Labware aligning systems and liquid handling systems and methods including same

Abstract

A labware aligning system for use with a labware includes a frame and fixation system. The frame includes a seat. The fixation system includes a pusher and a pusher actuator. The pusher is movable relative to the frame between an open position and a closed position. The pusher actuator includes an actuator linkage and a biasing mechanism. The actuator linkage is configured to: move the pusher from the closed position toward the open position when the actuator linkage is displaced; and, permit the pusher to move toward the closed position when the actuator linkage is not displaced. The biasing mechanism is operative to force the pusher toward the closed position when the actuator linkage is not displaced and to thereby cause the pusher to align the labware in the seat.