Getting the microbiome in your own company under control

The specialist conference "Microbiology in Companies" provides fundamental knowledge about microbiology, highlights problem areas in various company departments where fresh and process water are used, and informs about successful, practical solutions. (Image source: fairXperts GmbH & Co. KG)

Microorganisms in fresh and process water as well as in water cycles of companies can cause significant damage up to endangering employees and the environment. (Image source: Alufinish)

Microorganisms are inherently important. However, in companies, they can cause significant damage – from foul odors and problems with production equipment to quality losses in surface finishing and endangering employees and the environment. The specialist conference "Microbiology in Companies" provides detailed answers to questions such as: How do unwanted microorganism developments occur? What are the causes? What can be done about it both urgently and long-term? What regulations need to be observed? The event organized by fairXperts will be held on December 3, 2020, at K3N in Nuremtingen.

Legionella in water supply systems like showers and cooling towers, mold in cutting fluids, slime in aqueous cleaning and degreasing baths as well as in painting systems, water treatment plants contaminated by biofilms – what sounds like a horror scenario is a reality in many companies. The impacts include odor nuisances, damage to expensive equipment, poor product quality, and in the worst case, sick employees and serious environmental problems related to Legionella around cooling towers. The "Microbiology in Companies" specialist conference by fairXperts GmbH & Co. KG addresses these topics.

Identify causes, take appropriate measures, avoid dangers

The one-day event on December 3, 2020, at Nuremtingen's K3N is divided into six thematic areas. The opening session is "A Microbiome and How to Live with It." It provides fundamental information about the biological microcosm in companies, highlights possible causes, and offers solutions. The lectures in the next block inform about current administrative frameworks, for example, regarding health protection for employees, and provide assistance in fulfilling these requirements. The following four sessions focus on targeted control of microorganisms at problem sites. These include areas such as fresh and process water, degreasing systems, coolant systems, and painting systems (e.g., electrostatic dipping painting), where water-based paints are processed.

With this comprehensive program, the conference targets responsible persons and employees from plant and operations management, environmental and process engineering, occupational safety, internal analytics, laboratory operations, and quality assurance across various industries. The lectures, each followed by Q&A sessions, enable participants to present their specific problems and leave with ideas for solutions to their own microbiological challenges.

The accompanying exhibition offers companies the opportunity to showcase solutions and new developments in a targeted manner and to exchange ideas directly with participants.

Further information about the complete program, speakers, and registration documents can be found at www.wissenstransfer.events.