Discover our fact sheets on water analysis and water hygiene. Our expert information provides you with comprehensive knowledge about microbiological and chemical water testing, quality standards, and regulations.
Fact sheet on Clostridium perfringens in drinking water
Fact sheet on Clostridium perfringens in drinking water GeneralClostridium perfringens belongs to the genus Clostridia, which are spore-forming bacteria. The spore as a dormant form is very resistant to disinfectants…
Fact sheet on Pseudomonas aeruginosa in drinking water
Fact sheet on Pseudomonas aeruginosa in drinking water General informationPseudomonads belong to the family Pseudomonaceae. Of particular importance for drinking water hygiene is Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which is a…
Fact sheet on Legionella in drinking water
Fact sheet on Legionella in drinking water GeneralLegionella are bacteria of the genus Legionella. They are widespread in our environment, particularly as a natural occurrence in groundwater and surface waters.…
Fact sheet on colony counts at +22 °C and +36 °C in drinking water
Fact sheet on colony count at +22 °C and +36 °C in drinking water GeneralThe colony count at +22 °C and +36 °C is often also referred to as the "total viable count (TVC)". It provides information on the number of…
Fact sheet on intestinal enterococci in drinking water
Fact sheet on intestinal enterococci in drinking water GeneralIntestinal enterococci play an important role in water hygiene. This group of bacteria includes many representatives that are highly relevant as hygiene…
Fact sheet on Escherichia coli (E. coli) in drinking water
Fact sheet on Escherichia coli (E. coli) in drinking water General informationEscherichia coli (E. coli) belongs to the family Enterobacteriaceae and is a natural inhabitant of the intestines of humans and animals. Due…
Fact sheet on coliform bacteria in drinking water
Fact sheet on Coliform bacteria in drinking water GeneralColiform bacteria belong to the Enterobacteriaceae (enteric bacteria). They play an important role as an indicator parameter in drinking water testing. Coliform…