This modular system can work to perform most tasks within a laboratory without any human input. Modular devices are well-suited to automate front-end, repetitive processes such as labelling, centrifugation and sorting leaving lab technicians free to get on with other more important tasks that cannot be automated. Another advantage of using the modular strategy is that it can spread the costs that are associated with automating systems over a longer period of time, allowing the lab to examine their needs to a larger automation system. The use of a modular, phased-in approach allows the lab to analyse their needs for further automation.