RomerLabs has launched its new AgraApp for Apple iOS7, which enables customers to analyze and document food allergen results obtained with Romer's lateral flow devices, namely the AgraStrip® line.

The analytical verification of gluten-free claims on all ingredients derived from gluten-containing grains is required to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

PerkinElmer, Inc. on Oct. 31 introduced the DairyGuard™ milk powder analyzer, a near infrared (NIR) spectrometer specifically developed for food suppliers and manufacturers to test for unknown adulterants as well as known compounds, such as protein, moisture and fat content.

Established ATP technology has proven to be invaluable for rapid, accurate and inexpensive hygiene monitoring.

PolyScience introduces two products for controlling temperature during respirometry applications: a heated circulator and a recirculating chiller.

Thermo Fisher Scientific presents on-demand solutions across the supply chain.  

Once you know the identity of the allergens that will be tested for as part of the validation, then you must select an appropriate test method.  

Training of waitstaff on food allergens is essential, but the entire establishment should maintain an allergen-free kitchen and incorporate a company-wide food safety culture.

One challenge for the food industry is changeovers from a product containing allergens to a similar product that does not contain allergens.

Whichever method is used for sampling and detecting microorganisms, it represents only a fraction of the actual level present in a food product.