We have a Leica TP1050 and a Shandon Pathcentre, we certainly prefer the
Pathcentre over the Leica. Also, Shandon has a new processor coming out
(don't know when) which I *really* like the look of, may be worth
investigating that.

Matt Griffiths
Worcester Royal Infirmary

 >         -----Original Message-----
 >         From:   Vicki Gauch [SMTP:GauchV@mail.amc.edu]
 >         Sent:   Friday, January 11, 2002 11:12 AM
 >         To:     histonet@pathology.swmed.edu
 >         Subject:        Tissue Processors
 >
 >         Hi everyone,
 >         We are currently in the market for new tissue processors and were
 >wondering if anyone would be willing to share their experiences and
 >opinions-good and bad- on the new Leica processor, the VIP and any other
 >processors labs are using.
 >         Thanks in advance for your help  :o)
 >
 >         Have a great day,
 >
 >         Vicki Gauch
 >         Albany Medical Center
 >         Albany, NY
 >