Accredited microbiological testing with rapid turnaround

Our ISO 17025-accredited microbiology laboratories provide high-throughput testing with rapid turnaround times. We support manufacturers, retailers, and food service providers with expert microbiological analysis aligned with local and international regulations, industry standards, and client-specific specifications. We are accredited to perform the full microbiology suite of testing on the following matrices across all reference standards, including: ISO, FDA, GB, NZTM, APHA, AOAC, MIMM.

Key services

• Pathogen detection of pathogens and foodborne toxins, such as
  • Listeria monocytogenes
  • Salmonella species
  • Legionella pneumophila
  • Escherichia coli (E. coli) including O157
  • Vibrio species
  • Cronobacter (formerly enterobacter) sakazakii
  • Clostridium perfringens
  • Bacillus cereus
  • Campylobacter
  • Enterotoxins
  • Staphylococcus aureus
  • Yersinia enterocolitica
  • Food viruses
• Characterisation of micro-organisms (including the identification / characterisation of micro-organism strains)
• Food shelf-life studies or shelf-life determination
• Rapid mould identification
• Hygiene parameters
• Technical support

Key testing matrices

• Cereals and cereal products
• Edible oils, fats and derived products
• Nuts, fruits, vegetables and derived products
• Sauces, herbs, spices, and condiments
• Sugar and sugar confectionery
• Dairy products
• Meat, poultry and derivatives
• Fish and fish products
• Eggs and egg products
• Non-alcoholic beverages
• Food additives and supplements
• Animal feeds, pet food testing
• Honey testing
• Dairy products
• Plant hygiene evaluation (swabs, sweepings, air exposure testing, etc.)
• Waters