METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CRYOGENIC STORAGE OF THERMOLABILE PRODUCTS

摘要

A system and method for controlled rate freezing and storage of thermolabile substances. The system includes a storage unit (20) for receiving product stored within a bag (180) and an overlying protective canister (110) associated with a robotic arm (60) and reading device which places the canister (110) in the preserving environment. A control system, driven by a computer, monitors the ingress, egress and storage location and particularized profiles of the articles being placed in storage.