
Food hazards in slaughterhouses: drainage systems for the meat industry
Food hazards in slaughterhouses: drainage systems for the meat industry The risk of bacterial contamination is much higher in food processing facilities such as slaughterhouses and meat processing plants, therefore maximum hygiene is paramount. There exist many hazards which can affect food safety, but at the heart of all of them there are problems related to workplace hygiene issues. In a nutshell, meat processing plants need to be designed and constructed with food safety in mind as the higher hygiene standards are, the safer the meat we eat is. Food hazards should not be underestimated throughout the entire meat production process, from slaughtering to delivery and storage. In this article we will focus on the important role that drainage systems play in terms of hygiene in slaughterhouses by removing waste water and also collecting meat waste. The three types of food hazards in slaughterhouses In slaughterhouses and meat processing plants there are basically three types of food hazards: chemical, biological and microbiological. We are neither going to take into consideration the first as it’s linked to detergents and disinfectants used in cleaning operations nor the second which is due to the parasites of cattle, but our focus will be on the latter. Indeed, drainage systems come into play to prevent the microbiological risk of food contamination caused by pathogenic microorganisms such as viruses and bacteria, which may occur in any stage of meat processing. Besides walls, ceilings, switches and handles, another possible source of contamination are floors and drainage systems installed to drain waste water; for this reason drainage systems must comply with safety guidelines set forth by HACCP protocol which, in Italy, sets out good hygiene practices for all operators in the food chain. HACCP in the meat supply chain: the role of drainage systems Since the HACCP protocol clearly states that not only food-contact surfaces but also walls and floors must be easily washable and disinfectable in food processing plants, drainage systems undoubtedly plays a delicate and key role by avoiding water stagnation on the floor where germs may proliferate. Yet, mold and bacteria growth might occur on drainage channels and gullies as well, affecting the hygiene of the entire work environment. That’s why it is so important to choose easily disinfectable drainage systems made of stainless steel, the only material that ensures durability and resistance to corrosion. In order to provide a superior hygienic performance, Inoxsystem® has developed the innovative Inoxsystem® Total Hygienic line. The design of these top-of-the-range drainage systems does not allow bacterial growth as channels roundes internal and gullies removable odor trap and filter basket kits ensure easy and thorough cleaning. A few good recommendations for maximum hygiene in slaughterhouses One of the major problems connected the meat industry is water disposal. First of all, filter baskets should have proper dimensions and capacity in order to collect solid waste originating from meat processing. Then, drainage systems should be suitable also for cold rooms where very high standards of hygiene are required. Inoxsystem® offers a floor drain with double odor trap, which means a double barrier against germs and smells, further strenghtened by a super resistant "O-ring" gasket. Another big issue that affects cold rooms is low temperatures. The risk of freezing is high for the water inside the odor trap system, so we recommend to install a direct outlet in cold rooms and relocate the odor trap away from cold as without water it would otherwise not work. Discover our range of products Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. QmxvZzogRm9vZCBoYXphcmRzIGluIHNsYXVnaHRlcmhvdXNlczogZHJhaW5hZ2Ugc3lzdGVtcyBmb3IgdGhlIG1lYXQgaW5kdXN0cnkKPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5EYTo8L3N0cm9uZz57e2ZpcnN0LW5hbWV9fSB7e2xhc3QtbmFtZX19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPkVtYWlsOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7ZW1haWx9fTwvcD4KPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5PZ2dldHRvOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7c3ViamVjdH19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPkF6aWVuZGE6PC9zdHJvbmc+e3themllbmRhfX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+VGVsZWZvbm86PC9zdHJvbmc+e3twaG9uZX19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPk1lc3NhZ2dpbzo8L3N0cm9uZz57e21lc3NhZ2V9fTwvcD4= I accept the Privacy Send Message More from the blog

Underground garage: how to avoid flooding
