The Mould Aspergillus: How Does It Affect Our Lives?
Aspergillus has close to 200 species and varieties. This mould is widely distributed from the arctic… [more]
Sampling for Airborne Mould: When Should One Use Viable, Non-viable or Both Methods?
An air quality investigation may require determining airborne mould (spores and hyphal fragments) concentration.… [more]
Factors that affect the growth of moulds
The major factors affecting growth of mould are nutrients, temperature, light, aeration, pH and water… [more]
Chaetomium species as indoor contaminants
Chaetomium species Chaetomium species are found worldwide in soil, dung, or decaying plants. Most species… [more]
Penicillium Species As Indoor Air Contaminants
In 1928, Alexander Fleming’s bacterial cultures were contaminated by airborne spores of a green mould.… [more]
Legionella: Health Effects, Occurrence and Sampling
Health effects of Legionella In 1976, in Philadelphia, USA, over 200 attendees of the US-American… [more]
Colony Forming Units (CFU)
What are colony forming units? Colony forming units, usually abbreviated as CFU, refer to individual… [more]
Bacterial and Fungal Contamination of Metalworking Fluids (MWFs)
Metalworking fluids are used to cool and/or lubricate metal works during machining, grinding, cutting,… [more]
Choosing a mold testing laboratory that is right for you
Mold testing professionals and other users should consider several factors in choosing a mold testing… [more]
Trapping and Enumeration of Fungal Spores
The objective of trapping and enumeration of air-borne fungal spores in indoor environments may be 1)… [more]
Could Mold Be Making Us Sick?
Question: I have a window that leaks and the hardwood floor under both windows is rotten. The property… [more]
Sampling For Airborne Fungal Spores
Reasons for Conducting Air Sampling For Fungal Spores Sampling for airborne fungal spores may be conducted… [more]
Mold & Bacteria Consulting Laboratories
Mold & Bacteria Consulting Laboratories (MBL) Inc., provides Laboratory and Consulting Services worldwide. MBL is accredited by the Canadian Association for Laboratory Accreditation (CALA) to the internationally recognized ISO/IEC 17025:2005 for specific fungi and bacteria testing (click Scope of Accreditation for more details). Laboratory accreditation is the best mechanism to provide assurance to customers on the quality and competence of the laboratory.
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As one of North America’s leading laboratories in identification of mould and bacteria, MBL has the ability to identify even the most difficult moulds and bacteria samples. MBL is rated proficient by the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) for Environmental Microbiology Proficiency Analytical Testing (EMPAT) fungal culture and fungal direct microscopic examination of air, bulk and surface samples.
MBL's goal is to provide the highest quality mould and bacteria testing and consulting services to you. Whether you’re a Homeowner or an Environmental Consultant, we’ll consult with you on the most appropriate test methods to use for your testing needs, or what samples may be appropriate for a given investigation. Please note that we currently work with environmental strains and spoilage organisms ONLY. We’re unable to deal with clinical organisms.
LABORATORY TESTING AND CONSULTING SERVICES
- Fungal Analysis
- Direct microscopic Analysis: Bulk, Tape, Swab, Settle Plates
- Air Non-Viable Analysis: Spore Traps Air-O-Cells, Allergenco, Micro 5, Laro
- Air Viable Analysis: Andersen samples, RCS strips, RODAC plates
- Bacterial Analysis
E. coli, Coliforms, Staphylococcus sp., Streptococcus sp., Bacillus sp., Lactobacillus sp., Clostridium sp., Salmonella sp., Shigella sp. Listeria sp., Campylobacter sp., Iron and Sulphur bacteria - Legionella Testing
OUR TEAM
At MBL, we ensure that our team meets the highest possible standard of expertise for the services that we provide. Our team has not only the experience and the qualification; they are also very passionate about what they do.
OUR CLIENTS
- Environmental engineers and Consultants
- Property Managers
- Health Care Facilities
- Financial Institutions
- Federal & Provincial
- Government Agencies
- Insurance Companies & Adjusters
- School Boards
- Colleges & Universities
- General Contractors
- Environmental Contractors
- Homeowners
