Surface & Equipment Microbial Sampling Devices
Ideal for sampling various surfaces, Copan’s SRK® system combines a swab with a rinse solution or broth in a convenient plastic tube. The environmental sampling line helps food technologists and quality control managers assess microbial presence on surfaces and equipment.
For verification of effective sanitation, microbial bioburden or sterility for surface monitoring in different fields such as:
- Manufacturing and equipment
- Food production
- Environmental monitoring
- Cosmetic and Personal Care production
- Pharmaceutical and Drug manufacturing sites
- Hospital and laboratory surfaces (HIA)
- Clean Room Manufacturing
Downstream Applications:
- Direct streaking
- Membrane Filtration
- Qualitative and quantitative testing
Available in two configurations:
- Single unit: swab attached to cap in tube with rinse solution
- Combo sampling unit: Separate swab in peel pouch with tube containing broth or rinse solution
Features
The SRK® Advantage
Unlike contact plates, swabbing with SRK® products enables sampling of hard to reach and uneven surfaces where bacteria persist. Swabbing improves sample recovery and release while eliminating agar residue contact plates leave behind.
A Clear Microbial Snapshot
Before sampling, it’s essential to neutralize antibacterial or antimicrobial cleansing agents on surfaces in order to paint a clear picture of any bacteria present. SRK™ Solution serves as a neutralizing agent that inactivates sanitizing agents residuals.
Sterile Sampling Templates
Sampling templates define and standardize sampling area, helping users to determine the number of CFU/cm2 counts for the validation of microbial bioburden. Available in two sizes: 4 x 5 cm (20 cm2) and 10 x 10 cm (100 cm2), sterile packaged in one or five templates per pack.
Disperse Liquids with Disposable Spreaders
Performing bacterial CFU plate counts on water, milk and other liquid samples is easier with Copan’s plastic sterile spreaders. Available in T-shape or L-shape, the spreader’s smooth, rounded surfaces prevent gouging of agar.
