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One of PSSI's new products involves the development of specialized
equipment for the reconditioning of process water.
It's a technology, Mays said, that relies solely on a mechanical process
for the removal of particles, some as small as 10-12 microns in size. An
additional benefit is that it doesn't need filters or screens, which reduces
additional maintenance and streamlines operations in an already busy
workday.
" Preliminary work in poultry processing applications indicates
water quality can actually improve throughout production, and we've
observed a decrease in micro load simply by keeping water cleaner, "
Mays said. " Other major benefits include decreased water usage and
less time required to clean tanks connected to this equipment. "
Another example of the ways in which recent technological
advancements have made a big difference is in the dosing and
dispensing of cleaning and sanitizing chemistries.
With the incorporation of digital and smart technology into
equipment, Mays said, digital flow meters, pumps, and telemetry -
working simultaneously - have provided tremendous advances in the
ability to monitor food safety chemistries in real time, receive alerts
when sensors detect conditions gone awry, and allow plant staff to
respond and address problems quickly.
PSSI's Safe Foods Chemical Innovations MARC system offers all these
benefits while also tracking chemical and water usage.
" The ability to detect leaks and compare usage volumes between
application points over time is helpful in controlling costs. And since
MARC tracks chemistry and wash water flow throughout production,
the software's reporting capabilities are very useful verification tools for
food safety audits. "
The incorporation of digital and smart technology in dosing and
dispensing equipment has led the way in advances in precision,
efficiency, and safety in food production processes, Mays added.
Making food safety easy
Hobart Food Equipment is always mindful of the ways that its food prep
equipment can support food safety in retail grocery stores, particularly
in the deli, said Grace Strotman, Hobart marketing specialist.
As Hobart considers how to design and engineer its slicers, for
example, the company tries to make it as easy as possible for operators
to thoroughly clean the equipment to ensure the highest food safety
standards are met.
That includes minimizing crevices or bolt holes where foodborne
bacteria can settle and manufacturing equipment with removable parts.
In addition, the removable components on Hobart HS Series slicers
are a huge food safety differentiator in the marketplace, Strotman said.
The slicers have a removable blade, top knife cover and ring guard
cover that can be washed in the dishwasher, and the removable meat
grip assembly, top-mounted Borazon sharpener and product tray can
be washed in a three-compartment sink containing soapy water, clear
water and sanitizer, respectively.
The line's HS6 and HS8 slicers also have cleaning legs to prop up the
machine so operators can clean underneath them and the HS7 and HS9
slicers have a gas-assist spring that provides access to the underside
for cleaning. Hobart slicers also have a tilting carriage that makes
periodic cleaning easier throughout the day, Strotman said, and it's fully
removable for deep cleaning. The base of the slicers is aluminum and
has limited crevices, making it easier for operators to clean.
" Hobart engineers always look at ways to generate continuous
improvements in our food prep equipment that can support food safety
standards, and they stay apprised of new technologies that can help
meet that goal. "
Also to that end, Hobart has implemented an easy-to-navigate LCD
touch screen display on its HS6-1PS manual and HS7-1PS automatic
portion scale slicers, which allows operators to set up customizable
alert messages so they can be notified when it's time to clean and
sanitize the slicer.
Hobart slicers and other
equipment use technology
to make food safety
compliance as easy and
efficient as possible.
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