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INDuSTRY PRODuCTS The ROSA Fumonisin kit delivers fast, economical, accurate fumonisin detection in a convenient single strip. Quantitative readings and a detection range from 0 to 6 ppm provide the flexibility to meet both domestic and export requirements. The ROSA Fumonisin Quantitative kit is the 10th Charm mycotoxin test to receive approval from United States Department of Agriculture’s Grain Inspection Packers and Stockyards Association (GIPSA). Speed, simplicity and sensitivity make Charm Rapid One Step Assay (ROSA) technology the de facto standard for mycotoxin detection. All ROSA mycotoxin tests can be run on the same equipment and follow a similar assay format, providing an efficient and economical way to detect and quantify mycotoxins in feed and grain. “The Charm ROSA Fumonisin Quantitative Test helps ensure the safety of the food chain by enabling growers, processors and regulators to validate that grain and feed conform to specified or recommended limits for fumonisin,” said Mark Tess, Mycotoxin product manager at Charm Sciences. Fumonisins (FB1, FB2, and FB3) are produced by naturally occurring Fusarium molds, including F. verticillioides and F. proliferatum. These toxins have been implicated as possible causes of human esophageal cancer, equine leukoencephalomalacia – a serious disease in horses, toxic feed syndrome in poultry, and pulmonary edema in swine. Charm Sciences, Inc. 978.687.9200 Lawrence, MA www.charm.com Zep Inc. Zep Launches StrongBox: Rugged Foaming Station for Food processing Facilities F ood processors looking for a stronger, more reliable foaming station for cleaning walls, floors and equipment can now turn to Zep StrongBox, a new foaming station built to survive the most difficult food processing environments. Zep StrongBox connects to either house pressure or a lowpressure pump system and provides a consistent sanitizer spray and high foam. Made of stainless steel, it contains no internal plastic parts, making it more durable than competitive foaming stations. “Because StrongBox provides premium cleaning performance, coupled with ruggedness and reliability, it can help food processors reduce their maintenance costs,” says Blaine Morton, director of marketing and business development, food, Zep Inc. The StrongBox line consists of three products: Zep StrongBox 1 – an airless foamer with a fixed chemical suction hose, designed for water at a pressure of 45 to 145 psi. It is supplied with one set of chemical dosing nozzles in different colors. Zep StrongBox 2 – an air system with one fixed chemical suction hose, it is connected to external compressed air and water at a pressure of 45 to 580 psi. It is also supplied with one set of chemical dosing nozzles in different colors. Zep StrongBox 3 – a kit with one fixed chemical suction hose, it is connected to external compressed air and water at a pressure of 45 to 580 psi. Three color-coded suction tubes, each with quick-coupling and non-return valves in both nipple and coupling prevent chemical spills. This product comes with a hose wall-mount bracket. Zep StrongBox offers more rugged features than other foaming stations: Tamper-resistant meter tip placement, color-coded chemical pickup, ergonomic recessed valve, easy-to-clean injector, one hose with three functions, easy adaptation to different pressure ranges, three nonreturn valves built into the air line, non-return on the water line, and high-quality, long-lasting hose. Zep Inc. 877.428.9937 Atlanta, GA www.zep.com 3M™ Tecra™ Salmonella Visual Immunoassay (VIA) Test, a Recognized AOAC® Official Method of Analysis – Including Detection of peanut Butter 3 M announced that its 3M™ Tecra™ Salmonella VIA Test method has been validated with the scope of “In Foods” by the AOAC® International Official Methods of Analysis for over 15 years – which included the detection of Salmonella in peanut butter. Be sure to mention, “I read about it in Food Protection Trends”! 385 JUNE 2009 | FOOD PROTECTION TRENDS

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