Canadian microbiology specialist LuminUltra Technologies unveils the patented GeneCount.
It is a new suite of DNA-based monitoring tools for water treatment systems.
LuminUltra intends to integrate the DNA technology with its ATP-based monitoring tools.
It includes its ballast water test kit B-QUA and the QGO-M kit used to monitor oily brines, fuel and water in oil and gas production.
According to a news report published in Tanker Operator, DNA-based monitoring is made available for water treatment systems.
ATP based test kits
Users of LuminUltra’s Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP)-based test kits are able to rapidly verify the effectiveness and compliance of their water treatment systems by monitoring total microbiological content, saving significant time and money, the company claimed.
LuminUltra Technologies’ President & CEO, Pat Whalen, explained: “Our 2nd Generation Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) technology is now widely considered the most effective way of rapidly monitoring water microbiological content. Now, with GeneCount, we show exactly the type of microbes present. This is particularly beneficial to the oil and gas and maritime sectors.”
Prevention of biofouling
Taking the prevention of biofouling in cooling water and processing systems as an example, hypochlorite dosage rates could be increased or decreased according to the presence and quantities of specific microbes of concern.
Reduced operating costs
This offers the potential to reducing operational costs by optimising the amount of chemicals used, extending asset life through reducing corrosion impacts, and reducing the risk of health and environment risks.
Research on transfer of Aquatic species
Another area in which GeneCount could be used is in the ongoing research into the transfer of aquatic species by ships through ballast water, claimed Carine Magdo, Business Development Manager, Ballast Water Monitoring Solutions, LuminUltra.
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Source:Tanker Operator
