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BCN Labs is a full-service microbiological and mycological laboratory located in Rockford, TN that has been providing unparalleled service to the food and beverage processing industry since 1988. BCN Labs offers an extensive selection of microbiological and mycological tests, training courses, and auditing programs. BCN Labs is Internationally recognized as one of the leaders in food and beverage spoilage prevention and investigation including heat-resistant molds (HRM), preservative-resistant yeast and molds, and Alicyclobacillus guaiacol positive (ACB/TAB). BCN Labs is ISO 17025 accredited and is a WBENC certified women-owned company.

Interested in being featured in this spot as the Newsletter Sponsor? Contact Jake Horodnick for more information.

Limited Sponsorships Available for BevTech 2026

Sponsorship opportunities for BevTech are going fast—and this is your chance to stand out in front of a highly engaged audience of beverage industry leaders. With limited inventory remaining, now is the time to secure a sponsorship that puts your brand at the center of key networking moments and attendee experiences.

A select number of high-visibility opportunities are still available, including receptions, breaks, and exclusive activations.

Remaining sponsorship opportunities include:

• Happy Hour Bar (2 available)
• Technology Expo (2 available)
• Wednesday Evening Reception (1 available)
• Breakfast (3 available)
• Afternoon Break (3 available)
• AT&T Tour (1 available)

Don’t miss your opportunity—once these sponsorships are gone, they’re gone. Secure your spot today through the ISBT Store.

Membership Update: Reapply to Restore Your ISBT Benefits

If you did not renew your ISBT membership by January 31, your membership is no longer active and access to member benefits has paused, including guidelines and white papers, committee participation, and event registration.

To regain access, we invite you to reapply for membership using the ISBT Membership Application. Once your application is approved, your member benefits will be reinstated.

Please note that active ISBT membership is required to attend BevTech, so we encourage you to reapply as soon as possible if you plan to participate.

We value your involvement in ISBT and look forward to welcoming you back.

Don't Miss the BevOps Technical Committee Meeting at BevTech

Join the Beverage Operations Technical Committee on Tuesday, May 5^th at 3:30 PM-5:30 PM CT for a fast-paced, insight-packed meeting during BevTech that tackles the most pressing operational challenges facing the beverage industry today.

This must-attend session features updates on new committee initiatives, including the launch of an Alcohol Processing Subcommittee, a deep dive into the myths and realities of aseptic operations, and a timely panel discussion on PFAS and microplastics—examining the roles of both brand owners and suppliers.

Attendees will also hear the latest on the Beverage Institute’s Beverage Processing Course, connect with BevOps leadership, and gain practical insights on post-fill, in-container processing.

Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of emerging issues, contribute to industry dialogue, or get more involved with ISBT Technical Committees, this session is for you. All BevTech attendees are encouraged to join us.

Register for BevTech today!

2026 ISBT Scholarship Application Open

Pursuing a degree related to beverage technology? Apply for our scholarship to support your education!

Read more about the application process and see if you qualify here: https://buff.ly/RqX8Z4r

Share this opportunity with your network to support the educational advancement of future beverage technologists.

ISBT Sustainability Summit at BevTech: From Ambition to Action

Sustainability is a defining priority for beverage operations, but turning goals into measurable progress remains complex. The ISBT Sustainability Summit at BevTech will explore how the industry is moving beyond high-level ambition through expert insights and real-world case studies. The summit will take place following the conclusion of BevTech, from Wednesday, May 6th to Thursday, May 7th. 

Participants will examine key challenges and tradeoffs in areas such as packaging choices, recycling pathways, alternative CO₂ sourcing, water stewardship, and Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Sessions will also focus on how sustainability is measured—from molecular-level impacts to value-chain accounting—and where cost, feasibility, and infrastructure continue to create barriers.

Designed for sustainability leaders, technical experts, and operational teams, this summit emphasizes practical application, translating sustainability concepts into actionable insights that support better decision-making across beverage operations.

Join us at BevTech for a thoughtful discussion on advancing meaningful, practical sustainability in the beverage industry.. Register as part of your BevTech registration here.

• How Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions Is Future-Proofing Beverage Production

• ASTG: CO₂ Analytics for Sparkling and Nitro Drinks

• Anton Paar’s ALAB 5000: Revolutionizing Quality Control in the Beverage Industry

• Ingredion Inc.: Sports Beverages

• Taste Without Compromise: CO2 Sustain

• Webinar: Finding and Prioritizing Water Savings Projects in Food & Beverage Plants

• How Gas Analysis Protects Beverage Quality and Safety

• Millipore Sigma - Microbial Spoilage Testing Brochure

If you have sponsored content (i.e., new products, case studies, white papers, etc.) that you would like to see mentioned in the ISBT Connection, please email Steve Guglielmo by February 26.

Data Key Communications is proud to introduce its Supplier Catalog Library, a great resource for those in the beverage industry who want to see digital catalogs from ISBT suppliers collected in one spot!

If you're a supplier who would like to have your product catalog hosted online in the Catalog Library with a shareable and embeddable link, receive statistics about readership and clicks throughout the year, and be featured in the ISBT Connection, please contact Jake Horodnick for more information.

Anton Paar General Catalog

Analytical Science & Technologies Group Model FT2 Catalog