Charm Instruments
Charm manufactures all key equipment for its ROSA lateral flow tests, Charm II receptor tests, ATP bioluminescence and chemi-luminescence tests. Manufacturing and designing its own hardware, firmware and software provides Charm with the flexibility to quickly adapt to customer needs, address new food safety requirements, and meet the changing regulatory environment.
Charm EZ System is a One Minute Antibiotic Testing Platform that has Transformed Milk Testing in One EZ Step!
 Milk testing for beta-lactams just got easier. The Charm EZ is the first combined incubator/analyzer that displays rapid results in one minute! The Charm EZ system reads the strip color and automatically adjusts the incubation time, temperature and channel to match. The Charm EZ is compatible for all ROSA (Rapid One Step Assay) tests.
The Charm EZ system is smart, simple to use, reliable and safe in one platform.
*Charm Beta-lactam/Tetracycline 2 Minute Combo Test is available for all species of milk (cow, goat and sheep)
Charm EZ AT A GLANCE
• Results display in one minute!
• Avoid security problems
• One minute and two minute testing for antibiotics allows the dairy industry
to reposition how milk is tested
• Automatically displays and holds results at the end of one minute
• Touchscreen display has a simple user interface
• Results are never lost, as SD card stores up to 100,000 test results
and internal memory backs up last 8,000 results
• Field upgradable accessory options to enable wired, wireless
or Bluetooth® networking capabilities for on the truck or in the plant
• Available in multiple languages
• Removable test plate for easy cleaning
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ADVANCED ENGINEERING IN ONE SMART PLATFORM!
The Charm EZ keeps tankers moving, saves drivers time, identifies operator error, avoids security problems, has a customizable digital signal output available for integration with value control system and requires minimal training.
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| Charm EZ combined incubator and analyzer system with EZ Export software. |
LF-ROSA-EZ |
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Charm II – Inctronic II Incubator
Charm II Inctronic II is a dual electronic incubator. Users can incubate up to 24 tests at once or run two different incubations of up to 12 tests each simultaneously. Non-volatile memory enables the unit to retain temperature and timer setup information indefinitely.
CHARM II – INCTRONIC II AT A GLANCE
• Dual electronic incubator
• Two 12 place incubators in one machine
• Programmable Time & Temperature
• Electronic display on each incubator
• Digital temperature sensor
• Thermostatic control: +/- 2oC
• NIST traceable
• Electrical fuse (4A for 110 volt; 2A for 220 volt)
• Thermal fuse (108oC)
• Fits 13 x 100 mm Charm II assay tubes
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Description
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Item Codes |
| Charm II - Inctronic II Incubator 110V |
INC-110-24 |
| Charm II - Inctronic II Incubator 220V |
INC-220-24 |
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Charm II 6600 System
The Charm II 6600 tests are capable of detecting antibiotics belonging to the same drug family at or below their defined regulatory levels (MRL, CODEX, etc.) in dairy products, water, and honey. The use of Charm II 6600 along with HPLC separation provides an excellent method for the detection and identification of individual antimicrobial drugs and their metabolites. Charm II’s versatility extends to additional diagnostic tests for aflatoxins, pesticides, alkaline phosphatase,
and ATP.
Charm II 6600 AT A GLANCE
• Multi-testing System: Antibiotics, Aflatoxins, Pesticides,
Alkaline Phosphatase, and ATP
• Multiple Matrices: Dairy, Water, Honey
• US, MRL & CODEX Level Screening Methods
• Broad Spectrum detection of multiple antibiotics
• Detection of drugs and their metabolites
• Beta-lactams, Tetracyclines, Sulfonamides, Amphenicols,
Macrolides/Lincosamides, Aminoglycosides, and Novobiocin
• Organophosphates & Methylcarbamates
• 10 to 15 minute assay times
• C2Soft Data Acquisition/Management Software
• Test Local and meet Global Regulations
REGULATORY LEVELS & TOLERANCES
 Charm II 6600 tests are capable of detecting antibiotics belonging to the same drug family at or below their defined regulatory levels (MRL, CODEX, etc.) in dairy products, water, and honey. Use of Charm II 6600 along with HPLC separation provides an excellent method for the detection and identification of individual antimicrobial drugs and their metabolites.