Underground garage: how to avoid flooding Let's face it: when it's raining, underground garages are really convenient. Not quite so pleasant, however, when rain gets heavier and they floods. This problem is common to many apartment buildings which garages are located in the basement and, in most cases, flooding is due to misjudgements during building design phase. Indeed, whether it is a newly built floor or a renovation, it is paramount to bolster your home defense against the possible damages caused by rainwater during planning process, also giving the fact that more and more often nowadays rain turns into cloudbursts. Predicting potential drainage problems is essential to keep you house durable and maintain its value over time, avoiding structural damage (walls and floors). Anyway, it is possible to fix this problem also when the design mistakes have alreaby been made by installing a proper drainage system that prevent basement flooding and mould growth on the walls. The proper drainage system to stop your garage from flooding If your underground garage turns into a swimming pool while it’s raining hard it is because, being located below ground level, it is more exposed to the problem of rainwater runoff. To definitively solve the problem it will be sufficient to install a drainage system in the pavement that can collect the water and lead it to the drainage points. The most frequent fear among homeowners is that of having to intervene in a radical way, or alternatively of having to live forever with the nightmare of water on the floor. But fortunately, the solution exists and it is even simpler than expected. The most effective remediation technique consists, in fact, in laying manhole covers or slotted or grilled channels in the flooring, which will thus be able to "capture" excess water. The benefits will be seen immediately: have you ever thought about the advantage of having the garage floor always dry, even after parking the car with wet tires on rainy days? One is not worth the other: the underground garage wants a stainless steel drainage system When it comes to garages, you need drainage systems that are resistant to heavy loads. The garage flooring is, in fact, subjected to weight stress on a daily basis, every time a car enters and exits the garage. Drainage systems must therefore also do their job ensuring long-lasting performance. The choice of material and accessories, together with the correct maintenance, greatly affects the resistance capacity of the channels and drain grates. In addition to being an elegant and hygienic material, stainless steel is also one of the strongest materials. For this reason, Inoxsystem® drainage systems are entirely made of stainless steel, with important thicknesses and closely spaced reinforcing rods. The product, in fact, must not undergo deformations that could lead to the formation of cracks and thus damage the entire flooring. For its drainage systems Inoxsystem® has also studied a special three-component epoxy resin which, applied under the edges of the channel, offers a certified product in capacity class D400 and capable of supporting the transit of loads and heavy vehicles. Given the different expansion between the materials, it is recommended to keep the floor detached from the drainage system by a few millimeters during installation, in order to create an adequate elastic joint. Discover our range of products Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. QmxvZzogVW5kZXJncm91bmQgZ2FyYWdlOiBob3cgdG8gYXZvaWQgZmxvb2RpbmcKPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5EYTo8L3N0cm9uZz57e2ZpcnN0LW5hbWV9fSB7e2xhc3QtbmFtZX19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPkVtYWlsOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7ZW1haWx9fTwvcD4KPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5PZ2dldHRvOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7c3ViamVjdH19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPkF6aWVuZGE6PC9zdHJvbmc+e3themllbmRhfX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+VGVsZWZvbm86PC9zdHJvbmc+e3twaG9uZX19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPk1lc3NhZ2dpbzo8L3N0cm9uZz57e21lc3NhZ2V9fTwvcD4= I accept the Privacy Send Message More from the blog

Breweries, how to ward off the threat of the wet floor
Breweries, how to ward off the threat of the wet floor On the one hand the risk for workers to get injured, on the other hand the risk of microbial contamination. Inside breweries, whether they are big factories or just small producers, the wet floor is a cause of concern. Due to the high amount of liquids that pours out all over the ground during the production phases, cutting the problem at its root is almost impossible, not to mention the vast amount of water used for washing machinery, which is necessary to guarantee the hygiene standards required by the food sector. Breweries must therefore pay maximum attention to both workers and environment safety. The solution is to equip production plants with a proper drainage system made of channels that drains water off the floor. The floor as well must be designed accurately as a slope is necessary for effective drainage. Wet floor and risk of injury In breweries wet floors are one of the main causes of workplace accidents. This is why injury prevention must be a core value in corporate culture. Safety regulations in the workplace are stringent and require specific individual and collective protection equipment. Slips and falls on overly wet floors can cause serious injuries, also given the presence of high-temperature machinery used in the various stages of beer production such as so-called “mashing boilers” used in the mashing process that create, combining a mix of grains and hot water, a malty liquid calles wort. This process requires high temperatures, which can vary from 