SurfACE™ Fabric Swabs
The SurfACE™ Fabric Swab from Romer Labs is a sterile environmental sampling cloth designed for microbiological monitoring in food production environments. The highly absorbent fabric allows efficient collection of microorganisms from large surface areas including equipment, floors, drains, and processing lines. Each swab is supplied in a sterile Twirl-Tie™ sampling bag for safe sample transport to microbiology laboratories.
SurfACE™ Fabric Swabs
Product Description
The SurfACE™ Fabric Swabs are sterile environmental surface sampling devices designed for microbiological monitoring in food production environments. These high-absorbency fabric swabs enable efficient sample collection from a wide range of surfaces as part of routine environmental monitoring and hygiene verification programs.
Environmental surface sampling is a critical component of modern food safety management systems. Regular monitoring helps food manufacturers detect microbial contamination risks early and maintain hygienic processing environments.
The absorbent fabric material allows technicians to efficiently sample large surface areas such as food processing equipment, conveyor belts, drains, walls, and floors. Each swab is supplied in a sterile Twirl-Tie™ sampling bag, enabling hygienic sample collection and secure transport to the laboratory.
Additionally, the integrated sampling bag allows diluent to be added directly after sampling, simplifying sample processing and reducing handling steps. This supports accurate microbiological testing and reliable detection of potential pathogens.
SurfACE™ Fabric Swabs are widely used in environmental monitoring programs to support sanitation verification, regulatory compliance, and food safety management systems.
Key Features
- Sterile fabric swab for environmental surface sampling
- High absorption capacity for efficient sample collection
- Suitable for sampling large surface areas
- Supplied in sterile Twirl-Tie™ sampling bags
- Supports environmental monitoring programs
- Designed for microbiological testing in food production facilities
Typical Applications
- Environmental monitoring in food processing plants
- Hygiene verification and sanitation validation
- Sampling of equipment, conveyor belts, drains, and floors
- Routine microbiological surface testing
- Detection of pathogens such as Salmonella and Listeria
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Product Type | Environmental surface sampling cloth |
| Sterility | Sterile |
| Sampling Format | Fabric swab |
| Packaging | Twirl-Tie™ sterile sampling bag |
Storage Conditions
Store sampling devices in a clean, dry environment away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity.
Recommended storage temperature:
1°C – 25°C
Shelf Life
When stored in original sealed packaging under recommended conditions, SurfACE™ Fabric Swabs have a shelf life of approximately 24 months from the manufacturing date.
Always confirm the expiration date printed on the product packaging.
Ordering Information
| Article Number | Size | Quantity | Buffer | Packaging |
| 10004589 | 55 oz, 1.62 L Bag | 200 | Maximum Recovery Diluent (Peptone Salt) | |
| 10006188 | 55 oz, 1.62 L Bag | 200 | Neutralizing Buffer | 1 fabric swab per bag |
| 10006534 | 200 | DRY |
Role in Environmental Monitoring Programs
Environmental surface monitoring helps food manufacturers detect microbial contamination risks before they impact finished products.
When combined with microbiological diagnostic systems from partners such as Romer Labs and Liofilchem, manufacturers can implement comprehensive environmental monitoring programs that support HACCP verification and regulatory compliance.
| Buffer: | Maximum Recovery Diluent (Peptone Salt), Neutralizing Buffer, DRY |
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