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Bioindustrial Services is proficient in the setting up of microbiological and chemical laboratories according to client specifications. This includes the implementation of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Laboratory Management systems, and the Medicines Control Council (MCC).

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WHAT WE DO

Bioindustrial Services is proficient in the setting up of microbiological and chemical laboratories according to client specifications. This includes the implementation of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Laboratory Management systems, and the Medicines Control Council (MCC).

HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS &
MEDICINAL HERBS

Chemical/Chromatography testing of herbal actives for concentration and potency

Microbiological analysis for levels of microbial contamination Nutritional analysis for protein, fat, fiber, carbohydrates and energy

Examples include: Turmeric, Curcumin, Ginger, Cinnamon, Sage, Cumin, Milk Thistle and many others

CANNABIS PRODUCTS &
PHARMACEUTICALS

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) analysis by chromatography (GC)
Cannabidiol (CBD) analysis by chromatography (GC)

SPECIALISED ANALYSIS

The following specialised analysis is part of our reputable testing and professional service delivery:

Antibiotic assays
Vitamin assays
Nutritional analysis of feeds and foods
Aflatoxin
Enumeration and identification of yeasts, moulds and bacteria
Water and environment testing
Preservative efficacy testing
Sterility tests
Pyrogen test
Pesticide detection and analysis
Stability studies in accordance to Act 36 and Act 101 specification
Herbal supplements and medicinal herbs
Cannabis products and pharmaceuticals
Analytical Method Development

CHEMISTRY / CHROMATOGRAPHY
LABORATORY

The Bioindustrial Services laboratory has HPLC, GC-MS and AA unit and analyses products across all industries for minerals, heavy metals, residues, vitamins, antibiotics, hormones, antioxidants and preservatives.

Only validated methods are used from USP, EUP to BP. Where appropriate AOAC and ISO methods are used.

A comprehensive sample preparation area is incorporated within the chemistry laboratory.

STABILITY LABORATORY

There are four stability chambers in the stability laboratory ranging in temperature from 25°C to 52°C at 65% RH.

MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS

Microbiological analysis is the use of biological, biochemical, molecular or chemical methods for the detection, identification or enumeration of microorganisms in a material (eg food, drink, environmental or clinical sample). It is often applied to disease causing and spoilage microorganisms.

End-product testing remains a vital part of any food manufacturing control strategy. In products in which microorganisms can survive and grow, routine microbiological analysis is important to confirm that manufacturing control mechanisms are effective. It is also necessary for the checking of raw material quality (eg to confirm that they are within specification), or for investigating customer complaints.

The laboratory has full capability for the analysis of microbes in food, feed, pharmaceutical and cosmetic matrices. Water microbiology as well as environmental hygiene and microbiological surveys in production facilities is performed in all types of environments.

In addition, short in-house courses are provided to production personnel in areas of personnel and environmental hygiene.

Building on a broad portfolio of advanced fluorescence tools, we offer several reagents specifically for microbiology research. These dyes and kits are valuable tools for detecting and identifying microbes in the environment, indicating metabolic activity and assisting with the determination of structural composition and integrity. Many of these products are adaptable for various analytical platforms, including flow cytometry, microplates, and fluorescence-based microscopy.

To learn more about Microbiological Analysis click here (PDF)

NUTRITIONAL LABORATORY

Nutritional analysis is performed on food and feed and raw materials ranging from rice flour, maize and bran to blood meal and oil products.

Methods are AOAC and ISO validated.

Oxidation analysis is performed for shelf life stability studies.

CANNABIS PRODUCTS &
PHARMACEUTICALS

The laboratory analyses water from all sources, including underground, ground, municipal, production, bottled water, as well as effluent water sources.

Included with the SABS 241 specification, microbiological analysis, Total Plate Count, Coliforms and Escherichia coli (E. coli) is included.

In cases of effluent water, heavy metals are analysed.
In cases of ground water, minerals and microscopy are analysed. Borehole water is analysed for microbiological purity.
Bottled water is analysed for minerals and any added supplements such as vitamins.

SERVICES