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Full Analytical and Microbiological Laboratory Services

We are USDA certified for aflatoxin testing and utilize third-party proficiency testing by the American Proficiency Institute (API). We are currently undergoing ISO-17025 certification by the American Association of Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA).

Analytical Testing: We test for free fatty acids, moisture, peroxide value, allergens, and aflatoxin through our Analytical Testing Services.

Microbiological Testing: We analyze for Aerobic Plate Count (APC), Acidophilus, APC Swab, Coliform, E. coli, Enterobacteriacea, Listeria, Salmonella, Staphylococcus aureus, Total Plate Count Colonies, yeast and/or mold, and Staphylococci - coagulase positive. For standards and pricing, see Microbiological Testing Services.

Sensory Testing: We have both a pathogen lab for process evaluation and an evaluation of flavor and mouth appeal through our sensory lab.

Process Authorities for Manufacturers and Processors

Food Safety and Process Technology's scientists helps companies validate that their facilities, instrumentation, and equipment meet FDA standards for thermal and non-thermal processing of food products.

Process Evaluation: We are process authorities for food processing companies nationwide. We We offer our scientific skill and consulting expertise in food validation protocols in both thermal and non-thermal process validation for food processors and equipment manufacturers. We help companies validate new and improved food processes.

How We Can Help You

Food Safety and Process Technology has more than 50 years of experience in food safety technology as food scientists and processing experts. We are available to consult on possible new technologies for log reduction of E. coli or other pathogens. Our Qualified Food Process Authorities can help.

You are required to file your Thermal Process with the FDA for any low acid or acidified canned food. Our recognized Process Authority, using the most advanced equipment available, can conduct Heat Distribution and Heat Penetration Studies in your facility. Dr. Falkenberg is a low acid canned food ( LACF) Authorized Representative for several processors inside and outside the state of California. We always validate for the log destruction of the pathogen(s) or organism(s) in question.

We will make processing recommendations where appropriate and will prepare the paperwork for filing for you. Most filings are completed within one week of conducting the Heat Penetration Study.