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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Luminultra introduces the Bugcount® analyzer ATP measurement platform, redefining the standard in microbial testing
The company’s flagship product combines 30 years of microbial expertise with trusted user feedback to produce a next-generation device built to streamline testing, accelerate decisions and strengthen control across critical systems.
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Diagnosing inefficient biological phosphorus removal
By leveraging Luminultra’s mail-in GeneCount services, a wastewater treatment plant was able to identify the underlying causes of poor biological phosphorus removal in one of their two bioreactors.
Biomass inventory management using 2nd Generation ATP®
The activated sludge process is used to concentrate the biomass which naturally degrades carbonaceous substances found in most industrial and municipal waste waters.
The undeniable link between biological growth & pipeline degradation
Much has been said about the immediate benefits of 2nd Generation ATP monitoring to reveal regrowth hotspots in water distribution system.
How do microorganisms impact oil & gas extraction?
People are often surprised to learn that water is a very important part of oil and gas extraction.
Sequencing your bioreactor – Who’s doing the work?
Advancements in metagenomics is allowing us to question old assumptions about wastewater treatment.
Enhanced biological phosphorus removal – Who’s doing the work?
Advancements in metagenomics is allowing us to question old assumptions about wastewater treatment.
Testing cruise ships for Legionella: Using qPCR to mitigate risk and protect passengers
Legionella is a genus of bacteria that is found widely in aquatic environments, particularly in constructed water systems with warm temperatures and stagnant sections.
Luminultra joins joint industry project Seriatim VI to advance microbial souring research in energy sector
We are proud to announce our participation in Seriatim VI, a globally recognized Joint Industry Project (JIP) led by Rawwater.
How using ATP to identify sludge bulking – What is the benefit?
Sludge bulking is a severe problem that can plague activated sludge wastewater treatment plants (WWTP).