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HyGUARD products for food industry (4003
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Products 4003 HyGUARD® Europe Antimicrobial Conveyor and Processing Belts for the Food Industry Habasit– Solutions in motion

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The increasing number of foodstuff recalls and food poisoning cases due to microbiological, physical, or chemical contamination emphasizes the importance of reliable hygiene standards. 30% of food alert notifications and 16% of food information notifications in 2002 were caused by bacteria and other microorganisms. The result is that these products will either not reach the market or are being withdrawn from it. (Source: Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed Report for the Year 2002) With machinery and processes already improved to higher safety standards, the focus now lies on improving...

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Hurdle technology The food industry is striving to improve the quality and shelf life of food products as the industry's awareness of responsibility and liability increases. This has led to the implementation of tougher hygiene and quality management systems, such as HACCP and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Furthermore, food processors are searching for additional tools to increase the safety of their products. The development of multiple safety hurdles to control food-borne pathogens and spoilage microorganisms along the food chain from farm to table is a top priority for the food...

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product design Habasit's antimicrobial food conveyor belts are designed to complement existing hygiene and safety procedures in food plants. Daily use and cleaning cause mechanical stress and damage to belt surfaces. This leads to increased retention of soil and growth of microorganisms, as not even optimal cleaning intervals nor a sophisticated HACCP concept can guarantee effective cleaning. HyGUARD® food conveyor belts contain an additive that protects the entire belt throughout its service life against microorganisms, especially in microcracks and cuts that are inaccessible to cleaning...

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E. coli P. aeruginosa L. monocytogenes Film Adherence Test HyGUARD® conveyor belts were compared to traditional food conveyor belts in a Film Adherence Test. A controlled amount of test organisms was applied to each belt surface; after 24 hours the remaining microorganisms were counted. Tested by TNO Netherlands ■ Traditional conveyor belt ■ HyGUARD® antimicrobial food conveyor belt Droplet Test This test reflects the actual situation in food processing plants. Droplets containing bacteria in nutrient solution were applied to traditional and antimicrobial conveyor belt surfaces; after 24...

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Compliance with legal regulations CONVEYOR BELTS SERIES {EUROPEAN MARKET) REINACH-BASEL/ SWITZERLAND RCC PRODUCT CERTIFICATION SERVICE PHONE +41 B1 975 11 11 WovmMtDn on the mmnosHion ol the betow mentioned product was provided to RCC FAX +41 61 971 50 72 Ltd, Reglstratldn and Consulting Division. CH - 4452 llingen / Switzerland by Habasit AG, CH - 4153 Relnach-Basel / Switzerland with letters of June 1. 1999 and Analytical investigations as determinations of miration and of transfer of anlmicrobic consfituents were performed and indicated constants with current regulators. for the European...

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At Habasit, we listen. We innovate. And we deliver integrated belting solutions - right first time. Customer first Habasit understands that our success depends on the success of our customers. That's why we offer solutions, not just products; partnership, not just sales. Our innovative belting solutions are tailored exactly to specific needs. We guarantee best value for money in every application. Since its foundation in 1946, Habasit has proven this understanding of customer needs for more than 50 years. That's Product range Habasit offers the largest selection of fabric and plastic...

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Habasit GmbH, Wien Habasit Hungaria Kft., Esztergom Habasit Import/Export Romania SRL, United Kingdom and Ireland Habasit, Corby Habasit Belgium N.V., Zaventem Habasit Canada Ltd., Oakville Habasit East Asia Ltd., Hong Kong Czech Republic Habasit Bohemia spol. s.r.o., Brno Habasit France S.A., Mulhouse Habasit GmbH, Eppertshausen Habasit Italians Spa, Vittorio Veneto Habasit Nippon Co. Ltd., Yokohama Habasit Baltic SIA, Daugavpils Habasit Netherlands BV, Nijkerk Habasit Norge A/S, Oslo Habasit Far East Pte. Ltd..Singapore Habasit Schweiz, Reinach Habasit East Asia (Taiwan) Ltd Taipei Hsien...

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