Tecpro Australia expands container cleaning solutions through Rotajet partnership

Food manufacturers are under increasing pressure to improve sustainability, reduce waste and maintain rigorous hygiene standards throughout their operations. One area receiving greater attention is the cleaning and reconditioning of intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), drums and other reusable containers used throughout food production and supply chains.

To help Australian manufacturers meet these challenges, Tecpro Australia has been appointed as the Australian distributor for Rotajet’s range of industrial container washing and reconditioning systems.

Manufactured in the UK, Rotajet specialises in equipment designed to clean, dry, test and recondition IBCs, drums, pails and other industrial containers. The systems are used across food and beverage, chemical, pharmaceutical and industrial sectors, helping businesses improve container turnaround times while reducing waste and outsourcing costs.

As more manufacturers move towards reusable packaging and circular economy initiatives, the need for container cleaning systems continues to grow. Reusing IBCs and drums can help to reduce packaging costs and waste generation, but only when containers can be cleaned consistently and effectively between uses.

Rotajet’s IBC cleaning systems use high-pressure washing technology and 360-degree rotating spray nozzles designed to thoroughly clean internal container surfaces while minimising water consumption and operating costs. The systems can be configured for a range of throughput requirements, from standalone wash stations through to fully automated reconditioning lines.

For food manufacturers handling ingredients, oils, syrups, flavourings and other bulk products, maintaining hygiene standards while improving operational efficiency is a constant balancing act. Automated cleaning systems help deliver repeatable cleaning performance while reducing manual handling and labour requirements.

While IBC cleaning is a key focus, the Rotajet range extends beyond bulk containers. The portfolio includes drum washing systems, pail and container washers, drying systems, pressure testing equipment and complete reconditioning lines. Modular designs allow businesses to start with standalone cleaning stations and expand capacity as operational requirements grow.

For food and beverage manufacturers, this flexibility enables solutions to be tailored around specific production requirements, container types and throughput volumes.

The addition of Rotajet’s technology complements Tecpro Australia’s existing expertise in industrial washing, spray technology and process solutions.

“Many manufacturers are looking for ways to reduce waste, lower operating costs and improve sustainability outcomes,” said Patrick Cooper, Director at Tecpro Australia. “The ability to clean and reuse containers in-house can deliver significant benefits, particularly for businesses managing large volumes of IBCs and drums.”

As sustainability, compliance and operational efficiency continue to drive investment decisions, container washing and reconditioning technologies are becoming an increasingly important part of modern manufacturing facilities.

For Australian food manufacturers seeking to improve container reuse programs and reduce packaging waste, the partnership between Tecpro Australia and Rotajet brings industrial cleaning technology closer to home.

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