In a world where food safety, quality control, and operational efficiency are more important than ever, laboratories and food processors need tools that deliver speed, accuracy, and simplicity. That’s exactly what the 3M™ Petrifilm™ Aerobic Count Plates offer — a modern, sample-ready alternative to traditional agar plating that delivers aerobic count results in as little as 48 hours.
Ready-to-Use Plates That Save Time and Labor
Each 3M Petrifilm Aerobic Count Plate is a self-contained, sample-ready solution that eliminates the time-consuming and inconsistent step of preparing media or agar dishes. Simply inoculate the plate, incubate, and count — it’s that easy.
A recent survey of 274 facilities that transitioned from traditional agar methods to 3M Petrifilm Plates reported:
- 45% average labor savings
- 80% increase in technician efficiency
These improvements not only reduce overhead but also allow for faster turnaround and more streamlined workflows.
Key Features & Benefits
- Fast Results: Delivers accurate aerobic count results in as soon as 48 hours.
- Built-In Grid: Facilitates easy, consistent colony counting across technicians and labs.
- Red Indicator Dye: Colors colonies red, making them stand out clearly from food particles for more accurate counts.
- No Agar Prep Required: Eliminates media preparation, reducing setup time and variability.
- Flexible Sampling: Suitable for air, swab, or direct surface contact sampling methods.
- Compact Format: Saves valuable incubator space due to its slim, stackable design.
- Versatile Enumeration: Supports aerobic and anaerobic enumeration of lactic acid bacteria in both food and environmental samples.
Simple Three-Step Process
- Inoculate – Lift the top film and apply the sample.
- Incubate – Stack and store in your incubator with minimal space requirements.
- Interpret – Count red colonies using the built-in grid for quick, precise results.
For even greater consistency and speed, the plates are compatible with the 3M™ Petrifilm™ Plate Reader, which can automatically read and record results in as little as 4 seconds per plate.
Proven Performance with Global Recognition
Backed by over 200 global certifications, validations, and peer-reviewed studies, the 3M Petrifilm Plate line has become the industry standard for microbial indicator testing. Trusted for over 30 years by food processors, contract labs, and regulatory agencies worldwide, 3M Petrifilm Plates offer unmatched performance in a simplified format.
Whether you’re testing meat, dairy, produce, or environmental surfaces, the 3M Petrifilm Aerobic Count Plate is a proven solution for improving testing reliability and operational efficiency.
Product Details
- Catalog: AB 1000/Case (500mL capacity)
- Results: Aerobic counts in 48 hours
- Usage: Food and environmental samples, air, swab, or contact
- Compatibility: Use manually or with the 3M Petrifilm Plate Reader
Conclusion
For laboratories seeking to modernize microbial testing, reduce preparation time, and increase accuracy, the 3M™ Petrifilm™ Aerobic Count Plate offers a compelling solution. With global recognition and decades of trusted performance, it’s no wonder leading labs are making the switch to Petrifilm.
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