Sherry Laboratories' food and microbiology capabilities range from HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) evaluations to shelf-life studies, from salmonella to acid producing microorganisms, and from special analyses outlined by our customers to procedures conducted in accordance with federal, national and state guidelines.
Our laboratory is staffed by skilled scientists who are dedicated to providing continuous value for Sherry clients and their customers. En route to generating reliable test data and results, we take a personal interest in providing a testing experience that meets our clients' needs and exceeds their expectations.
While others talk about providing superior customer service, we demonstrate it 364 days (closed Christmas) a year by providing personal attention to your account. Our convenient customer portal allows customers the flexibility to access reports at their convenience. Sherry clients can view and print information from their accounts 24 hours per day, 7 days a week. They can save time by searching for past quotes or reports when they need them -- anytime night or day. In addition, they can save administrative costs incurred from waiting on reports or invoices. And access is confidential. Only assigned contacts can access their reports unless they choose to share their username/password.
The food and microbiological testing laboratory is certified by the Indiana State Department of Health for Drinking Water Testing and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service for egg salmonella.
In addition to the items listed below, Sherry Laboratories can do a variety of custom analyses. Contact us by any of the convenient methods listed below for further information.
Testing Services
Manufacturing
- Bacterial & Fungal Monitoring
- Pyrogen/LAL/Endotoxin
- Sterility
Environmental Air & Surface Monitoring (HACCP)
This is conducted with swabs, sponges or contact plates. Sherry Laboratories provides a variety of collection supplies at no additional cost.
- Bacterial Counts
- Coliform Counts
- E. Coli
- E. Coli 0157; H7
- Fungal Counts
- Legionella (qualitative)
- Listeria (Qualitative)
- Salmonella (Qualitative)
- Staphylococcus Counts
- Other specific bacteria or fungi
Container Rinse Counts
- Bacterial Count
- Fungal Count
- Specific Bacteria or Fungi
- Sterility
Food Chemistry
- Percent Moisture
- Percent Solids
- pH
- Shelf-Life Studies
- Titratable Acidity
- Water Activity
Food Microbiology
- Acid Producing Microorganisms
- Aerobic (Heterotrophic) Bacteria
- Bacterial Identification
- Clostridium Spp.
- Coliforms
- E. Coli
- E. Coli 0157; H7
- Lactic Acid Bacteria
- Listeria Spp. (Qualitative)
- Listeria Monocytogenes (Qualitative)
- Osmiophilic Microorganisms
- Salmonella Spp. (Qualitative)
- Shelf Life Studies
- Staphylococcus (Coagulase + and -)
- Thermophilic Microorganisms
- Yeast and Mold (Fungi)
Microbial Identifications
- Bacterial Identifications
Special Analyses
Special analyses are available as outlined in the following examples. Please call for a quotation for your specific requirements.
- Bacterial Utilization Studies
- Direct Microscopic Examinations
- Disinfectant Residue Testing
- Inhibitory Substance Testing
- Preservative Efficacy
Water and Wastewater Testing
- Aerobic (Heterotrophic) Bacteria
- Algae (Presence/Absence)
- Anaerobic Bacteria
- Bacterial Identification
- Coliforms
- E. Coli
- Fecal Coliforms
- Fecal Sludge
- Hydrogen Sulfide Producing Bacteria
- Iron Bacteria (P/A)
- Legionella Spp. (Qualitative)
- Pseudomonas Spp.
Industries Served
- Manufacturers
- Processed Foods
- Solid/Liquified Foods
- Retail Food Chains
- Bakeries
- Dairy
- Egg Farms
- Medical Device
- Municipalities
- Hotels/Motels
- Schools
How to Submit a Sample
For our customers who do their own sample collection, we can supply a variety of collection supplies for your Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) program at no additional cost. Please call us for details. The items include:
- 100cm2 Templates
- Bird Rinse Kits
- Carcass Sampling Kits
- Contact Plates with a variety of medias
- Containers - bags, bottles, vials, and specimen containers
- Drag Swabs - a square on a string for drag sampling
- Dry Swabs
- Media Swabs - with media specific to the microbe analysis
- Sponges in Bags - both dehydrated and pre-hydrated
Samples should be collected and stored in a sterile container and then refrigerated during transit. Non-sterile containers may produce erroneous results.
Microbial samples must arrive at the laboratory within 24 hours of collection.
Dry goods should be kept dry during transit and held at their normal stable temperature.
Please follow good sampling techniques, as your results can be influenced by improper sampling. If you have questions about sample collection, please contact us.
Contact Us
Warsaw Address
560 South Zimmer Road
Warsaw, IN 46580-2368
Phone: 574.267.3305
FAX: 574.269.6569
microsales@sherrylabs.com
Certifications and Accreditations
- Drinking Water
- Laboratory Accreditation Bureau
- United States Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service to test eggs for salmonella.