The MicroTally® Mitt is a versatile tool designed for manual aggregated surface sampling. It offers a convenient, one-handed operation and complements the MicroTally® Swab sampling method. Ideal for detecting pathogens such as Salmonella, Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC), E. coli O157:H7, and other indicator organisms, the Mitt is frequently used for sampling beef trimmings. Both the Mitt and its accompanying bag are sterilized post-manufacture. After use, the Mitt can be placed back into the provided sterile bag for cultural enrichment. The bag features a wire-closure design, ensuring secure containment while allowing easy opening and resealing during sampling. Constructed from non-woven, spun polymer cloth, the MicroTally® Mitt is sterile and specially engineered to capture and retain surface bacterial pathogens. It is sealed on three sides, partially at the base, and includes a 5” opening to accommodate a nitrile-gloved hand. Each Mitt measures 10” x 10” and is packaged in a disposable sterile wrap. Every MicroTally® Mitt is supplied with a sterile, polymer sample bag. This bag is leak-proof, tear-resistant, transparent, non-toxic, and non-reactive. It includes a wire closure for secure sealing and a white write-on panel for clear sample identification. 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: ✅ Single-Handed Use: Allows efficient, one-handed manual surface sampling. ✅ Works with Swabs: Complements the MicroTally® Swab for broader testing applications. ✅ Pathogen Detection: Suitable for detecting Salmonella, STEC, E. coli O157:H7, and indicator organisms. ✅ Sterile Components: Both Mitt and bag are sterilized and ready for immediate use. ✅ Secure Sample Bag: Includes a leak-proof, wire-closure bag with write-on panel for easy labeling. ✅ Ergonomic Fit: 10” x 10” Mitt with a 5” hand opening, sealed for control and coverage. ✅ High-Retention Material: Made from non-woven polymer cloth to effectively trap surface bacteria. ✅ Individually Wrapped: Packaged in sterile, disposable wrap to maintain hygiene. Suggested Uses for MicroTally® Mitt: Beef Trimming Sampling: Ideal for detecting pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, and STEC on beef trim. Large Surface Area Testing: Effective for sampling broad areas where swabbing alone may be insufficient. Presence/Absence Testing: Suitable for qualitative testing of indicator organisms on meat surfaces. Routine Monitoring: Useful for regular hygiene and contamination checks in meat processing environments. Manual Aggregated Sampling: Serves as an alternative or complement to N60/N60+ methods for meat inspection.
