Microbiological quality control in the beverage industry – modern, fast and reliable

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Microorganisms in beverage production

Ensuring food safety in the beverage industry with Sysmex Partec

In the beverage industry, microorganisms play important roles in several aspects. In the production of alcoholic and fermented beverages, they are desired and necessary protagonists of the production process.

In many non-alcoholic beverages such as fruit juices and soft drinks, as well as in the majority of alcoholic beverages, microorganisms also appear as spoilage organisms. Here, they negatively affect taste, odor and texture and may ultimately lead to health problems for consumer directly or indirectly through their metabolic byproducts.

Challenges in the beverage industry – from quality assurance to process control

Common challenges:

  • Fast in-process and end-product control
    Early detection of quality deviations and microbiological contamination in the ongoing manufacturing process
  • Minimizing recall and product liability risks
    Continuous monitoring of critical control points and digital documentation for greater security and traceability
  • Reducing storage costs
    More precise control of production quantities through reliable shelf life analyses and microbiological predictions
  • Avoiding spoilage organisms
    Control of unwanted microbiological developments already in the manufacturing process – especially for fruit juices, beer, wine and fermented beverages
  • Reduction of rejected batches
  • Reproducible quality controls that help to minimize waste and rework
  • Safely control fermentation processes
  • Optimization and monitoring of alcoholic fermentation – for stable, high-quality end products with a defined alcohol content

Application fields – Microbiological control & quality management

The industrial flow cytometry technology from Sysmex Partec offers precise and efficient solutions for the beverage industry and ensures quality control in various application areas, including microbiological analysis in non-alcoholic beverages, wine, beer and spirits.

With our innovative solutions for the beverage industry, we enable fast, precise and reproducible analyses directly at the production side. Our technologies support you maintain the highest quality standards, prevent batch losses and product recalls, and optimize process efficiency.

Application for our solutions:

  • Ensuring microbiological purity in beverages of all kinds
  • In-process and final product control
  • Raw material inspection
  • Monitoring of process and production water
  • and more

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Qualitätskontrolle in der Getränkeherstellung – Unsere Lösungen für Wein, Bier & Softdrinks

Our solutions for wine, beer and soft drinks

Our proven solutions support beverage manufacturers in microbiological control, process safety and quality monitoring.
Whether fruit juice, beer, wine or soft drinks – Sysmex Partec offers powerful technologies for safe and efficient production.

Products for Beverages/Non-Alcoholics ​

Our solutions enable fast, reliable and automated microbiological control of non-alcoholic beverages – from raw material testing to end-product analysis.

CyFlow™ RI-300 Flow Cytometer and CyFlow™ AL-20 Autoloader

With the CyFlow™ RI-300 Flow Cytometer and CyFlow™ AL-20 Autoloader enables rapid and effortless detection of microorganisms. Discover the next level of microbiological quality control with results in minutes.

CyStain™ VitalCount

The CyStain™ VitalCount Kit enables the rapid and reliable detection of viable microorganisms in fruit juices and a wide range of other beverages.

CyStain™ BacCount Total & Viable Total Cell and Viability Analysis in Beverages –

BacCount reagents enable the determination of Total Cell Count (TCC) and Vital Cell Count (VCC) in all types of water, including production and process water.

FlowVit® Alicyclobacillus

Reagent kit for the highly specific detection and counting of Alicyclobacillus acidoterrestris and Alicyclobacillus ssp. in fruit juices.

Mycotoxin test kits for beverages – Fast detection, safe quality

Our mycotoxin testing solutions enable the simultaneous detection of up to six mycotoxins in a single sample with the Mycotoxins Screening Kit. In addition, dedicated kits are available for the targeted detection of field toxins (Field Toxins Kit) and storage toxins (Storage Toxins Kit).

CellTrics™ Filter – Pre-filtration for reliable beverage analysis

The CellTrics™ filters (e.g., CellTrics™ 30µm) support efficient sample preparation for microbiological analysis, for example, when using the CyStain™ VitalCount Kit to filter the sample after (optional) pre-incubation. The microorganisms pass through the filter and can be stained in the next step, while the sample substance remains in the filter.  

