Product Details:
- A rapid microbial detection system using ATP bioluminescence in a microwell based System to detect the presence of microbial ATP in Ultra Heat Treated (UTH) and Extended Shelf Life (ESL) dairy and dairy end products.
- Allows rapid assessment of Ultra Heat Treated (UHT) or Extended Shelf Life (ESL) milk and sterile dairy samples that have already been incubated within their pack. This is a rapid alternative to traditional microbiological assessment of these samples.
How it works?
- The MLS II uses ATP bioluminescence to detect signs of microbial activity. ATP is found in all living cells, so when the system picks it up, it indicates possible contamination.
- In practice, the sample such as a UHT or ESL dairy product is pre-incubated first. A small amount is then transferred into a microwell plate, where the MLS II reads the light signal produced and generates the result.
- By removing or shortening the extra incubation steps required in traditional plate methods, the system produces results much faster, often saving two to three days.
Main benefits
- Faster release of finished goods. Early detection of microbial issues cuts down the amount of time products need to stay on hold.
- Lower inventory pressure. Getting results sooner means less stock sitting in storage, quicker turnaround and better cash flow.
- Works across a wide range of products. It is particularly helpful for UHT and ESL dairy items, dairy alternatives and other heat-treated beverages.
Who would use it
- Food and beverage producers, especially those handling UHT or ESL lines.
- Quality labs that manage product release or routine microbial checks.
- Any facility looking to speed up testing without compromising accuracy.
