Accelerated Method of Control of Membrane Filters for Bacteriological Analysis of Water

Summary

An accelerated algorithm of control over membrane filters used for rating of water quality according to microbacteriological characteristics has been developed. A preliminary stage of rearing of model microorganisms is excluded from the accelerated method. The control is exercised over two strains of model microorganisms differing in size and shape of cells. The developed algorithm is also used for rating of quality of track membrane made of polyethylene terephthalate. In the process, the percentage of removal of model microorganisms with track membrane is over 80% and meets the requirements of the International standard ISO 7704-85.

Key words

microbiology , water quality , control , membrane filter , microorganisms , analysis