35 to 75 degrees. HACCP protocol and bacterial contamination risk The strict health regulations applied to the food sector also apply to breweries. Infact, both industrial and craft breweries must adopt the HACCP protocol drawing up a manual in which good hygiene practices are explained to protect consumers. Hence, a thorough cleaning of machinery and manufacturing plant, from goods reception area and warehouse to malting, cooking, pasteurization and bottling areas is of paramount importance. Proper cleaning and sanitation start from the floor, in food sector but even more in breweries where wet floors and consequent water stagnation may cause bacteria growth thus jeopardizing the health of the environment. In the war against eccess water, proper slope flooring along with an efficient drainage system is the best weapon available for breweries. With an eye to the choice of materials, because only stainless steel can guarantee the high hygienic performance required to the food sector. Drainage systems for breweries: little tricks, great benefits Stainless steel drainage systems are located in the middle of the floor in breweries: basically it is a linear channel that covers the whole length of the room. Water is allowed to run over the floor and if it is sloped properly there won’t be water stagnation thus avoiding accumulation of dirt, bacteria growth and bad smell. In addition, to simplify the design of floors, Inoxsystem® has equipped its channels with a built-in slope that allows water and waste flow more quickly through the channel and to the catch basin. Therefore, when designing the floor only two sides out of four must be sloped thus saving time, effort and also money. Breweries can also choose between slot channels and channels with grating. The former are the most practical solution to combine the elegance of stainless steel with functionality and hygiene. Completely inspectable thanks to rounded internal corners, they can be easily cleaned with a water jet. The latter are equipped with a cover grating that can be completely removed in case solid waste carried by water need to be manually removed. To help the food & beverage industry in its daily fight against bacteria, Inoxsystem® has developed the new top of the range Total Hygienic line which allows the removal of odor trap and filter basket for a thorough cleaning. Discover our range of products Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. QmxvZzogQnJld2VyaWVzLCBob3cgdG8gd2FyZCBvZmYgdGhlIHRocmVhdCBvZiB0aGUgd2V0IGZsb29yCjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+RGE6PC9zdHJvbmc+e3tmaXJzdC1uYW1lfX0ge3tsYXN0LW5hbWV9fTwvcD4KPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5FbWFpbDo8L3N0cm9uZz57e2VtYWlsfX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+T2dnZXR0bzo8L3N0cm9uZz57e3N1YmplY3R9fTwvcD4KPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5BemllbmRhOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7YXppZW5kYX19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPlRlbGVmb25vOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7cGhvbmV9fTwvcD4KPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5NZXNzYWdnaW86PC9zdHJvbmc+e3ttZXNzYWdlfX08L3A+ I accept the Privacy Send Message More from the blog

Drainage systems in pharmaceutical industry must be 100% reliable
Drainage systems in pharmaceutical industry must be 100% reliable Hygiene standards are very high in pharmaceutical industry; in this sector, more than others, there’s no room for mistakes. To prevent drugs from being contaminated during the production phase, the entire environment, not just the machinery, is under strict sanitation protocols. Suffice it to say that no drug can be marketed before "cleaning validation", a process that provides documented evidence that an approved cleaning procedure will provide clean equipment, suitable for its intended use. When it comes to processing, storage and conservation of substances used in medicine or cosmetics, the sanitation operations of the environment follow strict health regulations, starting from an appropriate plant design. In this regard floors must be taken into consideration as well: indeed, drainage systems play a key role as their performance, especially in pharmaceutical industry, must be flawless. Sterilization of clean rooms in the pharmaceutical industry In pharmaceutical plants bacteria must absolutely be kept out. The "cleanrooms", in industrial laboratories as well as in hospitals, must be completely sterile. But what are "cleanrooms"? Sterilized and controlled atmosphere environments designed to maintain extremely low levels of particulates, such as dust, airborne organisms for pharmaceutical production. Air purity in a cleanroom is even higher than that of an operating room: indeed, air flow systems ensure forced recirculation of the air which is thus filtered. The standard that regulates clean rooms, and all associated controlled environments, is ISO 14644. The operation of a cleanroom is based on the sterilization process which is possible only if the room is completely sealed. Drainage systems to protect cleanrooms from bacteria In the cleanrooms of pharmaceutical facilities, floors play a key role and drainage systems as well, taking surface water