
• VENUS Software: A user-friendly lab automation software offering remote monitoring and built-in power steps to streamline and enhance liquid handling workflows.

Learning and Educational Resources

• Beyond the UI: Empowering Chemistry Through API-Driven Automation — An on-demand webinar (1 hour) exploring how the Microlab Prep API bridges experimental intent and automated liquid-handling execution.
• Unleash the Full Power of Your Liquid Handler with Hamilton APIs — An on-demand webinar (1 hour) providing a deep dive into API capabilities across Hamilton's automated liquid handler platforms.
• Additional resources include software downloads for the latest Microlab Prep software, a Microlab Prep Networking Guide, demo protocols for popular methods, and FAQs covering topics such as Remote Desktop Connection setup.

Hamilton APIs are backed by over 75 years of Hamilton's commitment to quality and customer partnership. Support offerings include in-depth training courses, on-site field support, and custom product builds, ensuring that teams adopting API-driven automation have access to expert guidance throughout implementation and beyond.