Vikan cleaning tools for Meat Processing plant
Whether you are a raw, frozen or cooked meat processor Vikan can help maintain your product quality and safety.
We know that the hygiene and food safety challenges you face in meat processing vary, dependent on whether you process raw meats, e.g., meat cuts, minced meat, mechanically separated meat (MSM); frozen meats or cooked meats; and the types of meat processed (red meats, poultry, game etc). From control of microbial hazards to minimising the risk of product contamination with other meat species, Vikan’s cleaning tools and experts are here to help.
All these challenges present a risk to food quality, and many to food safety, both can lead to loss of business and damage to brand reputation. Fortunately, the risks they pose, to both consumers and businesses, can be significantly reduced through the appropriate selection, use, and maintenance of manual cleaning equipment.
Selecting the right cleaning tools
Brushware
- Choose detail cleaning brushes to clean in nooks and crannies and prevent biofilm build-up.
- Choose hard bristled brushes to aid the surface washing action during wet cleaning.
Squeegees
Choose a squeegee that is appropriately effective, hygienically designed, and durable e.g.,
- foam bladed squeegees are highly effective at removing liquids, like blood or brine from surfaces, but the blades are difficult to clean and disinfect and wear quickly.
- a fully-moulded, single-bladed squeegee is easy to clean and disinfect and more durable. It may also be better than a brush for removal of soils like minced meat, as it doesn’t clog.
Scrapers and Buckets
Scrapers, shovels, scoops, and buckets should be made of appropriately food contact compliant materials, and be of a dedicated colour for a dedicated task, as appropriate based on risk, e.g.,
- Blue for cleaning of food contact surfaces and Brown for cleaning of non-food contact surfaces.
- Green for raw meat production areas, and Yellow for processed product areas.
Sponges and scouring pads
- Sponges and scouring pads are difficult to decontaminate after use and should be disposed of immediately after use.
Suggested Products for Meat processing plants
The meat sector requires strict adherence to sanitation rules and regulations. Tools from Vikan are made out of tough, compliant materials such as polypropylene and stainless steel. Unlike foamed plastic or wooden tools, our high-quality products have smooth surfaces for easy clean-up and better hygiene. Our tools are hygienically designed, which makes them easier to clean and less likely to harbor bacteria.
Vikan tools come in up to twelve colours, making them ideal for integration with colour-coded plans. Colour-coding helps prevent cross-contamination between raw and finished products, as well as keeping allergens separated. Regardless of your operation’s size and complexity, Vikan has the tools and expertise to help you execute your colour-coding plans.
Source:
https://www.vikan.com/int/sectors/food-beverage-processing/meat-processing