Compound handling system comprising racks and containers

摘要

In the compound handling system for handling a multiplicity of chemical or biological compounds or samples, especialöly in high throughput screening, the compounds are stored and handled in aliquotted form. The aliquots are contained in individual containers and the containers are arranged in racks. The racks have holding spaces open at opposite ends. Insertion and removal of the containers is effected in either direction of movement. Each container has an opening which is sealed with a foil. <IMAGE>