QualiTru Sampling Systems Enhances Logistics Capabilities with New Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain

OAKDALE, MN (August 04, 2022) — QualiTru Sampling Systems (formerly known as QMI), leaders in the science of aseptic and representative sampling equipment for the food and dairy industries, announced that Scott Larson has been hired as Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain as the company continues strengthening its impact in food quality and safety. Larson’s prior experience includes work in operations, manufacturing, project management and business development in the consumer-packaged goods and distribution industries.

“As QualiTru continues to grow and the demand for our aseptic and representative sampling technologies increases, Scott’s role is key to ensuring we effectively and efficiently serve the thousands of dairy farms, haulers, breweries, and liquid food processing plants around the world that are wrestling with the demands of the rapidly evolving food and dairy production environment.”

Ian Davis, CEO

“We are pleased to have Scott joining our team,” said Ian Davis, CEO. “As QualiTru continues to grow and the demand for our aseptic and representative sampling technologies increases, Scott’s role is key to ensuring we effectively and efficiently serve the thousands of dairy farms, haulers, breweries, and liquid processing plants around the world that are wrestling with the demands of the rapidly evolving food and dairy production environment.”

QualiTru’s Transformation Continues

According to Davis, QualiTru has continued investing in new markets, technologies, partnerships and employees to extend its impact further. The company’s versatile, cost-effective and easy-to-use sampling systems are used by the dairy and liquid food industries to perform aseptic, representative and hygienic sampling, helping to improve efficiencies and ensure the safest and best quality products.

QualiTru recently increased its operating footprint with a 50% physical expansion of its headquarters and warehouse space located in Oakdale, Minnesota. Earlier this year, the company received important endorsements for its business processes and technologies by earning its certification to ISO 9001:2015 standards related to aseptic sampling products, systems and services for the liquid food industry, and its 2022 3-A Sanitary Standards certification for achieving the requirements for Standard 63-04 (Sanitary Fittings), which are considered the highest industry standard levels for integrity and hygiene in processing equipment and systems.

QualiTru also continues to partner with leading universities around the world to research sampling best practices and conducts field case studies to enable farmers and quality professionals to obtain the most accurate and representative process data. Its website emphasizes science-backed solutions, providing invaluable resources for the dairy and
liquid food industries.

“Food producers are dealing with an unprecedented range of challenges today, including mitigating potential for bacterial contamination outbreaks, meeting stringent export requirements, navigating volatile pricing, and fulfilling extended shelf-life requirements,” Davis said. “QualiTru plays an increasingly important role in supporting these organizations, with proven unique aseptic, representative and hygienic sample collection technologies to help them achieve more consistent product quality and availability. As we continue providing this critical support, we appreciate the opportunity to serve and we look forward to all that the future holds for our company.”

About QualiTru Sampling Systems

Since 1983, QualiTru has been the pioneering leader in the science of aseptic and representative sampling. Known for its expertise and commitment to building awareness of aseptic sampling as a critical means of ensuring consumer health and food safety, QualiTru’s innovative sampling technologies are used to help the dairy, brewery and liquid food industries produce safe, high-quality products in over 30 countries worldwide. www.qualitru.com

Mara Herschbach is the Director of Marketing and Communications at QualiTru Sampling Systems. A Summa Cum Laude graduate from Metropolitan State University with a BS in Marketing, Mara brings over 20 years of expertise in design, creative direction, and integrated marketing. She has led impactful rebranding initiatives, overseen large-scale corporate identity systems, and managed cross-channel campaigns spanning video, photoshoots, print, digital, and social media. With a passion for continuous learning, she also holds a degree in graphic design and certifications in web design, video editing, and animation.