away from floors and thus eliminating stagnant waste water, smells and, consequently, the risk of microbial growth. Drainage systems must also keep cleanrooms aseptic. In a nutshell: they must force the water out without letting dirt and bacteria coming back up. How to do that? Inoxsystem® boasts within its product range square top floor drains with blind cover and O-Ring gasket supplied insted of the standard drilled cover. You just have to remove the blind cover with a suction cup to let water be drained away when needed and then, once cleaning operations have been completed, replace the blind cover on the floor drain in order to keep the environment completely separated from waste water. This blind cover is equipped with an “O-ring” gasket, a resistant loop of elastomer which is compressed resulting in zero clearance, thus "sealing" the room and effectively prevent bacteria from contaminating the environment. And what about the flooring? All Inoxsystem® products can be equipped with a clamping flange for PVC flooring widely used in cleanrooms as they have no grout lines. Drainage systems will be provided with a frame and a screwdown flange that mechanically clamp the vinyl beneath ensuring a water tight seal between vinyl floor and clamp making it impossible for germs and bacteria to proliferate. Finally, for unrivalled hygienic performance, Inoxsystem® has developed the new Inoxsystem® Total Hygienic line, drainage systems especially suitable for the pharmaceutical sector. In addition to internal rounded corners, a feature that all Inoxsystem® product range have, this type of floor drains and channels are equipped with a removable odor trap & filter basket kit for a complete and thorough cleaning. Pharmaceutical industry requires drainage systems made of grade 316 stainless steel. The importance of choosing the right material for drainage systems is vital for their performance. In pharmaceutical industry drainage systems must be manufactured in stainless steel as it is the only alloy that meet the strict standards of hygiene of this sector. Its extreme resistance to corrosion, indeed, eliminates the risk of contamination due to volatile organic compounds. However, stainless steels are not all the same: all users shoud evaluate their suitability for each itended use. Unlike the food sector, where grade 304 stainless steel is widely used, the pharmaceutical sector requires grade 316. Both contain chromium and nickel, yet the key difference is molybdenum: 316 stainless steel contains molybdenum, 304 stainless steel does not. Molybdenum drastically enhances corrosion resistance, making 316 stainless steel the ideal solution especially for more saline or chloride-exposed environment, or where acids at a high concentration are used. Discover our range of products Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. 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Rainwater drainage for a sustainable future
Rainwater drainage for a sustainable future Rainwater drainage systems look forward to a more sustainable future. Watchword: less waste. Climate change and more and more frequent "cloudburts" urgently require private houses and public buildings to bolster their defense against floodings and infiltrations. If drainage channels are no longer optional, connecting them to an efficient rainwater collection system can make a difference in terms of water saving. To avoid wasting the most precious resource on the planet, it is time to deal with the numbers of daily water consumption, especially its withdrawal. And, inevitably, to come to terms with the environment. Let's start with a fact: 419 liters per inhabitant. It is the daily withdrawal of water for drinking use in Italy, equal to 9.2 billion national cubic meters, to guarantee water supply for domestic, public, commercial and productive purposes. These data come from Istat, which annually draws up a report on national consumption on the occasion of the World Water Day. Rainwater harvesting: a bit of history. A foot in the past and an eye to the future; it might seem a contradiction but actually the collection of rainwater can be traced up to early history. Indeed, systems for collection and redistribution of water were studied in ancient Greece and the Romans became masters in water harvesting by developing infrastructures that diverted water in covered cisterns built in the ground underneath the courts. Evidence shows that different types of rainwater collection systems were used even in 4000 BC, during the Neolithic period, to collect rainwater in order to cope with periods of draughts. Today, in many European cities, urban rainwater harvesting projects are becoming increasingly common to turn rainwater into a resource and the problem of floods into an opportunity. The so-called “climate resilient development” is turning cities into “sponge-cities”. And, where possible, the water is collected tobe re-used. But there is still a long way to go and even private houses can do their part. Let's see how. The collection of rainwater starts with the right drainage. To take full advantage of rainwater collection systems, proper drainage channels are paramount. Are you thinking of just placing cisterns in the garden? Ask