QualiTru Sampling Systems Revolutionizes Sampling Efficiency with the NEW TruStream Drum Port  

– The development of the TruStream Drum Port provides a practical and efficient solution to the unique liquid sampling challenges of barrels, drums, and totes. –

OAKDALE, MN (September 10, 2024) — QualiTru Sampling Systems® (formerly known as QMI), leaders in the science of aseptic and representative sampling equipment for the liquid food, beverage, and dairy industries, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation, the TruStream™ Drum Port. The TruStream Drum Port is engineered for the quick and safe extraction of samples without exposing the product to airborne contaminants. Seamlessly replacing the standard NPS Bung Plug, this durable drum port is compatible with TruStream7 Septa, making it an ideal solution for maintaining product integrity.   

“QualiTru Sampling Systems is dedicated to providing innovative solutions that enhance the safety and quality of liquid sampling processes,” said Ian Davis, CEO of QualiTru Sampling Systems. “The TruStream Drum Port is a testament to our commitment to excellence, offering a reliable and efficient method for aseptic sampling. This groundbreaking product, developed by QualiTru Sampling Systems and tested in collaboration with the Quebec Maple Syrup Producers, is designed to revolutionize the way liquid samples are extracted from barrels, drums, and totes, ensuring maximum accuracy, employee safety, and operation efficiency.”

“Our organization is pleased to have partnered with QualiTru Sampling Systems in testing the TruStream Drum Port for maple syrup barrels,” said Luc Goulet, President of the Quebec Maple Syrup Producers. “We are confident that these innovations will offer substantial benefits to both maple syrup producers and packers by reducing the time needed to collect samples and the spoilage risks associated with contaminants.”

Key Features and Benefits of the TruStream Drum Port:

  • Ease of Use: The TruStream Drum Port quickly and easily replaces the NPS bung plug, allowing for rapid and safe withdrawal of samples through the septum in the drum port without having to tip the drum upright. This design simplifies the sampling process, saving valuable time and reducing the risk of workplace injuries.
  • Contamination Prevention: The fully contained sampling system of the TruStream Drum Port mitigates external contamination and exposure to air, maintaining the purity and quality of your product. This ensures that samples are collected aseptically, preserving their integrity for accurate analysis.
  • Safety and Compliance: The TruStream Drum Port meets Food and Drug Administration (FDA) food contact compliance standards and is both BPA and phthalate-free. These features underscore QualiTru’s commitment to safety and quality in all its products.
  • Durability and Performance: Constructed from high-quality POM plastic, the TruStream Drum Port can withstand temperatures up to 190°F and pressures up to 30 psi, as well as vacuum pressures down to -2.5 psi. This robust design ensures reliable performance in a variety of environments and applications.

Product Specifications:

  • Diameter: 2.91in. / 74mm
  • Overall Height: 1.38 in. / 35mm
  • Temperature Range: 34°F (min) / 190°F (max)
  • Pressure Range: -2.5 PSI (min) / 30 PSI (max)
  • Material: POM Plastic, EPDM Rubber Gasket
  • FDA Food Contact Compliant: Yes
  • BPA and Phthalate-Free: Yes

Davis continued, “With over 40 years of experience in the liquid food industry and the support of our exceptionally talented team, QualiTru has consistently demonstrated its ability to quickly address industry needs. Our latest innovation, the TruStream Drum Port, exemplifies this capability by providing a practical and efficient solution to unique sampling challenges. This product underscores our commitment to swiftly respond to customer requirements with effective, high-quality solutions that uphold the highest standards of safety and performance.”

For more information about the TruStream Drum Port or to place an order, please visit www.QualiTru.com or contact our sales team at [email protected].

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, beverage, and liquid food industries produce safe, high-quality products in over 30 countries worldwide. www.qualitru.com

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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.