LABTERMO, founded in 1982 by Prof. Dr. Pilar Rodríguez de Massaguer at UNICAMP, has become a national reference in analytical services, technical consulting, and research projects for the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and related industries, due to its high scientific rigor. Headquartered in Campinas-SP, the laboratory operates in microbiology, thermal and sanitation process validation, shelf life control, and biosafety. Its expertise is especially recognized in the thermally processed food sector, driving innovation, safety, and regulatory compliance in collaboration with companies, research centers, and regulatory agencies.
SERVICES
Labtermo offers microbiology solutions tailored to the processed food industry and related sectors, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. The laboratory conducts microbiological analyses and validation studies to ensure the effectiveness of preservatives, sanitizers, product shelf life, stability, and process efficacy. It also provides technical partnerships to support the safe development of new products.
Microbiological Quality Testing
Analyses using accredited and validated national and international methods for the microbiological evaluation of food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products.
Specialized Technical-Scientific Consulting
Support in regulatory interpretation, protocol development, failure assessment, and process validations.
Physical and Biological Process Validations
Application of physical and biological indicators to qualify production and sanitation lines in the food industry.
Challenge Test Design and Implementation
Assessment of preservative effectiveness and microbiological safety of formulations in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Validation of Cleaning, Sanitization, and Microbiological Monitoring Methods
Tailored studies to ensure the effectiveness of sanitation procedures in food production environments.
Microbiological Assessment of Finished Processed Products
Packaging evaluation and shelf-life testing.
Temperature Distribution Studies
Thermal mapping to identify high-risk zones in equipment and environments, supporting thermal process validation in compliance with regulatory standards.
Technical Training for R&D and Quality Control Teams
Capacity building in applied microbiology, good laboratory practices, and regulatory standards. Customized in-house or in-company courses.
CONSULTING SERVICES
Specialized technical consulting for the processed food industry, supporting compliance with sanitary regulations and microbiological control. Our services assist in the safe development of new products, process validation, and optimization of final product quality.