yourself how much water will actually fall to the ground without the possibility to be re-used. The first step to harvest rainwater by not letting it go to waste is therefore to design an adequate drainage system for your home. This also applies to public works: car parks, squares, stations, parks and sport facilities need hydraulically efficient drainage channels able to cope with more and more heavy rainfall. Connected to collection systems, they direct rainwater to some sort of storage vessels allowing water reuse. How do you plan the drainage and collection of rainwater? How would you design the drainage and collection of rainwater? The drainage channels that intercept and convey rainwater to the collection systems can be installed in all kinds of floors. In case of new construction it is advisable to design pavements and squares with the proper slope that allows water to flow towards the channels gratings. Drainage channels, and roof drain pipe sas well, will be connected to rainwater storage tanks that can be istalled undergroud , for a better aesthetic impact. The small debris carried by rainwater will be captured by the floor drains which allow maintenance and the removal of blockages. connected to the drainage channels which can be inspected. In fact, to speed up the cleaningoperations, Inoxsystem recommends inserting a filter basket capable of "blocking" the dirt before the water reaches the collection tank. The rainwater collected by the drainage systems can thus be reused for irrigation of the garden. But not only that: also for cleaning external areas, washing cars and draining the toilet. And the environment will thank you. Discover our range of products Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. QmxvZzogUmFpbndhdGVyIGRyYWluYWdlIGZvciBhIHN1c3RhaW5hYmxlIGZ1dHVyZQo8cD48c3Ryb25nPkRhOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7Zmlyc3QtbmFtZX19IHt7bGFzdC1uYW1lfX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+RW1haWw6PC9zdHJvbmc+e3tlbWFpbH19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPk9nZ2V0dG86PC9zdHJvbmc+e3tzdWJqZWN0fX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+QXppZW5kYTo8L3N0cm9uZz57e2F6aWVuZGF9fTwvcD4KPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5UZWxlZm9ubzo8L3N0cm9uZz57e3Bob25lfX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+TWVzc2FnZ2lvOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7bWVzc2FnZX19PC9wPg== I accept the Privacy Send Message More from the blog

How to design a perfec winery
How to design a perfec winery
In wineries, drainage systems are essential to take high amounts of wastewater away from floors during both wine making process and cleaning operations.
A good drainage system prevents wine from risks of contamination thus preserving its quality.
Stainless steel drainage systems guarantee high load resistance and high hygienic performance.
Efficient drainage systems prevent risks caused by wet floors to protect the safety of workers.
Good wine requires good grapes, but it’s not enough. Even when it comes to wineries, food safety comes first. The HACCP protocol states it explicitly: all the food and beverage manufacturing plants must strictly comply with the hygiene and safety standards during production and processing of food and beverage. For this reason a healthy and clean environment, including warehouses and storage areas, is a basic requirement also for wineries. Indeed, especially for wineries. Considering the high amount of water used in wine production it is easy to understand why the installation of drainage systems must be taken into consideration when designing wineries. In all stages of production (vinification, refinement, stabilization, clarification, bottling) a good drainage system prevents the environment from contamination, preserves wine quality and ensure the safety of workers. How much water does it take to make wine? It generally takes from as little as 2 liters of water all the way up to 20 to make a bottle of wine. What does this numbers say? That a proper drainage system is essential in wineries. Large volumes of water are used during all stages of wine making, from the moment grapes are taken into the winery to filtration before bottling. However, nearly all of the water is used for sanitizing and cleaning operations of machinery, containers, floors and barriques. But how to avoid water stagnation and take such high volumes of water away without causing floors to flood? With a custom-made drainage system, slot shannels and channels with grating that takes away every drop of water from the floor. Good drainage goes hand in hand with good wine. Expert winemakers, and non-expert as well, know the importance of humidity for proper wine storage. Yet, in wineries, an inadequate drainage system can turn a strong point into a problem; indeed, armful bacterial agents can proliferate and compromise the wine quality, or, in the worst cases, seriously compromise food safety. This is particularly true in the aging stage of the wine in the barrels. In the storage area temperature and humidity should be kept as stable as possible in order to avoid water stagnation and odors. Drainage systems are crucial to ensure hygiene and food safety in this extremely critical