The Orbitor™ BenchTrak plate mover with quick-connect modules extends the functionality and versatility of the Orbitor RS plate mover, providing a customizable automation system that fits into existing laboratory space, either on-bench or in-bench. Multiple Orbitor BenchTraks can connect to form complex system layouts, and a range of click-in components, such as instrument-loading platforms, mezzanines, guarding, and microplate stores, can be incorporated to address most workflow requirements. The PC-driven Orbitor BenchTrak features Momentum 3 software, which enables users to configure it for a range of benchtop workflows including sample preparation, ELISA, nucleic acid and protein purification, cell or biochemical assays, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing.