Food and Hygiene Inspections with Charm Sciences: Rapid Tests for Greater Safety
Food safety, hygiene, and reliable quality control are key requirements in the food and beverage industry. Charm Sciences’ testing and analysis solutions enable quick and efficient screening for various risks and contaminants—from ATP and allergens to antibiotic residues and microbiological parameters.
As a Swiss distribution partner, IGZ Instruments offers selected solutions from Charm Sciences for food manufacturers, dairies, laboratories, and food processing facilities.
Rapid Food Analysis for Safe Processes
In food production, many control points must be reliably monitored. These include, for example, the hygiene of surfaces and production environments, testing for allergens, and the detection of residues and microbiological contaminants.
Charm Sciences has been developing rapid tests and analytical systems for food and hygiene monitoring since 1978. Its product portfolio includes solutions for ATP hygiene testing, allergen testing, antibiotic detection, and mycotoxin and microbial detection, among others.
The various testing systems help companies carry out control processes efficiently and quickly incorporate test results into their quality and hygiene protocols.
ATP Hygiene Testing: Quickly Check Cleanliness
Effective cleaning is an important part of food and facility hygiene. ATP tests allow for rapid screening of surfaces and production areas.
The Charm novaLUM II is an ATP detection device with documentation and data management features. When used in combination with compatible Charm test systems, it allows for the rapid assessment of hygiene conditions and the documentation of results.
Among other things, the system is suitable for applications in the food and beverage industry, the pharmaceutical industry, and the healthcare sector.
Charm novaLUM II
The compact luminometer provides fast results and supports the structured collection and analysis of test data. This allows it to be integrated into existing hygiene and cleaning processes.
Allergen Control in Food Production
Allergens pose a particular challenge in the food industry. In addition to specific allergen testing methods, ATP-based tests can help verify the cleanliness of surfaces that come into contact with products.
Charm AllerGiene, for example, is an ATP-based test designed to monitor food residues on surfaces and in rinse water. The test can be used to support allergen control programs.
According to the manufacturer, test results are available within about 20 seconds, enabling a quick response—such as cleaning the equipment again before the next production cycle.
Antibiotic residues, toxins, and other contaminants
In addition to hygiene testing, Charm Sciences’ portfolio also includes rapid tests for various residues and contaminants.
These include, among other things, solutions for detecting:
- Antibiotic residues
- Mycotoxins
- Allergens
- microbiological contaminants
- ATP and Hygiene Indicators
- other chemical and biological risks
Depending on the application, various test formats and analysis systems are available—ranging from rapid tests for on-site screening to systems designed for use in the laboratory.
Food Analysis: From Incoming Inspection to Product Release
Reliable quality control often accompanies food products through multiple process steps. Tests conducted as early as the incoming goods inspection can provide important information. Additional checks are performed during production, as part of cleaning and hygiene monitoring, and prior to product release.
Charm Sciences offers a variety of testing and analysis solutions for this purpose. IGZ Instruments assists Swiss companies in selecting suitable systems and supports them in implementing their specific requirements.
Charm Sciences and IGZ Instruments: Solutions for the Food Industry
Charm Sciences is one of the leading manufacturers of rapid tests and diagnostic solutions for food safety and hygiene monitoring. Its solutions are used in dairy plants, food processing facilities, laboratories, and manufacturing companies, among others.
IGZ Instruments provides access to select Charm solutions in Switzerland and supports customers with consulting, application expertise, and service.
Whether it’s ATP hygiene testing, allergen monitoring, antibiotic detection, or other food analysis —together, we’ll find the right solution for your application.
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FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions About Charm Sciences
What is Charm Sciences?
Charm Sciences is a manufacturer of rapid tests and analytical solutions for food safety and hygiene. Its product portfolio includes tests for allergens, antibiotic residues, mycotoxins, ATP, and microbiological contaminants, among others.
What is an ATP test used for?
ATP tests are used to quickly assess hygiene and cleanliness levels. For example, they can be used to monitor surfaces and production environments.
What is the Charm novaLUM II?
The novaLUM II is an ATP detection device and luminometer from Charm Sciences. It is used for rapid assessment of hygiene conditions and offers functions for data analysis and storage of measurement results.
What Charm products does IGZ Instruments offer in Switzerland?
IGZ Instruments offers a selection of Charm solutions for food analysis, hygiene monitoring, and process control. We would be happy to provide you with personalized advice to help you find the right solution.