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When first confronted with a pathogen problem in a facility, it is hard to pinpoint an exact root cause from so many potential sources.

Published guidance is available to industry professionals regarding recommended procedures for controlling Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat produce operations.

Because stainless steel materials are in widespread use in food processing and food preparation, it is important to recognize their limitations.  

Compressed air is used in a broad range of applications in the food processing industry.

3M’s Commercial Solutions is phasing out its traditional bleached corrugated boxes and phasing in greener Kraft brown boxes for products such as 3M's Scotch-Brite Hand Pads and Griddle Cleaning products.

One key aspect of sanitation is the prevention and immediate elimination of any and all pest infestations in a food plant.

Mighty Line floor tape products are designed to help managers make their facilities safer, more organized and productive. They can be used to color-code various functional areas in the plant, highlight hazardous areas, and provide critical safety warning messages.

The role of airborne contamination of processed foods is controversial and fraught with contradictory opinions.

Pest infestation results in product adulteration, which can lead to product loss, possible recall or regulatory control action and potential loss of business.

Most retrofits fall into one of two categories: 1) Upgrade/modernize your plant or 2) expand or repurpose your plant.