MicroTally® CSD Cartridges are a critical component in continuous microbial surface sampling and are trusted by leading global food companies for their reliability and performance.

Each two-part CSD Cartridge is designed to securely enclose the MicroTally® Swab, allowing for uninterrupted sampling of pathogens and other targeted organisms.

Made from durable, food-grade plastic, the cartridge is engineered to maintain swab stability within the Continuous Sampling Device (CSD) system and fits precisely into the MicroTally® Baseplate to ensure consistent, accurate results.

Why Choose MicroTally?
MicroTally® swabs are purpose-built for meat and select produce sampling, offering reliable performance in regulated environments. Developed in collaboration with industry experts and manufactured to strict quality standards, they’re trusted by QA professionals for their accuracy, ease of use, and compatibility with pathogen detection protocols.

Key Features:

✅ Two-Part Secure Design: Holds the MicroTally® Swab firmly in place for continuous sampling.

✅ CSD Integration: Engineered as a core component of the Continuous Sampling Device system.

✅ Food-Grade Construction: Made from durable, non-reactive plastic safe for food contact surfaces.

✅ Baseplate Compatibility: Designed to lock seamlessly into the MicroTally® Baseplate for stability.

✅ Reliable Swab Positioning: Ensures consistent contact between the swab and the product surface.

✅ Reusable Structure: Built for multiple uses in validated sampling environments (as applicable).

✅ Hygienic and Efficient: Supports clean handling and efficient setup in food processing facilities

Suggested Uses for MicroTally® CSD Cartridges:

• Continuous Pathogen Monitoring: Enables real-time sampling for pathogens like Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli in food production lines.
• Beef Trim Sampling: Ideal for ongoing microbial surface testing of beef trimmings in high-volume meat processing environments.
• HACCP Program Support: Assists in compliance with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) protocols through consistent sampling.
• Environmental Monitoring: Suitable for detecting microbial contamination on equipment surfaces and conveyor belts.
• Automated or Semi-Automated Sampling Systems: Designed to work with continuous or integrated sampling equipment for large-scale operations.
• Indicator Organism Surveillance: Useful for routine detection of hygiene indicator organisms in processing plants.