In principle, it is a framework of rules that can be easily integrated into existing software. The industry association SPECTARIS introduced the Laboratory Analytic Device Standard – LADS extension in 2024. The requirements of the laboratory world are combined under the Companion Specification LADS. LADS compatible devices, even from different manufacturers, can be quickly and easily integrated into networks using “Plug & Play” and LADS compatible software, as easily as, for example, printers on PCs. LADS interfaces - now available with 2mag magnetic stirrers.