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Packaging & Processing

The hygienic processing and packing of foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics is vital to ensure they reach consumers still meeting the high standard of quality required

Packaging & Processing Disinfection with UV

For microbiologically demanding goods such as foodstuffs, pharmaceuticals or cosmetics, hygienic processing and packaging are vital to ensure that products maintain their quality from processing to consumer and still meet stringent safety standards.

UV TECHNOLGY FOR SURFACE, WATER AND AIR TREATMENTS

Common areas in processing and packaging where UV light is used in disinfection systems are:

Surface disinfection systems in processing areas and on equipment, for example, conveyor belts, cutting and slicing blades, weighing platforms, bottling machines and mixing areas.
UV technology is also a useful tool for mitigating the risk of cross-contamination between low and high ‘care’ areas of processing machinery.
Water disinfection systems to treat water used for washing meat, fruit, salad and vegetables prior to packing.
Air purification systems for key areas in processing and packing areas help ensure the microbial load of the air is as low as possible.

UV based disinfection systems are a chemical-free process, which makes them environmentally friendly. Want to know more?.

How it works

UV IS GREAT FOR SENSITIVE PRODUCTION PROCESSES

Both processing and packing areas and the packaging materials themselves can be treated using ultraviolet light irradiation via tunnel based systems.

It is particularly effective for products that are sensitive to heat or chemical change.

PACKING MACHINERY APPLICATIONS

Disinfection systems can also be used on the packing machinery itself, targeting boxes, trays, cartons, pots, sealing foils, lids, bags, caps and tops for bottles and jars, bottlenecks themselves and so many more.

WHY UV LIGHT IS BETTER THAN CHEMICALs

Benefits of using UV technology are:

It uses no added chemicals or preservatives.
It leaves no residue, and does not alter the taste of the food.
Food will not be damaged or altered by heat-based treatment processes.
UV-C light is proven to reduce or eliminate E.coli, Salmonella, Listeria, and other foodborne pathogens*It is a more environmentally friendly solution than chemical-based processes.

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Our sales and technical support teams are here to help make sure you are using the right UV technology for your needs. Email us today to start your conversation.

Industry Applications

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