 Charm II Antibiotic Analysis of Dairy Products Brochure SL Levels
Charm II Antibiotic Analysis of Dairy Products MRL Brochure
Charm II System - Comprehensive Residue Analysis System for Honey
APIACTA 40 (2005) HPLC, Charm II and ELISA - Advantages and Disadvantages for the Analysis of Tetracyclines in Honey
APIACTA 38 (2003) Residues of Antibiotics and Sulphonamides in Honey on the Belgian Market
SURVEY OF ANTIBIOTICS RESIDUES IN HONEY ON THE SWISS MARKET
Charm II Brochure
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Description
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| Charm II 6600 System |
6600-SYSTEM |
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Charm II 7600 System
The Charm II 7600 System tests a wide range of residues in meat tissue, dairy, animal urine, farmed fish, farmed shrimp, eggs, feed, and honey products. The variety of tests along with system reliability has made Charm II the standard used by the food industry and regulatory agencies for domestic monitoring and international trade.
Charm II 7600 AT A GLANCE
• Multi-testing System: Antibiotics, Aflatoxins, Pesticides,
Alkaline Phosphatase, and ATP
• Multiple Matrices: Dairy, Meat Tissue, Urine, Egg, Shrimp,
Catfish, Salmon, Honey, Feed, etc.
• US, MRL & CODEX Level Screening Methods
• Broad Spectrum detection of multiple antibiotics
• Detection of drugs and their metabolites
• Multiple Antibiotic Families: Beta-lactams, Tetracyclines,
Sulfonamides, Amphenicols, Macrolides/Lincosamides,
Aminoglycosides, and Novobiocin
• Organophosphates & Methylcarbamates
• Rapid Extraction & 10 to 15 minute assay times
• C2Soft Data Acquisition/Management Software
Charm II Brochure
REGULATORY LEVELS & TOLERANCES
The Charm II 7600 tests are capable of detecting antibiotics belonging to the same drug family at or below their defined regulatory levels (MRL, FDA Tolerance, CODEX, etc.) in meat, poultry, aquaculture, egg and feed. Use of Charm II 7600 along with HPLC separation provides an excellent method for the detection and identification of individual antimicrobial drugs and their metabolites.
Charm II’s versatility extends to additional diagnostic tests including aflatoxins, pesticides, alkaline phosphatase, and even ATP for surface hygiene.
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Description
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| Charm II 7600 System |
7600-SYSTEM |
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CHEF Incubator
The Charm CHEF incubator is a 4 well dry block heater specifically made to run the CHEF heat verification test in cooked meat.
CHEF INCUBATOR AT A GLANCE
• For Charm Heat Efficiency Test
• Run 1 to 4 tests as time
• LCD Temperature Strip
• Dimensions: 2.5” diameter 3.8” height
• 12 V AC/DC Adapter
• Weight: 0.7 lbs (320g)
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Description
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Item Code |
| 35C 4-Place CHEF Incubator |
INC-CHEF |
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IncuRAC Incubator
The Charm IncuRAC Incubator is a 35° C incubator/rack designed for use with Charm ColiGel, PathoGel, and E*Colite Bag Tests. The racks hold the bags flat for even incubation.
INCURAC INCUBATOR AT A GLANCE
• 35° ± 0.5° C
• Run 1 to 2 tests at a time
• For use with ColiGel, PathoGel, and E*Colite Bag Tests
• 110 V, 50/60 hz and 220 V, 50/60 hz
• Dimensions: 11.5 cm x 5.2 cm x 15.3 cm
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Description
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| IncuRAC incubator |
INCURAC-COL-PTH |
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Dry Well 4 Place Incubator
Charm Dry Well 4 Place Incubator has been specifically made to run the Charm CowSide II antibiotic test in milk.
AT A GLANCE
• Run 1 to 4 tests at a time
• LCD temperature strip
• 12 VDC @ 2.5A (with AC/DC power supply)
• Dimensions: 2.5” diameter 3.8” height
• Weight: 0.7 lbs (320g)
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Description
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Item Code |
| Charm Dry Well 4-Place Incubator |
INC-COWSIDE |
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EPIC
Charm EPIC is a new generation microplate bioluminescence system that rapidly predicts spoilage in shelf-stable, UHT, and extended shelf-life (ESL) beverage products. Fusing speed and sensitivity, EPIC positively impacts the bottom line compared to conventional microbiological methods, enabling faster 36 hour product release from warehouse, reducing process line downtime, and providing more time for remediation.
