Real-Time Air Microbial Detector Rapid-C+

Unique bio-fluorescent particle counter merging innovation and legacy standards

Name: MBV AG
Address: Industriestrasse 9, Stäfa, CH, 8712
Telephone: +41 44 928 30 80

Rapid-C+, a unique real-time viable counter, sets the industry standard in environmental monitoring. It counts viable and total particles in real time and continuously samples them on standard agar plates for microbial identification. This way, production interruptions can be minimized, and production batches can be released more quickly in the event of a negative result for viable particles. Rapid-C+ is therefore perfect for aseptic production and especially suitable for gloveless isolators or intervention-free environments.

Thanks to its patented, state-of-the-art laser technology based on light scattering and fluorescence spectroscopy, Rapid-C+ provides the highest sensitivity and specificity for real-time microbial detection, including bacteria, mold, yeast and spores. Also known as an advanced biofluorescent particle counter (BFCP), Rapid-C+ offers a unique approach to environmental monitoring by combining innovative technology with a traditional active air sampling method.

Fully automatic method with hands-free operations in Grade A
Accurate control of air contamination with immediate response to excursions enables the retention of unaffected sub-batch
Continuous air monitoring of total particles and viable particles, combined with microbial identification on agar plate
Immediate timestamped alert on microbial detection
Optical analysis counts viable and total particles, capturing everything on to the active air sampler of Rapid-C+
Allows implementation of a contamination control strategy in compliance with EU GMP Annex 1 standards
Patented high-resolution laser technology with fluorescent spectroscopy, certified multi-jet impactor for active sampling on standard agar plates, and advanced optical classification to discard fluorescent interference

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Experience first-hand how easy the handling of Rapid-C+ is, combining the three different methods (total particle count, viable particle count and agar sampling). Our live demo includes a brief introduction to the Rapid-C+, its functions, features and benefits. We are also happy to provide you with general advice and support you with your daily microbial monitoring challenges.

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ALL-IN-ONE SOLUTION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

Rapid-C+ combines three methods

All monitoring is done on the same air flow:

Real-time total particle count (TPC)
Real-time viable particle count (VPC)
Continuous active air sampling enabling CFU counting and identification of potential contamination

Real-time Microbial Air Detector Rapid-C+

How BFPC works

Biofluorescent particle counters (BFPCs) take a sample of ambient air containing various suspended particles, including biological particles such as bacteria, mold spores and pollen, which are then fed into the sampling chamber. Depending on whether they are biological or inert particles, they trigger a pulse with the UV laser. Biological particles contain naturally fluorescent components and emit fluorescence when excited by the laser. Inert particles on th other hand scatter the laser light without emitting fluorescence.

Rapid-C+ detects viable particles and classifies them against other organics (interferent materials). Rapid-C+ uses UV excitation wavelength that covers absorption bands of most of microorganisms.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Dimensions: H 50cm, W 26.5cm, D 30cm
Air flow rate: 5 liters per minute (+- 5%)
Viable particle count (VPC) size range: 0.5µm to 100µm
Total particle count (TPC) channels: ≥ 0.5µm , ≥ 1µm and ≥ 5µm
Optical analysis: Every minute: VPC, TCP, volume of air, status of instrument, time stamp of measurement
C-Catch: Certified 85 holes aseptic multi-jet impactor for active air sampling
Continuous active air sampling: More than 4 hours sampling time, minute-level switch C-Catch for agar plate exchange
Zero count: ≤3 pro m³ (ISO 21501-4)
Environmental operating conditions: 5°C to 30°C, R/H: 20 to 80% non-condensing

SOFTWARE

User interface: PlairGrid Software
Communication: Ethernet/REST API Interface with systems and production facilities
Data storage: 24h, every minute
Status reporting: Status value for each main function (airflow, laser, software, environment)
Alarms: Customizable on level of viable particle counts, total particle count or status value

Accessories for Rapid-C+

C-Catch
C-Clean
C-Socket
Zero-count filter
Isokinetic probe
Power cord
Network cable

C-Catch

C-Catch, Rapid-C+'s aseptic air sampler, integrates seamlessly with any standard agar plate, facilitating the sampling of air analysed by the BFPC in real time. This compatibility, together with its aseptic containment, ensures precise and consistent results, allowing the collection of detected airborne microorganisms without cross contaminations.

FAQ - frequently asked questions

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Service and Support

Even the best product needs the best service to ensure that it functions perfectly and reliably at all times. As your partner in microbial air monitoring, our service team accompanies you throughout the entire product life cycle.

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Exclusive launch opportunity: Rapid-C+ at your site

We are currently in the launch phase for the Rapid-C+. During this period, you will have the opportunity to obtain comprehensive information, get an impression of the outstanding features and test the Rapid-C+ directly at your site. We offer you the unique possibility to rent the Rapid-C+ to get an initial understanding of the functions and result of the instrument.