Ensuring the safety and quality of food is a top priority in food manufacturing and related industries, and microbiological analysis plays a crucial role in achieving this. Conventional methods of testing can be laborious, time-consuming, and costly, with limited advancements beyond instrument and culture media development. Fortunately, in today's era of cutting-edge technology, rapid systems for microbiological testing have emerged as a game-changer. These advanced systems minimize hands-on-time, provide rapid results, and significantly reduce costs. However, it is crucial to select tools that are accurate, sensitive, and efficient to ensure reliable and precise microbiological testing.
PARAMETERS
The following are some information on the most common food pathogens according to the US FDA:
BASICS | An important environmental contaminant in food producing facilities particularly in low moisture environments with widespread occurrence in animals, especially in poultry and swine |
SOURCES | Raw and undercooked eggs, raw meat, poultry, seafood, raw milk, dairy products, fresh produce, and the environment |
SYMPTOMS | Diarrhea, fever, vomiting, headache, nausea, and stomach cramps that can be more severe for people in high-risk groups, such as immunocompromised individuals, pregnant women, and the elderly |
INCUBATION | 12 to 72 hours after eating food contaminated with as few as 15 to 20 cells |
DURATION | 6 to 48 hours |
BASICS | Pathogenic strains of the bacteria commonly found in the gut of mammals which is commonly used as an index of fecal contamination |
SOURCES | Meat (undercooked or raw hamburger), uncooked produce, raw milk, unpasteurized juice, and contaminated water |
SYMPTOMS | Causes severe stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and nausea. It can also manifest as non-bloody diarrhea or be symptomless. E. coli O157:H7 can cause permanent kidney damage which can lead to death in young children |
INCUBATION | Usually 3 to 4 days after ingestion, but may occur from 1 to 10 days after eating food contaminated with 10 to 100 cells |
DURATION | 5 to 10 days |
BASICS | A bacterium that can grow even at refrigerated temperatures, L. monocytogenes is a prolific biofilm -producer and environmental contaminant |
SOURCES | Refrigerated, ready-to-eat foods (meat, poultry, fresh produce, seafood, and dairy – unpasteurized milk and milk products or foods made with unpasteurized milk) |
SYMPTOMS | Fever, headache, fatigue, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, meningitis, and miscarriages Listeria can cause serious illness or death in pregnant women, fetuses, and newborns. |
INCUBATION | 9 to 48 hours after ingestion, but may occur up to 6 weeks after eating food contaminated with approximately 1,000 cells |
DURATION | Variable |
BASICS | A zoonotic pathogen that is one of the most common causes of human infections. Children under age one (1) have the highest rate of campylobacteriosis. Furthermore, unborn babies and infants are more susceptible on first exposure to this bacterium and the threshold for seeking medical care for infants is low. In some cases, campylobacteriosis is identified as an antecedent infection associated with Guillain-Barre syndrome, an auto-immune disorder |
SOURCES | Raw milk, untreated water, raw and undercooked meat, poultry, or shellfish |
SYMPTOMS | Diarrhea (sometimes bloody), stomach cramps, fever, muscle pain, headache, and nausea |
INCUBATION | Generally 2 to 5 days after eating food contaminated with approximately 500 cells |
DURATION | 2 to 5 days |
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Experience the ultimate convenience and accuracy with CompactDry™, the leading and the most technologically-advanced ready-to-use chromogenic media plates. Trusted by thousands of microbiologists worldwide, CompactDry™ offers rapid and accurate results, eliminating the need for laborious media preparation and sterilization. CompactDry™ sets a new standard in microbiological testing, offering the widest range of parameters including Total Count, Coliform, E. coli and Coliform, Staphylococcus aureus, Yeast & Mold, Salmonella, Listeria spp., Listeria monocytogenes, Enterobacteriaceae, Enterococcus, Bacillus cereus, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Heterotrophic bacteria in water, and Total Count in Tea.
