The Ochra-V AQUA eliminates the use of organic solvents while also
significantly reducing testing time
MILFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr. 19, 2017--
Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) announced VICAM®,
a Waters®Business, now offers a rapid, eco-friendly lateral flow strip test
specifically for the detection of ochratoxin A in green coffee and
wheat. Compared to traditional methods, the Ochra-V®
AQUA™ reduces ochratoxin A testing time by half and eliminates the
use of organic solvents completely.
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Traditional laboratory-based methods of ochratoxin A monitoring can take
a substantial amount of time and resources to complete. The Ochra-V AQUA
enables on-site monitoring that provides precise quantitative results
minutes after sample extraction. This allows producers and processors
the ability to quickly select safe, high quality raw materials for
milling (wheat) and roasting (coffee).
“VICAM is committed to developing products that deliver significant
efficiencies to our customers while also being eco-friendly,” said
Marjorie Radlo-Zandi, Managing Director, VICAM. “With Ochra-V AQUA, we
are able to test for all global regulatory levels required for
ochratoxin within minutes.”
The Ochra-V AQUA is the latest in a series of solvent-free
testing solutions from VICAM that can be used with the Vertu®
lateral flow strip test reader. The Afla-V®
AQUA™ (aflatoxins), Fumo-V®
AQUA™ (fumonisin) and DON-V®
(vomitoxin) are also available.
About Ochratoxin
Ochratoxin is a mycotoxin produced by the fungus Aspergillus ochraceous
and also by several species of Penicillium fungi. Ochratoxin has been
known to cause kidney damage and decreased egg production in chickens.
It is an immunosuppressant and is considered a potential carcinogen.
About Waters Corporation (www.waters.com)
Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) develops and manufactures advanced
analytical science technologies for laboratory-dependent organizations.
For more than 50 years, the Company has pioneered a connected portfolio
of separations science, laboratory information management, mass
spectrometry and thermal analysis systems.
About VICAM, A Waters Business (www.vicam.com)
VICAM is a world-leading provider of mycotoxin testing solutions. Since
1985, VICAM has been dedicated to developing USDA- and AOAC-approved
rapid tests for mycotoxins. VICAM’s mycotoxin test kits offer a choice
of rapid qualitative screening and quantitative test methods for a wide
variety of mycotoxins. Around the world, VICAM products are used with
confidence by customers who trust our commitment to extending the value
of those products with unmatched service and support. We guarantee
satisfaction with expert technical assistance and top-of-the-line
customer care through a global scientific and distribution network that
develops, markets, sells, and services our products in more than 100
countries. For more information, please visit www.vicam.com
or call +1.508.482.4935.
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Waters Corporation
Chris Orlando, 508-482-2623
Public
Relations Manager
Chris_Orlando@waters.com