Dyneema fibre cut-resistant gloves
05 November, 2010 byDyneema ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fibres can now be used in cut-resistant gloves for the food processing industry in Europe.
Breconcherry Turbo SSB rotating tank cleaning head
04 November, 2010 byThe design of the Breconcherry Turbo SSB rotating tank cleaning head eliminates ball bearings and maintains a consistent jet peripheral velocity for improved cleaning efficiency, hygiene and durability.
Sentry hand hygiene dispenser
06 September, 2010 byThe Sentry hand hygiene dispenser is a robust, foot-operated unit that is designed to be easily placed wherever hand sanitation is critical, such as in food preparation areas, to prevent contamination.
Lafferty foaming and sanitising equipment
06 September, 2010 byLafferty foaming and sanitising equipment has been specifically developed for use in the food and beverage industry. Both fixed and portable systems are available and they are suitable for foaming, sanitising and rinsing.
Typhoon jetting tank washer
31 August, 2010 byThe Typhoon rotating cleaning head is suitable for washing large vessels, including food and beverage storage tanks, transport containers and chemical reactors. The Typhoon produces four high-powered jets that give complete coverage in a quick seven-minute wash cycle. Even at high flow rates, the geared movement maintains an optimum jet peripheral velocity that increases impingement and chemical dwell times to maximise cleaning effectiveness. The cleaning head’s efficient wash cycle reduces downtime and saves on water and effluent costs.
3M 8300 series disposable respirators
26 July, 2010 byThe 3M 8300 series disposable respirators have a soft cushioned inner lining that provides comfort, with a robust outer shell that offers added durability.
Pelican Pack and Take ‘n Go liquid spill stations
26 July, 2010 byThe Pelican Pack and Pelican Take ‘n Go are mobile and wall-mounted stations for cleaning up liquid spills. The cotton-based Fibercan absorbs oils, hydrocarbons (eg, petrol, kerosene) and water-based liquids and uses up to eight times less absorbent material than traditional media. Any excess Fibercan is separated out and kept for re-use.
Breconcherry Tempest tank washer
08 July, 2010 byThe Breconcherry Tempest is a high-flow jetting tank washer specially designed with longer nozzles to maximise power and efficiency.
Sanitation and cleaning
04 June, 2010Creating and maintaining a safe, hygienic food plant is a constant challenge that requires eternal vigilance - one slip up can, potentially, sound the death knell for the business. There is no ‘once and for all’ solution, as the very ingredients themselves frequently carry the bacteria and contamination into the plants. Following are two sets of research you may find interesting.
Charm PocketSwab ATP test
24 May, 2010The Charm PocketSwab ATP test is used by food and beverage manufacturers, hospitals and other industries where rapid detection of possible food contamination is critical. It allows users to quickly determine the cleaning efficiency and hygienic status of food contact surfaces, ensure product quality and reduce costs of cleaning.
Pulsar ‘H’ Class hazardous material, industrial vacuum cleaner
06 May, 2010The Pulsar ‘H’ Class hazardous material, industrial vacuum cleaner has been released. There are two models - the Pulsar 515 H and the Pulsar 429 H.
Miele Professional’s G 7893 washer-disinfector
04 May, 2010 byMiele Professional’s G 7893 washer-disinfector is claimed to be the first 60 cm wide washer-disinfector to feature integrated fan-assisted drying, a solution for laboratories where space is at a premium.
Tecpro Fury IBC cleaner
04 May, 2010 byThe Fury IBC cleaner is the first tank washer designed specifically for use with IBCs. It produces high-power, low-flow jets that can remove most industrial residues and contamination. It is lightweight and compact enough for easy insertion into any IBC and its wash cycle makes it easy to effectively clean several containers quickly.
Biofilm production aids Campylobacter survival
25 March, 2010The most common cause of food poisoning - Campylobacter - survive in the oxygen-rich environment by encasing themselves in a sticky slime.
Another food safety scandal in the US
18 March, 2010Once again, US food processors are facing massive product recalls because contaminated product has been knowingly left in the supply chain. HVP contaminated with Salmonella Tennessee has been incorporated into tonnes of product in the last six months and the FDA is left begging the manufacturer, Basic Food Flavors, to initiate a recall.
