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DAIRY Michelson Laboratories’ Dairy Department is involved in
every step of dairy product testing from raw milk to the finished
product. Each dairy product is carefully tested by our
state-licensed and federally-certified technicians.
We conduct daily analyses on raw milk for Percent Components using
infrared technology. This instrument is calibrated according to
State of California guidelines utilizing samples we receive from the
State of California on a weekly basis. These samples are run for
Butterfat, Protein, Lactose, and Solids Nonfat each morning to
ensure proper instrument calibration. In addition, check samples are
run every 20 samples to maintain accuracy of results. Once
completed, our results are downloaded electronically for customer
use on a daily basis.
Somatic Cell Count (SCC) tests are performed on raw milk using the
Bentley Somacount 150. This state-of-the-art somatic cell
counting instrument uses positive pressure, gear pumps and syringe
pumps to manage fluid flow. With its laser based system and computer
control technology, this instrument can perform 150 tests per hour.
The Bentley is calibrated each morning to a set of state
standards and is checked every 30 minutes to ensure accuracy.
A wide range of finished products from the dairy industry are also
analyzed by our dairy lab on a routine basis. We frequently test
these products for Butterfat by the Mojonnier method and Total
Solids by Forced Air and Vacuum methodologies.
Our Microbiology Lab offers a full range of analyses to service the
dairy industry on a daily basis. These include Standard Plate Count,
Coliform Count, Laboratory Pasteurization Count, Pathogen Detection
and Bacterial Identification. Antibiotic residue screening is also
performed on raw milk utilizing Charm Science technology.
Our experienced staff and broad range of testing capability that
utilizes some of the most sophisticated instrumentation available
allows Michelson Laboratories’ Dairy Department to meet our clients’
varied needs and critical deadlines on a consistent basis. |
