However, it is prudent to understand that in the food industry, the usage of conveyor belts, although ubiquitous, comes with its own. disadvantages and advantages; for example, conveyor belts have greatly increased the efficiency of a number of manufacturing facilities, which in turn has increased the output of several of these companies. The use of conveyor belts by the food industry has several pre-requisites which have been set by the FDA or Food and Drug Authority, which can be used a template for creating guidelines for the installation of the same in all kinds of facilities globally; to elaborate, it is crucial to understand that:
Easy Cleaning and Sanitization:
Conveyor belts should be constructed in a manner that enables easy cleaning and sanitization of the same: this can also include the removal and/ or smoothening of any cracks or crevices that may appear during the initial and consequent usage of the belts itself.
Food Grade Material:
Conveyor belts should also be constructed of Food Grade material, as most of the products that are moved through these belts are moved without a barrier or primary packaging for protection; additionally, using food grade lubricants and grease on all equipment being used inside a food manufacturing facility is also essential to ensure that all Food Safety is given the highest priority in the workplace.
Food-Safe Cleaning Chemicals:
An aspect of conveyor belt maintenance that is regularly pushed to the side-lines is the usage of food-safe chemical products for the cleaning and sanitization of conveyor belts; it is essential that all employees who are in-charge of the upkeep of this equipment be aware of this, in order to avoid any potential food borne hazard risks.
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