Bio UVision
In the Food & Beverage industry, food safety relies on more than surface appearances. Traditional hygiene monitoring methods, such as ATP testing, have limitations when it comes to detecting biofilms. Swab-based testing typically targets only visible or assumed food-contact surfaces, leaving hidden touchpoints—like the undersides of tables, counters, and prep areas—uninspected. These overlooked areas can accumulate smears and microbial residues, forming biofilms that facilitate cross-contamination and the spread of pathogens.
Learn moreBio UVision: Enhancing Visibility, Strengthening Control
Bio UVision is a handheld, multi-wavelength UV lamp that reveals microbial contamination and biofilms in real time, even on surfaces that appear clean. Unlike ATP testing, which only measures organic residue, Bio UVision identifies actual contamination without swabs, dyes, or lab delays.
Why Bio UVision Matters
Food and beverage facilities operate under strict hygiene regulations. Bio UVision transforms hygiene monitoring from reactive testing to proactive control, ensuring hidden contamination is identified and addressed before it becomes a hazard. Unlike traditional ATP testing or visual inspections alone, Bio UVision delivers visible, actionable insight, protecting products, staff, and brand reputation.
Bio UVision is not just a hygiene tool, it is a critical ally in HACCP compliance and proactive food safety management.
Key Features
- Real-Time Visualisation – Biofilms and microbial residues fluoresce immediately, allowing staff to identify contamination hotspots instantly.
- Versatility in Lighting Conditions – High and medium beam modes enable effective inspection in bright production areas and dimly lit under-counter spaces.
- Reference Card for Accuracy – Guides operators to maintain optimal distance for reliable detection, ensuring consistent inspections.
- Extended Runtime – Six hours of continuous operation allows uninterrupted checks across large processing areas.
- Durable, Practical Design – Lightweight, USB-rechargeable, and IP65-rated for demanding food-processing environments.
Application in Food & Beverage Operations
In real-world operations, staff touch surfaces below eye level, such as under tables or workstations. Bio UVision makes these hidden contamination hotspots visible, enabling operators to:
- Target cleaning precisely where it is needed.
- Verify effectiveness in real time, reducing reliance on delayed lab results.
- Minimize the risk of cross-contamination across food-contact surfaces.
By integrating Bio UVision into daily sanitation routines, facilities strengthen HACCP programs, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain high standards of food safety.
Supporting HACCP and Food Safety Programs
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) require rigorous monitoring and verification of food-contact surfaces to prevent contamination. Bio UVision supports HACCP by:
- Identifying Critical Control Points – Quickly revealing hidden biofilms on surfaces that are frequently handled but often overlooked.
- Validating Sanitation Protocols – Ensuring cleaning and sanitation procedures are effective in both visible and hidden areas.
- Documenting Compliance – Visible detection can be used as a verification step in HACCP audits, providing evidence that critical control points are monitored and maintained.
- Preventing Cross-Contamination – By detecting biofilms and residues on surfaces before they affect production, Bio UVision reduces the risk of contamination spreading throughout the facility.