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Qualitative lateral flow immunochromatographic assays for rapid recovery of the target pathogen - E. coli O157:H7, Listeria spp., L. monocytogenes, Salmonella spp., Group D1 Salmonella (including Salmonella Enteritidis), Salmonella Group B, Salmonella Group C1, and Campylobacter spp.
Self-contained units that detect bacteria – E. coli / coliforms, Salmonella, or Staphylococcus aureus – on surfaces, and are used as an indicator of both contamination and surface cleanliness. It is simple and easy to use with qualitative results based on color change in 12 to 24 hours.
Environmental monitoring is an integral part of food safety. Sampling the environment with tools such as swabs or sponges allows manufacturers to verify their sanitation practices as well as to detect and quantify the presence of pathogens, indicator organisms, and allergens. Check Glenwood Technologies’ wide array of environmental sampling tools.
High Capacity (HiCap™) Neutralizing Broth was developed to meet the specific needs of food and beverage producers. Unlike other collection solutions such as the Neutralizing Buffer, Leethen Broth, or D/E Neutralizing Broth, HiCap™ helps to ensure the accuracy of microbiological test results by neutralizing a comprehensive array and greater quantity of residual sanitizer.
The wide range of EZ Reach™ sponge samplers offer various sizes and functions to fit most sampling needs. It is widely used in collecting samples on a variety of surfaces, from processing equipment and conveyors to drains and expansive floor or wall surfaces.
Unlike the traditional fiber-style cotton or Dacron-tipped swabs, PUR-Blue™ swab samplers possess a medical-grade polyurethane foam tip that resists tearing and fraying, making it the ideal tool for sampling rough surfaces.
One tube contains a pre-hydrated swab with neutralizing media, while the second tube contains an enrichment broth for efficient recovery and growth of target organisms such as Listeria spp. or Salmonella spp.
Includes a 16x100 mm polypropylene tube and screw cap with an attached Dacron-tipped swab on a blue shaft. The tube has a flat base that sits stably on a solid surface while a sample is being collected.
Ready-to-use 9 mL and 10 mL fill volumes for simple serial dilutions or sponge hydration
Ready-to-use 90 mL and 99 mL volumes for convenient sample preparation
These sterile sampling devices are designed for easy and effective collection of poultry litter samples to test for harmful pathogens like Salmonella.
This convenient sampling device helps you collect microbial samples from various surfaces for laboratory analysis, it offers a practical and user-friendly solution for various surface sampling applications.
This convenient sampling device helps you collect microbial samples from various surfaces for laboratory analysis, it offers a practical and user-friendly solution for various surface sampling applications.
SurfACE™ Fabric Swabs or swab cloths are pre-moistened sampling solutions designed for collecting microbial samples from expansive surfaces. These swabs are ideal for the food processing industry and other environments requiring large-area sampling.
Choose between dry sponges for customization with your preferred solution or pre-moistened sponges with 10ml buffer for immediate use. The 3" x 1.5" (7.5 x 3.5 cm) size ensures efficient sample collection from various surface areas.
Maintain precise sampling areas on carcasses and surfaces with the Carcass Sampling Template.
Whether you are performing routine microbiological testing, conducting research experiments, or investigating specific pathogens, our Dehydrated Culture Media provide the essential nutrients and selective properties necessary for successful cultivation and identification of microorganisms. Our extensive portfolio covers a comprehensive array of culture media formulations, ensuring that you have the right tools to support your microbiological analysis.
The conventional plating method has been the foundation of all microbiological test systems today, and is in fact considered as the Gold Standard. To support companies and institutions employing this method alongside or independent from rapid tests, Glenwood Technologies introduces the Biomark™ Laboratories’ line of dehydrated culture media (DCM) products.
At Glenwood Technologies, we are dedicated to provide innovative solutions and high quality products for your microbiological analysis. Whether you are conducting routine testing, research experiments, or ensuring food and feed safety, our comprehensive range of microbiological testing solutions and dehydrated culture media is designed to meet your requirements. With our advanced technologies and reliable products, you can trust us to support your microbiological analysis with accuracy, efficiency, and peace of mind. Together, we can redefine and optimize your microbiological testing processes for greater success.