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About Our Microbiology Laboratory

Microbiological Laboratory and Testing for Industry and Retailers

Situ Biosciences LLC is an independent microbiology laboratory providing microbial product testing, consultancy, product formulation and development guidance on microbial product development and biodegradation testing.

Today's antimicrobial product needs extend beyond basic product testing.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide innovative microbial testing and formulation development, for suppliers, manufacturers, and retailers of material and products with microbial properties.

Our Expertise

Over thirty years of experience in microbiology and antimicrobial new molecule discovery, formulation development, regulatory oversight, and laboratory testing.

Our expertise encompass biochemical, manufacturing and formulation of over 130 antimicrobial additives used in industrial and consumer product applications.  We offer a full range of product testing performed at our microbiological test facility for antibacterial, antifungal and antialgal chemistries and formulations.

Our Laboratory

A modern microbiology and analytical laboratory with over 1200 sq feet of space located near Chicago, IL. We support testing for nearly all microorganisms and specialize in the testing of antimicrobials for bacteria, fungi and algae.

Senior Staff

Dr. Don Satchell - Manager and Technology Director
Has worked in the field of formulation development and microbial chemistries for over 19 years.

• Post graduate research biochemist at the University of California in discovery of organic molecules and antimicrobials.

• Sr. Research Biochemist for The Dow Chemical company, leading discovery of new antimicrobial molecules and developing new high-throughput methods in formulation development and testing for global industrial markets.

• International Technology Director for Microban Products Company, a consumer products antimicrobial supplier. Leading liquid formulation development for a range of global consumer products and applications.

• Over 40 publications, presentations and lectures for antimicrobials for a range of industry applications including, disinfectants, coatings, textiles, metal working fluids, thermoset resins and thermoplastics, and personal care products.

• ASTM Committee participation for antimicrobial performance methods for bacteria, fungi and algae and biodegradation and composting of plastics, papers and biodegradable materials.

• Expert in formulation, development and microbiological testing for testing of plastics, polymers, coatings, papers, textiles, disinfectants and intermediates for ASTM, AATCC, ISO, JIS, AOAC, TAPPI, NSF and MIL STD microbiological test methods.

 

 

Microbial Testing and Control Solutions

Mold and mildew are a class of microorganism commonly known as fungi.

Frequently seen in damp, warm and dark spaces with growth on nearly any untreated  surface.

Mold commonly cause malodors, slime or film, and staining.

There are many aspects to any given microbial issue.

 Antimicrobials and biocides help to prevent and fix  problem microorganisms, but the foundation of the product, application, or process must be sound.

 

Fungal biofilms on exposed masonry.  Due to seepage from a ground reservoir.

Mycelium of Penicillium sp. fungi.

A contaminated environment will have numerous types of fungi present.  The environment and material type will determine if a product is  susceptible to a given fungi.

To fully remediate, address the environmental issues first and then the moisture and fungal growth to fix a contamination issue.