EPIC AT A GLANCE
• Faster release of product
• 36 hour incubation for most products
• Patented Plate Mask: Eliminates interference between wells to
ensure correct readings)
• Short 30-minute testing time to results for a full 96-well plate
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novaLUM
The novaLUM is a palm-sized luminometer that supports a robust variety of HACCP-friendly Charm ATP-based tests designed to strengthen hygiene monitoring programs and QA processes. The instrument, tests and trending software help optimize SSOPs and meet the strictest audit requirements. Providing unrivaled speed, versatility and customization capabilities, the novaLUM sets a new standard in ATP hygiene testing.
novaLUM AT A GLANCE
• Advanced sensitivity based on photomultiplier technology
• Performs eight separate test functions
• Full numeric keypad
• One-step synchronization with novaLINK software
• High-speed data processor
• Ergonomic rugged design
• Random sampling feature
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ROSA Bar Reader
The Charm ROSA Bar is a Barcode Reader that interfaces with the ROSA Pearl-X Reader to ensure accurate identification and traceability of ROSA Milk test results. The ROSA Bar reads barcode labels placed on test strips or milk sample vials. The barcode information is stored in memory along with the test results, date, time and other key parameters. Results can be seamlessly integrated with the customer's Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The LIMS system can be programmed to provide security features such as preventing the same strip from being read more than once, and automatically shutting off milk valves and pumps when the Reader identifies a presumptive positive result. ROSA Bar also enables barcodes to be printed on test reports for additional documentation and traceability.
ROSA Bar Reader Brochure
ROSA BAR AT A GLANCE
• Provides added security and traceability
• Helps eliminate sample identification errors
• Integrates with LIMS and/or milk receiving software
• Enables barcode to be printed on test result printout
• Preprogrammed to read up to 10-digit barcodes
• Read pre-printed barcodes strips or user-applied barcode labels
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Description
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Item Code |
| ROSA Bar custom-made barcode scanner that interfaces with the ROSA Pearl-X Reader |
LF-ROSA-BAR |
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ROSA Incubators for Feed and Grain Tests
Unique to Charm, ROSA incubators assure all Charm mycotoxin test strips receive a fixed  incubation temperature no matter what the operating/ ambient temperature. As temperature and angle of flow influences the “flow” in lateral flow (immuno-chromatographic) strips, Charm ROSA incubators have a distinct advantage over non-incubating strips, as the flow is optimized with a fixed temperature and a level surface. This assures better line formation for visual interpretation and more accurate quantitation on the ROSA-M Reader.
AT A GLANCE
• Dual Incubator: Run 1 to 2 tests at a time
• Quad Incubator: Run 1 to 4 tests at a time
• 3 or 10 minute preset incubation times
• Self-timing with indicator lights and audio signal
• Countdown timer display on Quad Incubator
• Easy open/ close latch
• Level surface
• 110 V, 50/60 hz and 220 V, 50/60 hz
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Relevant Tests |
Item Codes |
| ROSA 3-Minute Dual Incubator @ 45oC |
AFPN Aflatoxin
FAST Aflatoxin
BEST Aflatoxin
DON PN |
LF-INC2-3-45 |
| ROSA 3 -Minute Quad Incubator @ 45oC |
AFPN Aflatoxin
FAST Aflatoxin
BEST Aflatoxin
DON PN |
LF-INC4-3-45D |
| ROSA 10- Minute Dual Incubator @ 45oC |
AFQ Aflatoxin
DON Quantitataive
Fumonisin
Ochratoxn
T2/HT2
Zearalenone |
LF-INC2-10-45 |
| ROSA 10-Minute Quad Incubator @ 45oC |
AFQ Aflatoxin
DON Quantitataive
Fumonisin
Ochratoxn
T2/HT2
Zearalenone |
LF-INC4-10-45D |
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ROSA Pearl-X Reader
The Charm ROSA-X Pearl is a flexible Reader for Charm’s ROSA antibiotic and aflatoxin milk tests. Portable and simple to operate, the ROSA Reader provides convenience, objective results, and the ability to store and export test data to a printer or personal computer.
