How Is Machine Design Made Hygienic?

 As for any other industrial sector, food manufacturing cannot exist without taking into account many different factors, among which hygiene is the most important one. Contemporary food manufacturing plants need equipment that would be efficient in terms of its production rate and, at the same time, meet strict sanitary requirements during operation. Hygienic machine design is one of the primary issues considered by engineers and manufacturing experts of Fabcon India. The company develops the process food processing and conveying systems that comply with international food safety practices. But what exactly makes machine hygienic? Let's explore the essential features.


Importance of Hygienic Machine Design


Food processing equipments come into direct contact with the raw materials, oils, seasonings, and the final finished products. Poorly designed machines can lead to product contamination and bacterial growth. And, a very difficult cleaning process also increases the food safety risk. Hygiene machine design minimizes this risk while improving operational efficiency and product quality.


Use of Food-Grade Stainless Steel 


Some of the important  characteristics that define the quality of sanitary machines include their construction from food-grade stainless steel, particularly type SS 304 and SS 316. Fabcon India manufactures its parts for food contact using high-quality stainless steel.


Stainless steel offers corrosion resistance, smooth, non-porous surfaces, and easy cleaning. It also has high durability and are resistant to chemicals and moisture. These are suitable for aggressive food environments due to its superior resistance to corrosion and cleaning chemicals.


Smooth Surface Finishing


Hygienic machines must have smooth and polished surfaces that prevent food particles, oil, and moisture from accumulating. Fabcon India emphasizes on smooth surface construction to reduce contamination risk. The benefits of smooth surfaces is that it prevents bacterial growth and eliminates hidden contamination areas, and the cleaning and sanitization process is also simplified, as it reduces product residue build-up.


Tool-Less Belt Removal Systems


Conveyor belt cleaning can be challenging at times in conventional food processing plants. Fabcon India features tool-less belt removal solutions which help achieve more effective and quick cleaning operations.


The benefits of this are: 

  • Efficient cleaning process

  • Minimal downtime

  • Ease of maintenance

  • Effective sanitation


Conveyor belts can be quickly disassembled for efficient cleaning.


Hygienic design of machinery is very important for the food processing industries of today. The use of materials like stainless steel, smooth surface, clean-in-place features, module construction, toolless cleaning system, etc., is very important in maintaining hygiene and thus facilitating food processing effectively.


Fabcon India  incorporates these highly advanced hygienic designing concepts in its snack processing, conveying, seasoning, and automation equipment.

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