GEA Process Engineering Eco-Icepush ice pigging service
17 May, 2014GEA Process Engineering has introduced a service that allows users to save product by using a method of purging process piping systems: Eco-Icepush. GEA has a licence agreement with the University of Bristol and delivers Eco-Icepush as a service to the processing industry.
Marchant Schmidt multihead scale bucket washer
16 May, 2014Marchant Schmidt has designed a washer to clean and sanitise multihead weigher buckets and feed pans used throughout the food and dairy industry. The typical wash cycles are 10-30 min, depending on product pollution.
Saraya Australia 9000 series hand hygiene dispensers
16 May, 2014Saraya Australia has launched the 9000 Series hand hygiene dispenser, available in both Manual and No Touch automatic versions. Hand hygiene is critical in preventing contamination, and having the right product dispensed exactly where you need it reduces that risk.
Rentokil Initial Total by RI hygiene program
16 May, 2014Total by RI provides protection against pests and contamination for food businesses. The hygiene program eliminates all possible pest attractants, such as food residue and bacteria.
Graco SaniForce drum and bin unloaders
15 May, 2014Graco can evacuate up to 99% of the material from containers, without dilution, with the SaniForce drum and bin unloaders. The bins can handle challenging applications - from oils to lotion, to thick materials like tomato paste and peanut butter - with safety and sanitation.
Rhima washing systems
13 May, 2014Rhima customises versatile, multipurpose washers that can be used for washing crates, bins, trolleys, pallets, components and any other items that need cleaning with detergent and hot water.
Demand for I&I cleaning chemicals to grow in food processing industry
02 May, 2014Demand for industrial and institutional (I&I) cleaning chemicals is predicted to grow rapidly in the US in the next four years. The Freedonia Group anticipates that demand for the products will rise more than 3% per year to $11.5 billion by 2018.
Antibacterial soap proven effective in preventing foodborne illness
28 April, 2014Recent research showed that the use of antibacterial soap results in a statistically significant reduction in the presence of Shigella on melon balls. The soap reduced Shigella on the hands and its subsequent transfer to ready-to-eat food.
Vikan colour-coded buckets
07 April, 2014The Vikan colour-coded range of products is designed to improve a company's internal hygiene and allergen control, and make it easier to maintain HACCP/quality management systems to comply with all hygiene audits.
Breconcherry Tornado high-flow jetting tank washer
31 March, 2014Available from Tecpro Australia, the Breconcherry Tornado is a high-flow jetting tank washer designed to provide high-impact jets for difficult-to-clean products such as yeast, glue and resin.
Spraying Systems TankJet 360 tank and barrel cleaner
27 February, 2014The TankJet 360 tank and barrel cleaner can help beverage manufacturers maintain a strict hygiene regime.
Vikan pink colour-coded cleaning and food handling product range
24 February, 2014As the number of cross-contaminants increases, food and beverage processors are seeking additional ways to manage cross-contamination risks. Colour-coding is one method of managing such risks.
Steam Australia steam cleaning equipment
19 February, 2014Steam Australia's range of steam cleaning equipment enables businesses to maintain an effective cleaning and sanitation program.
Direct application antimicrobial for produce and meat under development
11 February, 2014A US company is testing antimicrobial formulations that can be used as a rinse or processing aid on produce, poultry and meats. The US-based company has already patented the antimicrobial silver dihydrogen citrate (SDC).
Brady ToughWash washdown-resistant labels
31 January, 2014Brady ToughWash washdown-resistant labels can withstand the pressures of high heat, harsh chemicals, high-pressure sprays and multiple washdown cycles commonly used in food and beverage processing without falling apart or falling off.
