Vacci-Test

Salus Scientific, formerly known as Vacci-Test Corporation and FoodChek Systems, is a biotechnology company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, specializing in rapid diagnostic solutions for food safety and clinical applications. The company is a global leader in developing proprietary enrichment media and testing protocols, notably the Actero™ brand, which enables the simultaneous and rapid detection of pathogens like E. coli, Salmonella, and Listeria. Originally founded to commercialize the Vacci-Test technology for infectious diseases in humans and animals—including a pioneering blood test for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)—the company has evolved into a major provider of food safety and viral transport media. Its products are designed to reduce testing time and improve accuracy for food processors and clinical laboratories worldwide.