Flow Imaging Microscopy
ARTiMiS
Autonomous Real-Time Microbial Scope
Complete automation for microalgae monitoring. From raw sample to actionable results, ARTiMiS delivers at a fraction of the cost of commercial alternatives.
95%
Classification Accuracy
3-5 min
Operator Time
$5K 8K
Setup Cost
What ARTiMiS Does
Automated cell counting, real-time classification, and label-free phenotyping in a compact, field-deployable package.
95% Classification Accuracy
AI-powered identification with fine-tuned models for real-time tailored results.
Fully Automated
No external computer required. Load a sample, configure parameters, retrieve results.
Validated Performance
700+ sample, 24-month industrial study. More accurate than probes and gold standard FIM instruments.
Label-Free Analysis
Characterize phenotypes and assess cell health without fluorescent dyes.
How It Compares
ARTiMiS delivers industry-leading results at a fraction of the cost.
| Capability | Manual Microscopy | Commercial FIM/IFC | ARTiMiS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup Cost | $2K–$10K | $50K–$150K+ | $5K–$8K |
| Sample Time (Full Lifecycle) | 60–90 min | 15–60 min | <30 min |
| Operator Time/Sample | 60–90 min | 30+ min (curation) | 3–5 min |
| Classification | Manual (expert required) | Semi-automated | Fully automated |
| External Computer | Not needed | Required | Not needed |
| Real-time Results | No | Partial | Yes |
| Deployment | Lab only | Lab only | Lab, at-line, or field |
Savings Calculator
See how quickly ARTiMiS pays for itself based on your current workload.
Hours Saved Weekly
9.2
Value Saved Monthly
$1,190
Value Saved Annually
$14,290
Breakeven
6.7 months
Based on $7,999 ARTiMiS system cost and 90% average reduction in operator time.
Validated Performance
Rigorously validated through peer-reviewed research and real-world deployment.
Head-to-Head vs. FlowCam
In a 24-month industrial study with daily sampling (700+ samples):
Biomass Accuracy (R², higher is better)
0.74 vs 0.41
RMSE (lower is better)
0.68 vs 1.00
Classification Accuracy
Applications
From industrial cultivation to environmental monitoring, ARTiMiS adapts to your workflow.
Industrial Microalgae Cultivation
- Monitor culture purity and detect contamination early
- Optimize harvest timing based on growth phase
- Track phenotype changes without fluorescent labels
- Prevent culture crashes that cost $10K–$1M+ per event
Wastewater Treatment
- Real-time biomass composition monitoring
- Identify key taxa driving nutrient removal performance
- Optimize process control parameters
- Meet tightening phosphorus discharge limits
Drinking Water Management
- Early warning for harmful algal blooms (HABs)
- Taxonomic identification for treatment optimization
- Source water quality tracking
- Reduce public health risk
Research & Environmental Monitoring
- High temporal resolution ecological studies
- Climate change impact assessment
- Long-term phytoplankton community tracking
- Eliminate personnel bottlenecks
Technical Specifications
Complete specifications for the ARTiMiS flow imaging microscope system.
Physical
- Dimensions
- 150 × 230 × 115 mm (6 × 9 × 4.5 in)
- Weight
- 949 g (2.1 lb)
- Power Input
- 12V DC, 5A (60W max)
Optical System
- Illumination Modes
- Brightfield, Darkfield
- Effective Magnification
- 8×
- Spatial Resolution
- 0.2 μm/pixel (5 pixels per micron)
- Minimum Particle Size
- 2.0 μm
- Camera Sensor
- 12.3 MP
- Image Resolution
- 4056 × 3040 pixels
- Field of View
- ~810 × 610 μm
- Imaging Volume
- 0.1 μL per frame
Onboard Computing & Connectivity
- Processor
- Broadcom BCM2712, 2.4 GHz Quad-Core ARM Cortex-A76
- Memory
- 8 GB LPDDR4X SDRAM
- Storage
- 500 GB SSD
- Operating System
- Linux (Raspberry Pi OS)
- Wi-Fi
- Dual-band 802.11ac (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
- Bluetooth
- 5.0 (BLE)
- Ethernet
- Gigabit
- USB
- 2× USB 3.0, 2× USB 2.0
Sample Handling
- Minimum Sample Volume
- 1.0 mL (recirculation mode)
- Flow Configuration
- Stop-flow with particle settling
- Settling Time
- Configurable
- Microfluidic Channel
- 200 μm depth, TOPAS (COC) polymer
- Optimal Concentration
- 10⁵–10⁶ cells/mL
- Validated Range
- 10⁴–10⁷ cells/mL
Detection & Quantification Limits
- Limit of Detection (LoD)
- 3.2×10³ particles/mL
- Limit of Quantification (LoQ)
- 5×10³ particles/mL
- Dynamic Range
- 10³–10⁷ cells/mL
- Minimum Detectable Particle
- 0.6 μm diameter
- Minimum Measurable Particle
- 2.0 μm diameter
Environmental
- Housing Material
- 3D-printed ASA, PLA, PETG
- Operating Temperature
- 4–40°C
- Operating Humidity
- 20–80% RH (non-condensing)
- IP Rating
- IP52
Data Export Protocols
| Protocol | Format | Export Medium |
|---|---|---|
| Direct File Export | CSV, JSON, PNG, JPG, TIFF | USB drive, cloud upload |
| WebSocket | JSON | Real-time data streaming |
| Modbus TCP/UDP | Standard registers | SCADA/PLC integration |
Exported data includes: raw particle images, 50+ morphological parameters per particle, classification predictions with confidence scores, and aggregated sample statistics.
Maintenance & Consumables
- Channel Rinse
- Every sample (recommended)
- Preventative Cleaning
- Daily (recommended)
- Tubing Replacement
- ~300 samples or 3 months
- Microfluidic Channel Swap
- ~300 samples
- Microfluidic Chip Replacement
- ~3000 samples
- Software Updates
- Automatic (Wi-Fi)
Ready to Automate Your Microalgae Monitoring?
See ARTiMiS in action: schedule a demo and send us a sample!
Pre-Order with code EARLYADOPTER for 38% off as our thanks for your early support.
Questions? Contact us at info@skopii.com