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A practical primer on using DNA-based microbial diagnostics in oil and gas operations
DNA-based microbial diagnostics, such as quantitative PCR (qPCR) and next-generation sequencing (NGS), are increasingly used as routine tools in oil and gas operations. When combined with ATP testing, these methods allow operators and service companies to better understand microbial risks and apply targeted mitigation strategies as part of everyday field and facility workflows. At their […]
Bugcount , Genecount , Labs ,
Efficiency loss and biofilm buildup , Stay ahead of MIC , Prevent biofilm build-up ,
A transformative year for Luminultra’s Food & Beverage team
Over the past year, Luminultra’s Food and Beverage team has experienced meaningful growth marked by innovation, expanded capabilities and strengthened partnerships. We’re proud of the progress made in supporting processors across North America as they advance food safety, hygiene verification and microbial monitoring programs. Here are some highlights from this period of strategic action and […]
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A more complete picture of cleanliness , Accredited food microbiology testing , Resolve spoilage challenges ,
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Airbus distributes In-Service-Information (ISI) bulletin to evaluate BugCount® Fuel
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For end users, BugCount® Fuel provides a simple, rapid, and highly accurate method for testing for microbial contamination (MBC) within aircraft fuel tanks.
CEO Pat Whalen named Water’s Next Business Leader of the year
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Luminultra CEO Pat Whalen named 2022 Business Leader of the Year by Water’s Next for leadership in water and COVID-19 testing.
Luminultra opens new US Headquarters, Center of Excellence in Baltimore
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Luminultra opens new US headquarters in Baltimore, uniting technology development and distribution to boost innovation and efficiency.
Luminultra launches BugCount® Guardian: A reliable solution for continuous, automated microbial monitoring
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BugCount® Guardian directly integrates into a customer’s industrial process, automatically drawing samples at user-determined intervals, performing the test, and returning results, all without any need for operator intervention.
Luminultra CEO recognized as a Canadian water industry innovator
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Luminultra CEO Pat Whalen won the 2016 Water’s Next Award for innovation in real-time water quality monitoring solutions.
Luminultra CEO Pat Whalen joins UNB’s new Fulcrum advisory board on industry innovation
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Luminultra CEO Pat Whalen joins UNB’s Fulcrum advisory board to support research, innovation, and regional economic growth.
Luminultra’s Pat Whalen among Top 50 CEOs
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Luminultra CEO Pat Whalen recognized as a Top 50 CEO in Atlantic Canada for leadership, company growth, and community impact.
Luminultra wins two Fredericton Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence awards
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Luminultra wins two Fredericton Business Excellence Awards for innovation, leadership, and community impact.
Luminultra will supply 500,000 COVID-19 tests per week to Canadian government
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Canadian biotechnology leader Luminultra today announced that it will provide 500,000 urgently needed COVID-19 tests per week to the Canadian federal government for use across Canada.
Luminultra participates in innovative wastewater surveillance pilot project at Toronto Pearson
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Luminultra has partnered with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority (GTAA) to implement a cutting-edge, on-site laboratory to perform wastewater surveillance testing at Pearson International Airport.
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Discover webinars, whitepapers and expert articles focused on microbial control.
A practical primer on using DNA-based microbial diagnostics in oil and gas operations
DNA-based microbial diagnostics, such as quantitative PCR (qPCR) and next-generation sequencing (NGS), are increasingly used as routine tools in oil and gas operations. When combined with ATP testing, these methods allow operators and service companies to better understand microbial risks and apply targeted mitigation strategies as part of everyday field and facility workflows. At their […]
Bugcount , Genecount , Labs ,
Efficiency loss and biofilm buildup , Stay ahead of MIC , Prevent biofilm build-up ,
A transformative year for Luminultra’s Food & Beverage team
Over the past year, Luminultra’s Food and Beverage team has experienced meaningful growth marked by innovation, expanded capabilities and strengthened partnerships. We’re proud of the progress made in supporting processors across North America as they advance food safety, hygiene verification and microbial monitoring programs. Here are some highlights from this period of strategic action and […]
Labs ,
A more complete picture of cleanliness , Accredited food microbiology testing , Resolve spoilage challenges ,
Upcoming webinar | Beyond compliance: smarter hygiene monitoring for safer food processing
How evidence-based hygiene monitoring and total adenylate testing helps processors reduce risk, stay audit-ready and lead with confidence Thursday, Jan. 29 2 p.m. ET Register now free of charge
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Total adenylate testing solution earns ISSA excellence award
The future of sanitation verification is A3. In December 2025, Kikkoman Biochemifa’s Lumitester SMART system and Lucipac A3 swab technology were recognized with the ISSA Excellence Award, one of the cleaning and hygiene industry’s most respected honors. This recognition is significant not only for Kikkoman, but for the entire food and beverage industry, and those […]
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ATP degradation in food processing: implications for cleaning verification and risk management
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vermicon expands portfolio through strategic partnership with Luminultra – enabling holistic microbiological monitoring
December 16, 2025. Hallbergmoos / Fredericton – vermicon AG is expanding its microbiological monitoring capabilities in the DACH region through a strategic partnership with Luminultra. By integrating Luminultra’s 2nd Generation ATP® Technology, the existing portfolio gains a rapid, quantitative method for determining total and viable microbial cell counts. Combined with the VIT® gene probe technology, […]
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Seeing what other tests can’t: How EPCOR used ATP monitoring to strengthen drinking water operations
For drinking water utilities, keeping biologically stable water all the way to the customer’s tap is a daily challenge. Even with strong treatment processes, changes in temperature, flow, or stagnation can trigger microbial regrowth inside the distribution system. Traditionally, operators have relied on heterotrophic plate counts (HPCs) and disinfectant residuals to flag issues, but these […]
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Webinar on-demand: Confidence over compliance – Raising the bar with total adenylate monitoring for advanced food safety
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