Overview

Pathogen testing is an important part of any Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) program.  Balancing accurate results with rapid turn around time is ideal for a testing platform.  The iQ-Check range of real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) pathogen detection kits (Bio-Rad’s trademark test kits) will be presented in this webinar, with a focus on Listeria, Salmonella and Cronobacter (formerly Enterobacter sakazakii).

This webinar will address:

• How iQ-Check will allow for quicker release of product by cutting enrichment time down to 24 hours for all tests, including Listeria.
• The technology behind the real-time PCR kits and how increased sensitivity and specificity will provide you with accurate results and decreased the need for further testing.
• How the iQ-Check platform was implemented in a contract laboratory focused on dairy testing and how this lab was able to increase productivity while providing superior results to their customers.

Please join us for this webinar to learn how implementing real-time PCR detection of pathogens into your HACCP plan could benefit your operation.

Presenters

• Michael Clark, laboratory director, Chestnut Labs; and
• Wendy Lauer, senior product manager, Food Science Division, Bio-Rad Laboratories.

Sponsored by:

 

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Agenda

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST

 

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Registration Tips

1. When is the Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar being held?
The webinar will be held Wednesday, October 12, 2011 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

2. What is a sponsored IDFA Webinar?
The sponsored IDFA Webinar is a short seminar conducted via conference call and online presentation. You'll listen to the presenter via the call, while viewing the slides online. Our presenters will be able to highlight important points and answer questions via the Internet.

The seminar is delivered over the telephone for reliable and clear sound quality. PowerPoint presentations will be accessed online during the seminar. All slides from the presentations can be easily downloaded for future reference. The question-and-answer session provides an opportunity for you to ask questions as well as hear questions relating to issues that you may be currently facing or facing in the future.

3. Why is the Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar of more value than others being offered?
During this webinar, two experts will share their knowledge and experience on how implementing real-time PCR detection of pathogens into your HACCP plan could benefit your operation.

4. Who participates in the Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar?
This webinar will benefit plant executives, operations managers, cleaning and sanitizing personnel, quality assurance and maintenance professionals and plant engineers.

5. What is the schedule for the Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar?
The agenda with program and activities schedule is available online. Please note that the program schedule is subject to change.

6. What if I have technical difficulties trying to log on to the webinar or during the webinar?
If you are having technical difficulties the day of the webinar, send an email to idfa@commpartners.com for immediate assistance.

7. How do I register for the Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar?
The fastest and easiest way to register is online.

You may also email your registration to registrar@idfa.org, fax it to 202-331-7820 or mail it to: IDFA Registrar, 1250H St, NW, Suite 900, Washington, D.C. 20005.

8. What is the registration fee?
The Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar is complimentary for both members and non members. If you have questions about membership, send an email to membership@idfa.org.

9. Will I receive a confirmation of my registration?
Yes, you will receive a confirmation for your registration via email or fax. It will contain detailed information about the Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar.

10. My question is not here! Who should I contact?
If you have any further questions about the Microbiological Testing Innovations for Dairy Plants Webinar, please contact Patrick Crosson, Meetings and Educational Services Assistant/Registrar at 202-220-3524 or pcrosson@idfa.org

 

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How to Register

Online registration for this event is now closed.  To register or obtain log-in information, you may contact Patrick Crosson, IDFA meetings registrar, at 202-220-3524 or registrar@idfa.org.