VIT-Bier plus L. brevis

Fast and reliable detection of beer spoilage bacteria (# 01210006)

VIT-Bier is the most frequently used fast detection system in breweries worldwide. Its specificity and reliability combined with its simple handling and outstanding analysis have established VIT-Bier's leading role.
VIT-Bier plus L. brevis unequivocally detects all members of beer spoilage lactic acid including the most common Lactobacillus brevis bacteria in one sample.
In comparison with conventional methods VIT-Bier plus L. brevis allows time savings of four to five days It can be applied in all important stages of the brewing process: filtrate and non-filtrate area including yeast recycling.

An ideal complement to our VIT-Bier Megasphaera/Pectinatus.

The kit contains all essential expendable materials required for analysis. Only few minutes hands-on time. The results of the analysis are provided within 3 hours. Analysis is performed by using a fluorescence microscope.

Analysis can be performed with following samples:
  • Isolates (directly)
  • Liquid enrichment (directly)
  • Beer and beer based drinks (short pre-enrichment)
  • Environmental samples (short pre-enrichment)

  • Advantages

    • detection of all members of all beer-spoiling lactic acid and L. brevis bacteria in one single analysis from one single sample
    • detection of living bacteria exclusively
    • fast detection
    • highest specificity
    • detection is based upon our reliable VIT(R) gene probe technology
    Please read the instructions in the manual carefully. Consistence of samples may vary. Therefore we recommend an internal validation or contact our specialists if you need further information.
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