I have been using a fully automated Micron for over a year now and love it.
I used a semi-automated Micron before that. I had carpal tunnel surgery 5
years ago and this automated microtome has been a real lifesaver for my
arms. It is a very good machine that produces excellent sections.

Diana York,  HT/HTL
Hawk Meadow Morgan Sport Horses
www.hawkmeadow.com
Home of Funquest Black Hawk

> Date: 25 Nov 2000 00:02:15 -0600
> From: "Kelly Pruitt" <>
> Subject: Automated Microtomes
>
> Good evening Histonetters,
> I have a question.  I need to know what everyone thinks about the
automated
> microtomes?  I used to work in a lab in Texas and right as I was leaving
> automated microtomes were being demo'd, not by me, by my colleague.  I
> remember she wasn't fond of the first one that was brought in, but she was
> fond of the Shandon that was brought in.  I just don't remember anything
> about it.  I am working in a lab now in Nevada that is going to all
> automated, and I just wanted feedback on your experiences.
> Thanks in advance for your responses,
> Kelly S. Pruitt