Chromatography Software

Chromatography Software FAQs

What types of chromatography techniques are supported by Waters software solutions?
Waters chromatography software solutions support a broad spectrum of analytical techniques, including liquid chromatography (LC), gas chromatography (GC), supercritical fluid chromatography (SFC), and liquid chromatography mass spectrometry (LC-MS). Empower Software, Waters' chromatography data system (CDS), is designed to control instruments, acquire and process chromatographic data, and streamline reporting across LC, GC, and LC-MS workflows. ChromScope Software provides dedicated functionality for SFC method development and purification.

For laboratories with diverse instrumentation, this multi-technique support enables centralized data management and consistent workflows, even across varying platforms. Additionally, Waters' NuGenesis Lab Management System enhances overall data organization and traceability for these techniques by integrating instrument outputs with lifecycle documentation and quality controls.

Is ChromScope Software only for SFC workflows?
Yes, ChromScope Software is specifically developed to support supercritical fluid chromatography (SFC) workflows and is optimized for use with Waters SFC purification systems. Its core functions include fully automated instrument control, method development, and sample purification, making it particularly valuable for laboratories focused on SFC-based separations and scale-up applications. ChromScope simplifies complex SFC operations by guiding users through method setup, purification run planning, and fraction collection.

While it is tailored for SFC, its design supports both high-throughput applications and research environments where flexibility is key. ChromScope's intuitive interface and integrated automation help reduce manual interventions, improve reproducibility, and accelerate method optimization. For laboratories using multiple SFC instruments or developing large-scale purification workflows, ChromScope provides a streamlined and efficient approach. However, it does not support LC, GC, or LC-MS workflows, as those are managed by Empower or other Waters informatics platforms.