The air sampler is certainly not the most expensive piece of equipment in the laboratory, but choosing the right model is a serious commitment that will stay with you for many years. To make the right choice, several criteria need to be considered, such as the technical performance of the device, ease of use, as […]
There are dozens of microbial air-sampler available on the market, but which one should you choose for environmental monitoring in the pharmaceutical industry? The answer to this question will, of course, depend on your specific needs. So the first step is to establish your requirements. Next, it’s up to you to reach out to suppliers […]
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation where everyone uses different terms to talk about the same thing? That’s exactly what we noticed with the plates used for surface sampling. We did a quick survey with the SuperMicrobiologistes, and here are the nicknames you gave them: But do all these terms mean the same […]
When you go on an air sampling campaign, it’s never for just one sample. You get your control plan ready (whether on paper or digitally), pick up your air sampler and agar plates, and head off for a few hours in the production area. But between two samples, to avoid cross-contamination, how do you ensure […]
There are things we do every day in the lab without thinking much about them, simply because that’s how we were taught. Then one morning, we wake up and wonder: “Why on earth do we incubate Petri dishes upside down?” Do bacteria enjoy doing somersaults, or is it all about gravity? To solve this mystery, […]
This article is brought to us by a SuperMicrobiologist, Ségolène Charrat, who is a contamination control consultant (among other roles) at Cophaclean. If you would like to write an article for the blog, contact us. The goal of environmental monitoring is to ensure that cleanrooms and air treatment equipment continue to provide a suitable quality […]
Choosing a supplier for culture media for environmental monitoring in the pharmaceutical industry is not a step to be taken lightly. A poor choice can be very detrimental not only to the lab but also to production. To help you make the right decision, we have listed in this article the key points to check […]
Neutralizers are commonly used in pharmaceutical culture media for environmental monitoring. TSA+LTHT (Lecithin, Tween 80 (Polysorbate 80), Histidine, and Thiosulfate) and TSA+LT are considered standard for neutralization. However, the exact types and concentrations of each neutralizers are not specified in either the European Pharmacopoeia (EP) or the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). This expertise in formulating […]
One of the most important factors for a microbiology incubator is maintaining a consistent temperature throughout. No one wants 38°C at the top and 34°C at the bottom! To keep the temperature homogeneous, there are two main technologies: natural convection and forced convection. When buying your incubator, you’ll need to choose between these two options! […]
Here are the results of the surveys we conducted on our LinkedIn page with the SuperMicrobiologistes on environmental monitoring in pharmaceutical laboratories. You’ll find everything you need to know about culture media, incubation temperatures, and viable air samplers. If anything is missing or unclear, feel free to reach out to us!