phase, as well as in the next extremely delicate stage that is bottling after microbiological stabilization of wine. In these environments attention must be kept high: if something goes wrong at this point, the quality of wine is irreparably compromised. Each winery requires a different drainage system. Each winery is unique, yet it’s not all about the soil. Environment and critical points must be kept into consideration as well. Thanks to over 20 years’ experience in the sector, Inoxsystem® can create drainage systems designed according to any specific needs. Inoxsystem® team is always available to support its customers studying together with architects, surveyors and site managers, or directly with the winery owner, the best and most effective drainage system. Slopes and channel layouts are developed bearing in mind the peculiar features of each different winery, but there is one thing they all have in common: the choice of material, which is even more important when it comes to food sector. All of Inoxsystem® products are entirely made of grade 304 stainless steel (grade 316 on request) to ensure maximum resistance to heavy loads and high hygienic performance. Indeed, cleaning a poor quality drainage system is expesive as m
A poor quality drainage system is indeed costly to clean if the level of hygiene and sanitation required by law for food production plants is to be guaranteed. The new Inoxsystem® Total Hygenic line even makes it possible to speed up the sanitization operations thanks to a frameless grating and completely removable odor traps and filter baskets. Safety in wineries is not just food safety. Let’s think of the muddy ground after grapes are taken with tractors to the wineries. Or to water that pours out all over the the ground while washing grapes before their crushing. In wineries floors are slippery and are often prone to flooding. To protect the employees and make the workplace safer, drainage systems must handle high loads according to any specific requirement and must ensure high flow rates. Anti-slip the gratings are also important in order to prevent accidents: the new Inoxsystem® Total Hygenic grating, besides making cleaning operations very easy, is also an ally of worker safety thanks to its notched surface. Discover our range of products Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. QmxvZyA0OiBIb3cgdG8gZGVzaWduIGEgcGVyZmVjIHdpbmVyeQo8cD48c3Ryb25nPkRhOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7Zmlyc3QtbmFtZX19IHt7bGFzdC1uYW1lfX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+RW1haWw6PC9zdHJvbmc+e3tlbWFpbH19PC9wPgo8cD48c3Ryb25nPk9nZ2V0dG86PC9zdHJvbmc+e3tzdWJqZWN0fX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+QXppZW5kYTo8L3N0cm9uZz57e2F6aWVuZGF9fTwvcD4KPHA+PHN0cm9uZz5UZWxlZm9ubzo8L3N0cm9uZz57e3Bob25lfX08L3A+CjxwPjxzdHJvbmc+TWVzc2FnZ2lvOjwvc3Ryb25nPnt7bWVzc2FnZX19PC9wPg== I accept the Privacy Send Message More from the blog

Cloudburst-proof floor drainage systems
Cloudburst-proof floor drainage systems Both for public and above all private buildings drainage systems are no longer optional because the effects of climate change are clear for all to see. More and more often nowadays rain turns into violent storms, commonly known as “cloudbursts" (rainfall rate equal to or greater than 30 millimetres per hour or, according to other climatologists, 50 mm within two hours is a cloudburst). Then how to protect yourself? With drainage systems - channels and floor drains – which take surface water away from floors. Whether it is a newly built floor or a renovation work, to avoid basement flooding and mould growth in terraces it is crucial to bolster your home defense against rainwater, since the consequences of an incorrect design can seriously jeopardize the healthiness of living spaces. Drainage systems for public buildings: a forward-looking choice. Flooded streets, squares and parking lots, subway stations completely under water; the images we see more and more often on the news show us a urban fabric, in Italy but also abroad, unable to cope with climate madness. Meteorologists have declared that in 2020 in Italy there has been a 22% increase in "cloudbursts" which, from north to south, have so far caused more than sixty violent storms. If the arrival of a storm can be easily predicted today, knowing in advance how much rain will fall on the ground is still a dream. Yet, public buildings must absolutely be ready in order to prevent damage caused by extreme weather events. Many cities have already developed "climate change resilience plans" to determine how to best respond to these extreme weather events, such as cloudbursts, with appropriate drainage systems in public areas. And it is especially in public buildings that the choice of material used for drainage systems cannot be underestimated. Cast iron or galvanized steel may seem economic solutions, but it is just window-dressing: maintenance costs to correct signs of aging in the long term is something to consider. Stainless steel drainage system, on the other hand, are practically maintenance-free, thanks to their resistance to corrosion and durability. Drainage systems for private buildings: prevention is better than cure. We have said that knowing in advance how