ROSA PEARL-X READER AT A GLANCE
• Auto-advance of date and time
• Real-time display to printer or computer
• Optional auto-increment of sample ID
• Lot number entry
• Scroll data by date, operator, assay type
• Numeric 9 character sample ID with “-” option
• Removable optics cleaning slide
• Store 4,000 Data Results
• Auto tracks performance control data
• Built in test counter
ROSA Pearl–X Reader Brochure
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Description
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| ROSA Pearl-X Reader |
LF-ROSA-PEARL-X-NB |
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ROSA-M Reader
The Charm ROSA-M Reader is a hand-held instrument designed to electronically read and quantitate results from ROSA lateral flow test-strips for feed, grain and wine mycotoxin tests. The ROSA-M Reader objectively interprets, quantifies and records mycotoxin test strip results. Portable and simple to operate, the ROSA-M Reader provides convenience and the ability to store and export test data to a printer or personal computer.
ROSA-M READER AT A GLANCE
• Reads ROSA Mycotoxin tests for feed and grain
• Reads ROSA Ochratoxin for grapes, grape juice and wine
• Quantitative results (ppb and/or ppm)
• Real-time display to printer or computer
• Auto Tracking of performance control data
• Download data to spreadsheet
• Lot number entry
• Auto-advance of date and time
• Scroll data by date, operator, assay type
• Optional auto-increment of sample ID
• Numeric 9-character sample ID with “-” option
• Memory Capacity: 3,200 tests
• Weight: < 1.4 lb (0.64 kg)
ROSA M Reader brochure
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Description
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| ROSA-M Reader |
LF-ROSAREADER-M-NB |
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ROSA Incubators for Milk Tests
Unique to Charm, ROSA incubators assure all Charm antibiotic, flunixin and aflatoxin M1 strips receive a fixed incubation temperature no matter what the operating/ ambient temperature. As temperature and angle of flow influences the “flow” in lateral flow (immuno-chromatographic) strips), Charm ROSA incubators have a distinct advantage over non-incubating strips, as ROSA incubators ensure that the flow is optimized with a fixed temperature and a level surface. This assures better line formation for visual interpretation and more accurate quantitation on the ROSA Pearl-X Reader.
AT A GLANCE
• Dual Incubator: Run 1 to 2 tests at a time
• Quad Incubator: Run 1 to 4 tests at a time
• 2, 3, 8 or 15 minute preset incubation times
• Self-timing with indicator lights and audio signal
• Countdown timer display on Quad Incubator
• Easy open/ close latch
• Level surface
• 110 V, 50/60 hz and 220 V, 50/60 hz
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Description
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Kit Codes |
| 2 minute dual @ 56oC |
Β-lactam, B-lac/Tetra Combo |
LF-INC2-2-56D |
| 3 minute dual @ 56oC |
B-lactam, B-lac/Tetra Combo |
LF-INC2-3-56D |
| 8 minute dual @ 56oC |
B-lactam, B-lac/Tetra Combo, B-lac/Flunixin Combo Sulfa, Tetra, Enroflox, Streptomycin |
LF-INC2-8-56D |
| 2 minute quad @ 56oC |
B-lactam, B-lac/Tetra Combo |
LF-INC4-2-56D |
| 3 minute quad @ 56oC |
Β-lactam, B-lac/Tetra Combo |
LF-INC4-3-56D |
| 8 minute quad @ 56oC |
B-lactam, B-lac/Tetra Combo, B-lac/Flunixin Combo Sulfa, Tetra, Enroflox, Streptomycin |
LF-INC4-8-56D |
| 8 minute dual @ 40oC |
Chloramphenicol |
LF-INC2-8-40D |
| 8 minute quad @ 40oC |
Chloramphenicol |
LF-INC4-8-40D |
| 8 minute quad @ 45oC |
Aflatoxin M1 - SL |
LF-INC2-8-45D |
| 8 minute quad @ 45oC |
Aflatoxin M1 - SL |
LF-INC4-8-45D |
| 15 minute dual @ 40oC |
Aflatoxin M1 - MRL |
LF-INC2-8-40D |
| 15 minute quad @ 40oC |
Aflatoxin M1 - MRL |
LF-INC4-8-40D |
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