BactoCount IBCm 3.0
The fastest bacteria counter worldwide for accurate real-time hygienic quality control of raw milk
Technical Specifications*
| Raw milk type | Cow, sheep, goat, … | ||
| Carryover | ≤ 1% (typically ≤ 0.5%) | ||
| TOTAL FLORA | ISO 16140-2:2016 compliant (According to ISO 16297; ISO 21187 and EURL MMP criteria) Working range: 2 – 10,000 kIBC/mL Measuring range: 5 – 100,000 kIBC/mL |
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| Repeatability | Range (kIBC/mL) 10-20 > 20 |
Standard deviation of repeatability (Sr) ≤ 0,06 log ≤ 0,05 log |
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| Accuracy | Sy, x ≤ 0,3 log (versus ISO 4833) | ||
| SOMATIC CELLS | ISO 16140-2:2016 compliant (According to ISO 8196-3; ISO 13366-2 and EURL MMP criteria) 0 – 10,000 thousand cells (kSCC)/mL |
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| Accuracy | ≤ 10% | ||
| Repeatability | Range (kSCC/mL) 50 – 300 300 – 500 > 500 |
Relative std. dev. repeatability (Cv) ≤ 5% ≤ 3% < 2% |
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| ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |||
| Work factor (undiluted) | 100 | ||
| Speed | Results in 2 minutes up to 50 analysis/hour |
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| Voltage | 115/220 V | 50/60 Hz | ||
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 68. 6 x 43.2 x 55.9 cm | ||
| Weight | 50.4 kg | ||
| Connected to the local database and accessible remotely | |||
*Specifications subject to change without notice.
The ultimate milk bacteria counter for hygienic quality testing
The BactoCount IBCm 3.0 is the fastest bacteria counter for highly accurate determination of raw milk hygienic quality at dairy plants reception in real time. Equipped with a revolutionary cytometer, it allows reliable analysis of the total bacteria and somatic cells in raw milk, in 2 minutes, releasing your milk lots faster.
Offering multiplexed applications thanks to its unique dedicated platform, this third generation of bacteria counter can run two applications simultaneously on a given sample.

Perform hygienic quality control of raw milk in just 2 minutes with our milk bacteria counter. Improve finished dairy product quality and minimize contamination risks.
A milk bacteria counter designed for both milk reception and laboratory use
The BactoCount IBCm 3.0 milk bacteria counter stands out for its ease of use and versatility, making it the ideal solution for rapid and reliable raw milk hygienic quality testing.
Ease of Use
- No complex sample preparation required – simply place the raw milk sample under the pipette and start the analysis.
- Integrated reagent monitoring system with easy bottle replacement using ready-to-use reagents.
- Fully translated software interface in the user’s language for better understanding.
- Comprehensive monitoring alerts operators of any system errors or suspicious results.
- Automatic cleaning between each analysis and programmable end-of-day cleaning for maximum time savings.
- Customizable software interface and alerts for IBC/SCC counts adapted to laboratory needs.
- LED light guidance system to indicate instrument status in real time.
- Built-in quick assistance tools to support startup procedures or troubleshooting.
Versatility
- Modular system that can be upgraded with an autosampler to reach up to 50 analyses per hour.
- Compatible with sample identification systems (barcode reader or RFID) to ensure complete traceability. All sample data is stored and displayed in customizable reports.
- Two analysis modes to fit different needs:
- Fast mode (2 minutes) – for quick individual analyses.
- Sequential mode (10 minutes) – designed for automated batch testing of multiple samples.
Technical Specifications*
| Raw milk type | Cow, sheep, goat, … | ||
| Carryover | ≤ 1% (typically ≤ 0.5%) | ||
| TOTAL FLORA | ISO 16140-2:2016 compliant (According to ISO 16297; ISO 21187 and EURL MMP criteria) Working range: 2 – 10,000 kIBC/mL Measuring range: 5 – 100,000 kIBC/mL |
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| Repeatability | Range (kIBC/mL) 10-20 > 20 |
Standard deviation of repeatability (Sr) ≤ 0,06 log ≤ 0,05 log |
|
| Accuracy | Sy, x ≤ 0,3 log (versus ISO 4833) | ||
| SOMATIC CELLS | ISO 16140-2:2016 compliant (According to ISO 8196-3; ISO 13366-2 and EURL MMP criteria) 0 – 10,000 thousand cells (kSCC)/mL |
||
| Accuracy | ≤ 10% | ||
| Repeatability | Range (kSCC/mL) 50 – 300 300 – 500 > 500 |
Relative std. dev. repeatability (Cv) ≤ 5% ≤ 3% < 2% |
|
| ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |||
| Work factor (undiluted) | 100 | ||
| Speed | Results in 2 minutes up to 50 analysis/hour |
||
| Voltage | 115/220 V | 50/60 Hz | ||
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 68. 6 x 43.2 x 55.9 cm | ||
| Weight | 50.4 kg | ||
| Connected to the local database and accessible remotely | |||
*Specifications subject to change without notice.

Total flora proficiency testing – ISO 17043 (IBC)
Every month, we organize an international proficiency testing program on total bacteria (IBC), ISO 17043 certified and conducted in partnership with Actalia-Cecalait, the French reference laboratory.
This unique program ensures the optimal standardization of your BactoCount milk bacteria counter and guarantees the global equivalence of IBC and CFU results through our universal conversion equation.

Agiflex 270
With the combination of the BactoCount IBCm 3.0 milk bacteria counter and the Agiflex 270, sample preparation becomes fully standardized.
The Agiflex 270 is a compact unit designed for upside-down agitation of all types of containers such as sample trays, vials, and tubes. Its rotation speed is adjustable from 17 to 52 revolutions per minute, ensuring optimal homogenization of samples before analysis.
MAINTENANCE & SUPPORT
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In order to guarantee the highest level of productivity, our team of technicians takes care of installation, training and diagnostics remotely and locally.
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