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Craig Rubenstein

Life Science Technology Leader at Yaskawa America, Inc. Motoman Robotics Division

Craig Rubenstein is a seasoned technology leader in the life sciences sector, with over three decades of experience at Motoman, Inc. Since 1994, he has played a pivotal role in the product management, marketing, and sales of advanced process automation systems tailored for clinical diagnostics and pharmaceutical research. His expertise spans the development and commercialization of automation solutions that streamline specimen processing and research workflows, contributing significantly to innovation and efficiency in the life sciences industry.

Outside of work, Craig enjoys staying current with emerging technologies and trends in healthcare automation. Craig is an avid cyclist who loves to travel and brings the same passion and curiosity that have defined his professional journey to his sport.


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Posted: 7/29/2025 1:25:38 PM by Craig Rubenstein
Topics: Laboratory Automation

Clinical labs face growing demands. Yaskawa's modular robotic systems boost speed, efficiency, and scalability. With deep expertise in lab modernization, we streamline workflows and help you plan for the future. Discover how Yaskawa's automation solutions create smarter, safer labs that grow with your needs. Read More

Posted: 6/5/2023 3:32:59 PM by Craig Rubenstein
Topics: Laboratory Automation, Trade Shows

Integral to individual patient care and the overall health care system, the need for diagnostic testing in lab medicine continues to surge, and more facilities than ever are embracing automation and robotic systems to streamline high-throughput areas of the clinical diagnostic lab. Chronic disorders and infectious diseases are a key driver for this, prompting the need to safely, accurately and timely process samples. Read More

Posted: 5/9/2022 12:31:29 PM by Craig Rubenstein
Topics: Laboratory Automation, Trade Shows

A growing number of clinical diagnostic and genetic laboratories continue to implement automation solutions to expand capacity, while improving labor-intensive jobs for high-throughput areas. Recent demand for standalone workcells for “task-specific” process automation and integrated solutions for pre- and post-analytic are helping more laboratories than ever to achieve transformative benefits. Read More

Posted: 11/23/2020 6:08:18 PM by Craig Rubenstein
Topics: Laboratory Automation, Trade Shows

Now, more than ever, clinical laboratories are turning toward robotic automation to step up operations. From expanding services in unique ways to improving patient care, to fighting the current COVID-19 pandemic, the use of robots and peripheral tools is helping to create a pathway for success where these issues and more are concerned. Read More

Posted: 7/15/2019 1:00:00 PM by Craig Rubenstein
Topics: Laboratory Automation, Trade Shows

The clinical laboratory market is rapidly evolving. What was once a strictly fee-for-service model is transitioning to a more value-based care approach known as Clinical Laboratory 2.0, where laboratories are expanding services in unique ways to improve patient care while yielding cost savings and maximizing efficiency. Read More