The RAMM system’s modular design allows a custom system to be easily developed. The microscope is configurable with infinity-corrected optics, filter cubes, filterwheels, and detectors. Automated features include high-speed XY stages, piezo & motorized focusing, laser auto-focus, and a robotic specimen loader. The system provides a solid platform, and has been designed for flexible cost-effective OEM development using high quality high MTBF components to reduce cost and increase customer satisfaction.