| Comparison |
Manual Extraction |
FAE-001 Fully Automatic Soil Extraction System |
| Sample Capacity |
Limited by manual operation |
Up to 40 samples per batch |
| Extractant Addition |
Manual |
Automated |
| Temperature Control |
Manual or separate equipment |
Automated |
| Shaking |
Manual or separate equipment |
Programmable |
| Extraction Timing |
Operator dependent |
Method controlled |
| Filtration |
Usually manual |
Automated batch filtration |
| Batch Consistency |
Can vary between samples/operators |
Improved consistency |
| Labor Requirement |
High |
Significantly reduced |
| Method Management |
Manual recording/settings |
Programmable and storable methods |