Securing beer quality
On-site PCR based testing for the brewing industry
Simplify beer quality testing with a system that automates the complete workflow from sample to answer.
Brewing with pride and passion...
... and making sure every batch is just right.
In brewing, quality is key. We understand that beer’s natural defenses – like low pH, high CO₂, ample alcohol, and hop acids – are just the beginning. Even with these barriers, some bacteria have evolved with e.g. hop resistance genes, now growing where they shouldn’t.
While these bacteria don’t harm us, they can spoil a good brew by causing off-flavors or discoloration. That is where we come in.
Automated PCR analysis
The products for the brewing industry are designed for:
Simple and fast analysis of a wide variety of sample types
Detecting hop resistance genes and Viable but Nonculturable Bacteria
Complementing classic microbiology to quickly confirm microbiological results
Controlling hygiene in every step of the brewing & bottling process
Automated data analysis without manual interpretation
Technology
The Endress+Hauser BioSense Analysis System uses the universal Device BAB00 and special application-specific Kits to automate the entire laboratory process from sample to result.
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Current scope of sample types
The Kits can be used to analyse liquid samples, swab samples, samples after enrichment and colonies on culture plates.
Kits for spoilage bacteria detection
Spoilage Bacteria Screen
Screening for 4 spoilage bacteria groups (Lactobacillus, Pediococcus, Pectinatus, Megasphaera), horA & horC gene
Spoilage Bacteria Ident
Identification of L. brevis, horA & horC gene
Spoilage Bacteria Ident L
Identification of 6 spoilage bacteria (L. brevis, L. backii, L. rossiae, L. acetotolerans, L. lindneri, P. damnosus), horA & horC gene
Spoilage Bacteria Detect
Parameters included with Ident L
Additionally: Megasphaera & Pectinatus group, L. casei/ L. paracasei
Kits for yeast detection
Yeast Detect
Detecting yeasts that are potentially top fermenting, potentially bottom fermenting or potentially over attenuating
Kits for water quality and/or hygiene testing
Water Quality Detect
Identification of Enterobacteriaceae, Enterococci, E. coli
Water Quality Detect L
Identification of Enterobacteriaceae, Enterococci, E. coli, Clostridium perfringens, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Legionella Spp.
More detailed information and the option to request a quotation have been added to the market sites in which the products are available. However, enquiries from other markets are welcome and will be reviewed by us. Please message us using the contact form.
Benefits
Simple – the user-friendly system streamlines quality testing, allowing brewers to quickly check for spoilage without needing specialized personnel or laboratory equipment.
Fast – state-of-the-art microfluidic automation delivers rapid results, accelerating decision-making to ensure the best quality beer.
On-site – the compact design of the system makes it possible to perform PCR directly on-site, keeping the entire quality control process within the brewery.
