Explore our library of webinars, case studies and articles designed to help you solve microbial challenges with clarity and confidence. From practical how-tos to in-depth research, these resources give you the knowledge to make better decisions, faster.
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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Protect product quality from microbial threats
Water is a key ingredient in paints, coatings, metalworking fluids and electrodeposition systems, but it also introduces microbes that threaten product quality and shelf life. Luminultra helps manufacturers detect microbial growth early and adapt to stricter regulations with fast, field-ready testing and expert support.
01 Protect product quality
Problem
Contamination that compromises product quality
Microbial growth can cause odors, spoilage and separation in coatings, metalworking fluids and other formulated products. These issues often go unnoticed until they reach a tipping point, leading to full batch disposal, production delays and increased cost.
Solution
Detect microbial activity before it spreads
Luminultra’s ATP testing tools give teams early visibility into microbial risk, with clear, actionable results in minutes. Fast detection supports proactive decisions, reduces the cost of contamination and helps protect product performance from the start.
Where this matters
- Paints and coatings
- Metalworking fluids
- Automotive and electrodeposit coatings
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Can microbial-based metalworking fluids outperform traditional water-based fluids?
Microbial metalworking fluids can reduce friction, tool wear, and improve surface finish compared to water-based fluids.
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02 Keep lines running
Problem
Downtime disrupts the entire line
Microbial issues can force sudden shutdowns, bringing production to a halt and impacting everything in the process. From lost batches to delayed shipments, the ripple effects of unplanned downtime are costly and far-reaching.
Solution
Prevent downtime with proactive microbial control
Luminultra gives you the insight to act early. With real-time testing at critical control points, teams can detect microbial threats before they escalate. That means fewer shutdowns, more consistent output and stronger protection for your entire operation.
Where this matters
- Paints and coatings
- Metalworking fluids
- Automotive and electrodeposit coatings
03 Right-sized treatment
Problem
Chemical treatment without insight wastes time and money
Many teams manage microbes by adding more biocide than necessary, just to stay on the safe side. But without real data to guide those decisions, it’s easy to overdo it. That approach drives up costs, introduces compliance risk, and leaves you guessing instead of optimizing.
Solution
Optimize biocide dosing with real-time data
Luminultra’s testing tools help verify whether treatment worked. With fast results and trendable data, you can fine-tune dosing, reduce chemical use and improve performance without relying on guesswork.
Where this matters
- Paints and coatings
- Metalworking fluids
- Automotive and electrodeposit coatings
04 Rapid test results
Problem
Traditional culture tests are too slow
In fast-paced production environments, waiting three to seven days for microbial test results can delay decisions and allow small issues to grow into major disruptions. By the time results come back, the damage may already be done.
Solution
Get clear, quantifiable results in 5 minutes
Luminultra’s 2nd Generation ATP® test delivers immediate insight into microbial activity. It’s simple to use, works in the lab or on the floor, and helps teams take action in real time before issues escalate.
Where this matters
- Paints and coatings
- Metalworking fluids
- Automotive and electrodeposit coatings
05 End-to-end monitoring
Problem
Contamination happens before you know it
Microbes are invisible, but the damage they cause is not. Contamination can begin upstream in raw materials, water inputs, or mixing tanks, long before any visible signs appear. Without a reliable testing program that monitors your full system, it becomes difficult to trace the true source and stop the problem before it spreads.
Solution
Monitor the full process and trace the source
Luminultra gives you visibility across every stage of production. Our tools help detect microbial activity early, identify where it started, and support targeted corrective action to reduce risk and prevent recurrence.
Where this matters
- Paints and coatings
- Metalworking fluids
- Automotive and electrodeposit coatings
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