As pharmacy operations evolve, automation continues to play a pivotal role in improving accuracy, efficiency, and patient safety. McKesson offers two standout counting solutions: CountAssist and CountMate, each designed to meet different needs within your pharmacy. Whether you’re a high-volume retail chain or a growing independent pharmacy, understanding the strengths of each system can help you make the right investment.
CountAssist: Compact, Scalable, and Cost-Effective
CountAssist is the most cost-effective counting automation solution, ideal for pharmacies seeking a reliable, space-saving system that grows with their business.
- Efficiency: One cabinet can automate up to 35% of oral solid prescriptions. Its intuitive GUI and in-house software make it easy to operate with minimal supervision.
- Flexibility: With a slim, one-sided design, CountAssist fits seamlessly into any dispensary layout. Up to 10 cabinets can be connected to a single controller, supporting up to 180 canisters.
- Safety: Each cabinet features 18 canisters with locked chutes to prevent cross-contamination. Barcode scanning ensures accurate medication dispensing and locking doors secure access to high-value or narcotic medications.
Specifications:
- Dimensions: Main cabinet – 30″ W x 77″ H x 10″ D
- Scalability: Up to 10 cabinets
- Electrical: Standard 120V/15A
Pharmacists praise CountAssist for its ease of use and small footprint, making it a favorite among independent owners and national chains alike!
CountMate: High-Speed, Full-Service Automation
For pharmacies requiring high-volume, multi-tasking automation, CountMate delivers unmatched productivity and precision.
- Workflow & Efficiency: CountMate features two robotic arms that simultaneously fill, photograph, label, and sort prescriptions into 18 patient-grouped lanes. It can produce up to three vials per minute, with canisters counting simultaneously.
- Space & Versatility: Its quiet, front-access design allows placement against a wall, optimizing workspace. Available in 84 or 168 canister models.
Security & Traceability: CountMate includes a biometric vein reader, internal cameras capturing top and side vial images, and barcode-driven verification for safe replenishment. Optional locking doors provide additional medication security.
Specifications:
- Models: C84 and C168
- Dimensions: C168 – 111″ W x 77″ H x 30″ D
- Speed: Up to 160 vials/hour
- Electrical: 120V~, 60Hz, 5A (500W)
CountMate is ideal for pharmacies needing uninterrupted production and advanced traceability, supported by McKesson’s trusted hardware and software.
Which Is Right for You?
- Choose CountAssist if you need a scalable, budget-friendly solution with a small footprint and easy integration.
- Opt for CountMate if your pharmacy demands high-speed, multi-function automation with advanced security and sorting capabilities.
Whether you’re expanding your automation or upgrading to a more robust solution, CountAssist and CountMate offer tailored benefits to meet your operational goals.
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