 |
|
|
|
Sani-Check BF: Test Kit for Counting Bacteria and Fungi
Bacterial growth in these systems can be responsible for corrosion, slime formation, foul odors, and decreases in fluid function. Fungal growth can also cause slime formation and objectionable odors, as well as plugging of fluid delivery lines. In order to effectively treat contamination with biocide, levels
of bacterial and fungal growth must be routinely monitored. Sani-Check
BF makes determination of these microbial counts fast and easy and
is unique in that both measurements can be made simultaneously.
Sani-Check BF test systems are kits that contain paddles coated
Each side of the paddle is coated with a different medium, one side being selective for fungi and the other for bacteria. Almost all aerobic bacteria will grow on the side designated for those organisms. Their growth will be in the form of red dots (colonies) on the surface of the agar. The paddle is compared to a chart in order to get a quantitative interpretation of the results.
Sani-Check BF has a six month shelf life. It can be stored in the refrigerator or at room temperature, but care should be taken to avoid frequent temperature changes. Technical service related to the use of Sani-Check BF is provided free of charge. Biosan Laboratories is staffed with trained microbiologists who are available to assist you. Click here for the Product Price List Biosan Laboratories, Inc.
|
Contamination by bacteria
and fungi in aqueous industrial environments can be responsible
for failures in productivity resulting in economic loss. This is
particularly true in metalworking fluids and stored hydrocarbon
fuels, but the problem also exists in other industrial process and
cooling waters.
with
an agar culture medium. The kits are complete and ready to use.
No special equipment or training is necessary.
Most fungi (yeast and
mold) that contaminate aqueous industrial systems will grow on Sani-Check
BF. On the side designated for fungi, growth of yeast and mold will
generally appear as cottony, filamentous structures. The reacted
paddle is compared to a color chart from which an estimated fungal
count can be made.