BactoScan™ 5
Next Generation Analyzer Built for Bacteria Testing
BactoScan™ 5 is an advanced flow cytometry-based analyzer designed for rapid and accurate determination of Individual Bacteria Count (IBC) in raw milk. Built on over 40 years of FOSS innovation and trusted globally with more than 1000 installations worldwide, BactoScan™ 5 helps dairies and milk laboratories improve food safety, milk quality, and operational productivity like never before.
Why It Leads
the Market
Eight reasons why dairy labs and farms worldwide choose BacSomatic™
Rapid Bacteria Analysis
Delivers accurate bacteria results in just 9 minutes.
High Throughput
Flexible testing capacity from 65 to 200 samples/hour for busy laboratories.
Superior Accuracy
Advanced flow cytometry counts individual bacteria with exceptional precision and repeatability.
Reduced Operator Workload
Automated enzyme dosing and simplified reagent handling reduce human error and minimize time spent on reagent preparation, maintenance, and cleaning.
Operate Responsibly
Reduced reagent usage and improved hardware help minimize operational and maintenance costs.
Industry Trusted
Approved by ISO/IDF, AOAC, FDA/NCIMS, and MicroVal standards.
Smart Digital Connectivity
FOSS IQX™ and SmartCare™ solutions ensure high uptime, traceability, and remote diagnostics.
OUR TECHNOLOGY
The FAB Advantage
Designed for modern dairy laboratories, this platform combines speed, accuracy, connectivity and advanced milk analysis to improve productivity, quality control and herd health decisions.
01
Flow Cytometry Technology
Counts individual bacteria precisely
Feature
Flow Cytometry Technology
Advantage
Counts individual bacteria precisely
Benefit
Accurate milk hygiene assessment
Faster turnaround time
02
9-Minute Rapid Results
Feature
9-Minute Rapid Results
Advantage
Faster turnaround time
Benefit
Immediate quality decisions
65–200 samples/hour
03
Flexible Throughput Capacity
Feature
Flexible Throughput Capacity
Advantage
65–200 samples/hour
Benefit
High laboratory productivity
Minimizes manual reagent preparation
04
Automated Enzyme Dosing
Feature
Automated Enzyme Dosing
Advantage
Minimizes manual reagent preparation
Benefit
Reduced operator workload
Fewer preparation steps and reduced chemical handling
05
Simplified Reagent System
Feature
Simplified Reagent System
Advantage
Fewer preparation steps and reduced chemical handling
Benefit
Improved operator safety
Less waste and lower usage
06
Reduced Reagent Consumption
Feature
Reduced Reagent Consumption
Advantage
Less waste and lower usage
Benefit
Lower cost of ownership
07
Automatic Cleaning Program
Prevents carry-over contamination
Feature
Automatic Cleaning Program
Advantage
Prevents carry-over contamination
Benefit
Reliable and consistent results
Real-time instrument management
08
FOSS IQX™ Connectivity
Feature
FOSS IQX™ Connectivity
Advantage
Real-time instrument management
Benefit
Better traceability and compliance
Remote service and preventive maintenance
09
SmartCare™ Service Support
Feature
SmartCare™ Service Support
Advantage
Remote service and preventive maintenance
Benefit
Improved operational continuity
ISO/IDF, AOAC, FDA/NCIMS, and MicroVal compliant
10
Global Regulatory Approvals
Feature
Global Regulatory Approvals
Advantage
ISO/IDF, AOAC, FDA/NCIMS, and MicroVal compliant
Benefit
International credibility
What It Measures
ProcesScan™ 2 continuously monitors:
- Fat
- Protein
- Lactose
- Total Solids (TS)
- Solids Non Fat (SNF)
Ideal for:
- Cheese milk standardization
- Milk powder production
- Consumer milk processing
- Condensed milk production
- WPC/MPC applications
- Whey and high-fat dairy products
The FAB
Advantage
Feature → Advantage → Benefit
| FEATURE | ADVANTAGE | BENEFIT |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated FTIR + Flow Cytometry | Dual technology in one platform | Comprehensive milk composition and herd health analysis |
| 18 Parameters in 6 Seconds | Rapid multi-parameter testing | Faster decision-making in dairy farm management |
| Up to 600 Samples/Hour | Extremely high throughput | Increased laboratory productivity |
| Ketosis Screening Capability | Early herd health monitoring | Improved dairy herd management |
| Untargeted Adulteration Screening | Detects abnormal milk patterns | Enhanced milk safety |
| Diamond Cuvette Technology | Long-lasting durable flow system | Maximum uptime and reliability |
| Advanced Fatty Acid Profiling | Detailed milk composition insights | Better nutritional and quality evaluation |
| FOSS IQX™ Connectivity | Remote monitoring & data backup | Improved traceability and control |
| Automatic Instrument Management | Upgrades without stopping operations | Reduced downtime |
| SCC & Payment Testing Integration | One-platform workflow | Simplified laboratory operations |
| High Accuracy & Repeatability | Reliable and stable analytical performance | Trusted quality and payment results |
| Global Regulatory Approvals | ISO/IDF, FDA/NCIMS & MicroVal compliant | International confidence and compliance |
The Promise
BactoScan™ 5 is more than a bacteria analyzer — it is a complete productivity and food safety solution for modern dairy laboratories. By combining rapid bacteria testing, intelligent automation, and sustainable operations, it empowers dairies to improve milk quality, optimize workflows, and reduce operational costs. Ensure safer milk, faster decisions, and smarter laboratory performance with the trusted global leader in raw milk bacteria analysis.
BactoScan™ 5
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