UMTEC001 Tissue Embedding Center with Cooling Plate
The UMTEC001 is a modular tissue embedding and cooling system designed for paraffin embedding workflows in histology and pathology laboratories. The system combines a heated embedding workstation with an independent cooling module to support tissue orientation, paraffin dispensing and rapid solidification of completed paraffin blocks.
Five independently controlled heating zones maintain the paraffin reservoir, dispenser, thermal storage compartments and working surface at the required temperature, while the separate cryo module provides a working temperature of ≤−20°C for block cooling.
Key Features
Five Independent Heating Zones
The paraffin chamber, paraffin dispenser, left and right thermal storage compartments and heated working area are independently temperature controlled to support stable embedding conditions.
3 L Paraffin Chamber
The heated paraffin reservoir provides a 3-liter capacity for routine tissue embedding workflows and repeated block preparation.
55–70°C Temperature Control
Major heated areas can be adjusted within a specified 55–70°C range, allowing the operating temperature to be matched to the paraffin used by the laboratory.
≤−20°C Cooling Module
The independent cryo module rapidly cools embedding molds after tissue orientation and paraffin filling, helping form solid paraffin blocks for subsequent microtome sectioning.
Programmable Weekly Operation
Programmable ON/OFF control allows automatic startup and shutdown scheduling during the week, helping prepare the embedding station before routine laboratory work begins.
Touch-Controlled Paraffin Dispensing
Paraffin flow can be controlled through the finger-touch plate, with an optional foot pedal available for hands-free dispensing.
How Tissue Embedding Works
Paraffin embedding is performed after tissue specimens have been fixed, processed and infiltrated with paraffin. The processed tissue is removed from the cassette and positioned inside an embedding mold containing molten paraffin.
During embedding, the heated workstation keeps the paraffin, molds, tissue cassettes and forceps at suitable working temperatures. The operator dispenses molten paraffin into the mold, positions the tissue in the required orientation and places the labeled cassette onto the mold before completing the paraffin fill.
The completed mold is then transferred to the cooling plate. Rapid cooling solidifies the paraffin around the specimen, producing a rigid paraffin block that can subsequently be sectioned using a microtome.
Independent Temperature-Controlled Zones
The embedding module uses multiple independently controlled heating areas so the principal parts of the workstation can maintain their required temperatures without relying on a single common heating zone.
| Paraffin-Melting Chamber | 55–70°C |
|---|---|
| Paraffin Dispenser | 55–70°C |
| Left Thermal Storage Compartment | 55–70°C |
| Right Thermal Storage Compartment | 55–70°C |
| Heated Working Area | 55–70°C |
| Forceps Wells | 55–70°C |
| Temperature Control Precision | ±1% |
Paraffin Embedding Workstation
The heated embedding module integrates the main components required for routine paraffin block preparation into one work area.
- 3 L heated paraffin chamber.
- Temperature-controlled paraffin dispenser.
- Left and right heated storage compartments.
- Heated embedding work surface.
- Heated forceps wells.
- Low-voltage work-area illumination.
- Finger-touch paraffin flow control.
- Optional foot-pedal paraffin control.
- Large work surface designed for easier removal of excess paraffin.
Independent Cooling Plate
The cooling module is physically separated from the embedding module, allowing laboratories to arrange the two units according to available bench space and operator workflow.
With a specified operating temperature of ≤−20°C, the cold plate provides a dedicated surface for cooling newly embedded paraffin blocks after tissue orientation and filling.
The modular design also allows the embedding and cooling units to be positioned or serviced independently.
Temperature Control and Safety
Microprocessor-based temperature regulation is used throughout the heated areas. The system incorporates independent control of the main thermal zones together with overheating protection.
- Independent control of five principal heated areas.
- Automatic storage and restoration of preset temperature data.
- Dual overheating protection.
- Visible operating-status indication.
- Programmable weekly startup and shutdown.
- Low-voltage working-area illumination.
Typical Histology Workflow
The UMTEC001 is positioned between tissue processing and microtome sectioning in a routine paraffin histology workflow.
- Processed and paraffin-infiltrated tissue cassettes are transferred to the embedding workstation.