Products for Beverages/Wine

Our solutions for the wine industry enable precise microbiological control along the entire production chain – from must processing to alcoholic fermentation and bottling. With the help of innovative technologies such as flow cytometry, fermentation disorders can be detected early, yeasts and bacteria can be analyzed in a differentiated manner and rejected batches can be avoided. This ensures the quality, reproducibility and shelf life of your wines – efficiently, automatically and with documentable precision.

CyFlow™ RI-300 Flow Cytometer

With the CyFlow™ RI-300 Flow Cytometer, you can quickly and easily detect microorganisms. Discover the next level of microbiological quality control with results in minutes.

CyStain™ OenoYeast

Reagent for counting vital yeasts in wine and beer during and after alcoholic fermentation. Screening for the presence of spoilage yeasts after completion of alcoholic fermentation.

CyStain™ GramCount

Reagent kit for controlling malolactic fermentation during wine production. Determines the number of lactic acid bacteria (Gram+).

CyFlow™ BrettCount

Reagent kit for the highly specific detection and counting of Brettanomyces bruxellensis in wine, beer and its pre-products.

CyStain™ OenoCount / CyStain™ Elution Buffer

Reagent kit for counting vital microorganisms in filtered wine. For determining the microbiological purity of the wine before, during or after bottling.

FlowVit® Dekkera anomala

Reagent kit for the highly specific detection and counting of Dekkera anomala in wine, cider, beer and other beverages.

Yeast Control™ Viability

Reagent for counting vital and dead yeasts in culture. For verifying the quality of the fermentation starter.

Mycotoxin-Kits

Our mycotoxin testing solutions enable the simultaneous detection of up to six mycotoxins in a single sample with the Mycotoxins Screening Kit. In addition, dedicated kits are available for the targeted detection of field toxins (Field Toxins Kit) and storage toxins (Storage Toxins Kit).

CyFlow™ AL-20 Autoloader

With the CyFlow™ AL-20 Autoloader, you can quickly and automatically detect microorganisms in combination with the CyFlow™ RI-300 Flow Cytometer. Discover the next level of microbiological quality control with results in minutes.

Products for Beverages/Beer

In beer production, microbiological control and process safety play a central role – from raw material to bottling. Our technologies enable the fast and reliable detection of unwanted microorganisms, the monitoring of the fermentation process and the validation of cleaning and hygiene steps. With our solutions based on flow cytometry, you analyze in real time, reduce rejected batches and increase process stability – for consistent quality and maximum product safety.

CyFlow™ RI-300 Flow Cytometer

With the CyFlow™ RI-300 Flow Cytometer, you can quickly and easily detect microorganisms. Discover the next level of microbiological quality control with results in minutes.

CyStain™ OenoYeast

Reagent for counting vital yeasts in wine and beer during and after alcoholic fermentation. Screening for the presence of spoilage yeasts after completion of alcoholic fermentation.

Yeast Control™ Viability

Reagent for counting vital and dead yeasts in culture. For verifying the quality of the fermentation starter.

CyFlow™ BrettCount

Reagent kit for the highly specific detection and counting of Brettanomyces bruxellensis in wine, beer and its pre-products.

Sysmex Partec – Innovative, Comprehensive Solutions for
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Reliable cell and particle analysis – experience you can rely on

With decades of experience in cell and particle analysis, Sysmex Partec offers high-performance solutions specifically tailored to the requirements of industrial applications. Our integrated hardware and software solution delivers fast, precise results – directly at the production site.

Built on scientifically validated methods and developed in accordance with EN ISO 13485, our solutions ensure the highest quality and reproducibility. Our adaptable, customer-specific solutions are developed in close collaboration with our customers – for maximum efficiency and accuracy.

Our global support network and practice-oriented training programs ensure smooth implementation and long-term use. As the only provider on the market, we offer a true end-to-end solution from a single source – from development to application.

With our innovative flow cytometry solutions, we enable precise, fast, and reliable tests for microbiological quality control and process optimization – in the beverage, food, cosmetics, water, paper, and ploidy industries.

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