supply source
entry or an 8 mm entry for more viscous a rapid optical system for the detection of
or particulate containing applications. Sizes microbial contamination based on an in-
range from 0.5–1.5 inches with single or novative application of classical microbiol-
double ports. Standard end connections ogy. The assay measures microbial growth
are available as either clamp or plain-ended by monitoring biochemical reactions that
although RJT, DIN, SMS, IDF and BSP generate a colour change in the media
options are also available. The company has as micro-organisms grow. The sensitiv-
also introduced its Simple Sample Valve with ity of the system allows detection in a
a 3mm entry for companies that are look- fraction of the time needed for traditional
ing for a versatile, cost effective, compact methods, with less labour and sample
Liquid Sampling Valves solution for taking small samples or samples handling time. A recent study, by the
from 0.5” lines. independent standards-setting organiza-
Axium Process has added a range of stain- Axium Process Ltd tion NSF, has demonstrated equivalen-
less steel sample valves to its range of (www.axiumprocess.com) cies between Soleris and traditional plate
hygienic fittings that enables liquid samples T. +44 1792 883 882 count methods when testing dietary
to be taken both hygienically and safely. The E. info@axiumprocess.com supplements for bacterial contamination.
valves, designed so that they cannot be ac- The Soleris test method is included in the
cidentally over tightened or the valve handle revised (August 2006) NSF International
accidentally removed, can be cleaned-in- Standard/American National Standard for
place (CIP) and are suitable for sterilizing by Rapid, Automated Detection of Dietary Supplements.
steaming-in-place (SIP). As well as being an Neogen Europe Ltd
efficient method of taking manual samples, Spoilage/Indicator Organisms (www.neogeneurope.com)
the valves can also be used as miniature T. +44 1292 525 275
drain or vent valves. Manufactured from Neogen Europe Ltd has expanded its E. info@neogeneurope.com
316L stainless steel, with a PTFE coated range of rapid, automated microbiology
stem and Viton seal, Axium’s sample valves test systems with the launch of Soleris in
are compact and are designed with a 4 mm the UK and Ireland. The Soleris system is
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