- An embedding mold appropriate for the specimen is selected and warmed.
- Molten paraffin is dispensed into the mold.
- The tissue specimen is positioned using heated forceps.
- The cassette is placed over the mold and additional paraffin is dispensed.
- The completed mold is transferred to the cooling plate.
- The paraffin solidifies to form a tissue block.
- The hardened block is removed from the mold and prepared for microtome sectioning.
Applications
The tissue embedding and cooling system is designed for routine paraffin block preparation in laboratories performing histology and pathological tissue examination.
- Hospital pathology laboratories.
- Histopathology laboratories.
- Clinical tissue diagnostic laboratories.
- Medical colleges and teaching laboratories.
- Biomedical research laboratories.
- Animal tissue research laboratories.
- Other facilities preparing paraffin-embedded tissue blocks for sectioning.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Tissue Embedding & Cooling System |
|---|---|
| Paraffin Chamber Capacity | 3 L |
| Forceps Well Temperature | 55–70°C |
| Paraffin-Melting Chamber Temperature | 55–70°C |
| Thermal Storage Temperature | 55–70°C |
| Heated Working Area Temperature | 55–70°C |
| Paraffin Dispenser Temperature | 55–70°C |
| Temperature Control Precision | ±1% |
| Paraffin Flow Control | Finger-Touch Plate / Optional Foot Pedal |
| Weekly Auto Start / Stop | Programmable |
| Cooling Module Temperature | ≤−20°C |
| Voltage | AC 220 V ±10%, 50 Hz / AC 110 V ±10%, 60 Hz |
Module Specifications
| Specification | UMTEC001-1 | UMTEC001 |
|---|---|---|
| Module Function | Embedding Module | Cooling Module |
| Power | 650 W | 300 W |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 525 × 550 × 385 mm | 590 × 345 × 385 mm |
| Net Weight | 26 kg | 27 kg |
Configuration note: the embedding-module and cooling-module assignment above is consistent with the matching public platform specification. Please reconfirm the final model naming with the quotation before publication or tender submission.
Product Configuration Notes
The modular design allows the embedding station and cooling plate to be configured according to laboratory workflow and bench layout.
- Embedding module and cooling module can be arranged separately.
- 110 V and 220 V electrical configurations are available according to the supplied specification.
- Foot-pedal paraffin dispensing is optional.
- Final module combination should be confirmed when requesting a quotation.
- Paraffin operating temperature should be selected according to the embedding medium used by the laboratory.
Before Ordering
Please provide the following information so UMY Medical can confirm the appropriate tissue embedding configuration and prepare an accurate quotation.
- Required quantity.
- Destination country.
- Required embedding module, cooling module or complete system.
- Local voltage and frequency.
- Expected daily tissue-block workload.
- Type of paraffin or embedding medium used.
- Whether foot-pedal paraffin dispensing is required.
- Available laboratory bench space.
- Installation and training requirements.
- Local registration, tender or documentation requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a tissue embedding center used for?
A tissue embedding center is used to orient processed tissue specimens in molten paraffin and form solid paraffin blocks that can subsequently be sectioned with a microtome.
What is the paraffin chamber capacity?
The UMTEC001 embedding system has a specified paraffin chamber capacity of 3 liters.
What temperature range is used for paraffin embedding?
The paraffin chamber, dispenser, thermal storage areas, working plate and forceps wells provide a specified temperature range of 55–70°C.
How cold does the cooling plate operate?
The cryo module has a specified working temperature of ≤−20°C.
Why is a cold plate used after tissue embedding?
The cooling plate removes heat from the mold so the molten paraffin solidifies around the tissue, producing a rigid block suitable for subsequent microtome sectioning.
Can the embedding and cooling modules be used separately?
The system uses a modular design in which the cooling module and embedding module are physically separate, allowing more flexible laboratory layout and configuration.
Can paraffin dispensing be controlled by foot pedal?
Yes. The standard specification lists finger-touch paraffin flow control with an optional foot pedal.
Can the system start automatically before laboratory working hours?
Yes. The weekly programmable control supports scheduled automatic system startup and shutdown.
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