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July 15, 2026
New service: Efficacy tests against Desulfovibrio for PT11 and PT12
We are expanding our services for efficacy testing according to ASTM E645 and ASTM E1839 to include a highly relevant test bacterium: Desulfovibrio. Cooling and process waters often provide ideal growth conditions for microorganisms. Accordingly, the ECHA Guidance on Efficacy requires comprehensive testing for various groups of organisms. Of particular relevance here is Desulfovibrio, a sulphate-reducing bacterium (SRB) and a major cause of microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC).  As an obligate anaerobic bacterium, Desulfovibrio poses a considerable challenge to the testing laboratory, as work must be performed under almost oxygen-free conditions. The technical implementation is significantly more challenging than with standard test organisms. We are therefore all the more excited to be able to offer these tests for both curative and preventive applications. We pay particular attention to the strict control protocols required for preventive applications to provide valid and reliable data. Do you have a specific enquiry or require advice on testing for PT11 or PT12? Please feel free to contact us – we will be happy to assist you on an individual basis. Get in touch HERE.
July 15, 2026
New service: Cost-effective efficacy screenings for laundry disinfection in the Rotawash system
We are expanding our range of testing services to include an innovative service: with immediate effect, we are offering efficacy screenings for laundry disinfection using a Rotawash system. This method enables manufacturers to perform a resource-efficient yet reliable evaluation of disinfection processes for textiles. The washing and disinfection process of a front-loading washing machine is simulated on a small scale under realistic conditions. The method is based on established principles, used in tests according to ASTM E2274 or EN 17658. In the Rotawash, tests are performed in stainless steel vessels under controlled temperature and mechanical action. As a first step to efficacy testing, the Rotawash offers decisive advantages for product and process development. Thanks to its high throughput, numerous formulations can be tested in parallel. The results are reliable and provide valuable insights into the expected efficacy in later tests according to EN 16616. As different concentrations, formulations, temperatures and liquor ratios can be tested simultaneously, our screening is an efficient tool for product development and helps ensure that deadlines in authorisation procedures are met. Would you like to shorten development times and reduce testing costs? We offer screening tests and EN 16616 tests as a package. Please feel free to contact us – We are happy to assist you! Get in touch HERE.
July 6, 2026
New ERP System to Go Live on 15 July 2026
In the course of the ongoing improvement of our internal processes, we will be implementing a new ERP system at Dr. Brill + Partner GmbH Institute for Hygiene and Microbiology in mid-July. By introducing this new system, we aim to further optimize our processes in the long term. For you as a customer, this means, in particular: Faster processing times and improved service quality in the long term Even higher data quality and improved traceability More efficient internal processes through greater system integration This new ERP system is already being used successfully in other divisions of DR. Brill INSTITUTES. We can therefore assure you that, once the transition is complete, we will be able to process your orders even more reliably and quickly. During the transition phase, there may be minor changes to the appearance of our documents - but all content, processes, and quality standards will, of course, remain unchanged. If you have any questions or comments regarding the transition, we are always happy to assist you - see CONTACT. We look forward to further strengthening our partnership with our valued customers through this system transition.

Efficacy tests Disinfectants according to DIN EN 14885 | Preservation load tests according to Pharm. Eur. 5.1. 3 USP, ISO 11930 | Efficacy tests antifouling products according to ASTM D3623-78a and ASTM D6990-20 | In vitro toxicity tests according to ISO 10993-5, ISO 10993-23 | Validation reprocessing medical devices according to ISO 17664-1 and -2 | Efficacy tests antimicrobial and antiviral surfaces and treated articles according to ISO 22196, ISO 21702, ISO 20743 and ISO 18846 | Efficacy tests biofilm removal according to ASTM E2532 (CDC Reactor), ASTM 2799-12 (MBEC), ISO 85583-5 (flexible endoscopes) and according to Stürmer et al. (wound) | Tests on the resistance of car air conditioning systems to biofilms | Material tests on biogenic sulfuric acid corrosion | Investigations on microbially influenced metal corrosion | Implementation of research projects | Efficacy tests of household hygiene products according to EN 17658 | Preparation of registration documents for biocidal products