The FDA, or the Food and Drug Administration, has strict requirements for the manufacturing of food for human consumption. All restaurants and commercial food manufacturers must follow these regulations. You should know what they are and how stainless steel can help with your food preparation and material handling and conveying, also to inclide barrings, chains, and other motion related products. Follow the guide below to find out FDA cleaning standards, and how a stainless steel appliance can benefit your business. 

What Are Food Manufacturing Requirements?

According to the Code of Federal Regulations, all physical facilities and appliances of the plant must be maintained in a clean and sanitary condition. All cleaning and sanitizing of the belts and machines must be done in a manner that protects against allergen cross-contact and contamination of food, food-contact surfaces, or food-packaging materials. Food-contact surfaces used for processing, manufacturing, packing, or holding low-moisture items must be in a clean, dry, and sanitary condition before use. 

Cleaning compounds and sanitizing agents cannot contain any microorganisms and must be safe under the conditions of use. All food contact surfaces must be cleaned as frequently as necessary to protect against cross-contact and contamination.

How Can Stainless Steel Help?

Stainless steel is a common material used in food preparation and the process of material handling and conveying. This is because it is corrosion resistant and will not rust. These belts and appliances are also resistant to heat and are highly durable. It is neutral to food during the process of material handling and conveying. This means it will not change the taste, smell, or color of the food it comes into contact with. It is easy to clean and maintain, which makes meeting FDA regulations much easier than with other materials.

Industrial Component Sales, Inc. of Hudson, WI, sells stainless steel shaftless screw conveyors for material handling and conveying. These are ideal for handling sticky and sluggish bulk materials. They also carry linear motion products, roller chains, V belts, and more for your manufacturing needs. They also have offices in Bemidji, MN, Delavan, WI, and Lincoln, NE, for convenient service throughout the region. Visit the professionals online to view their products and call (651) 270-0151 to speak with a representative.