much rain will fall during the so-called "cloudbursts" is almost impossible. To prevent your house from flooding, however, a careful design is paramount when it comes to both rooms and structural components. If not even the choice of external paint can be taken lightly, let alone drainage systems that have the daring task of protecting your house from infiltration. A well-designed drainage system prevents those environments such as cellars, porticatos, garages and terraces that are naturally prone to water ingress from the risk of flooding. In conclusion: designing a floor with a proper drainage system is the only solution to protect your home. But even the most demanding aesthetes can breathe a sigh of relief: functionality and design are in perfect harmony. Indeed, the stainless steel drainage systems proposed by Inoxsystem® are not only the best on the market in terms of resistance and hygienic performance, but also know their stuff when it comes to design, adding a touch of modernity to your house. The importance of the right slope for excellent drainage systems. Given that drainage systems are the solution to remove surface water away, let us give you a warning: the correct positioning of the drainage channels is essential for performances always right up at the top. This rule applies to indoor environments, for example shower trays, as well as to outdoor environments in which drainage systems come into play to drain rainwater and also cleaning water. Incorrect positioning of drains can lead to infiltrations and so damage to structures or lower floors. In the planning stage is therefore necessary to check the area where the drainage system will be installed. Conduct a survey before commencing works is crucial in order to study the right slope of the floor that allows water to flow along the floor surface to the channels. This is important beacuse water stagnation provides the optimal conditions for bacterial growth and bad smell. Also, how can we create a fall along the channel towards the drain? Don't worry about that. Inoxsystem® drainage systems are designed with a built-in slope, generally 0.4%, more than enough for the drainage of water and liquids in general. In addition, Inoxsystem® can customize its products, for example channels with extra wide body, according to the specific project needs. Discover our range of products Total Hygienic Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. 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His Majesty Stainless Steel and its irresistible advantages
His Majesty Stainless Steel and its irresistible advantages Its discovery is due to the British Woods and Clarks, who patented an acid-resistant iron alloy in 1872. But it was not until 1913 that its industrialization took place, precisely on August 13, when the first sample of stainless steel materialized. The new discovery took place in an electric furnace in the laboratory of the British Harry Brearley, who had been commissioned to search for a new type of steel for the production of military weapons, capable of resisting erosion caused by heat and friction in rifle barrels. That same day the researcher perfected his recipe: 0.24% carbon and 12.8% chromium. Brearley soon realized that this new alloy could have been used in other contexts as well, starting from the production of cutlery and kitchen utensils for which Sheffield, his hometown, was famous. Two years later Brearley’s discovery riveted none other than the New York Times, which published an article praising for the first time the corrosion resistance of stainless steel. Since then, its career has been on the rise, so much so that today it is still holding the record of the most used material in food and pharmaceutical industry, where it knows no rivals when it comes to hygiene and resistance to heavy loads. But stainless steel also knows how to show off all its elegance and with its recyclability proves its sensibility to environmental issues. Documents, please: here is the stainless steel identity card Don't worry, we won't go into chemistry lessons. You just need to know that stainless steel greater resistance to oxidation and corrosion, compared to common steels, is due to the absence of carbon and above all to the presence of chromium (at least 11%) which gives it the property of corrosion resitance even in highly corrosive environments. The keyword is passivation: a passive, chromium rich complex, oxide film forms naturally on the surface of steel and quickly reforms if damaged, so protection of the underlying metal is instantaneously re-established. It is to say that stainless steel oxidizes without rusting. Its high resistance to corrosion makes stainless steel the perfect choice to achieve maximum hygiene: non-porous and so easy to clean, it guarantees a high bacterial removal efficiency when cleaning. No corrosion, maximum hygiene: the perfect combination against bacteria. After its debut almost a century earlier, at the beginning of 2000 stainless steel hygienic and anti-bacterial properties were discovered and it was first used in food industry, not only for the construction of surfaces and tanks intended to come into contact with food, but also for floor drainage. At that very moment, indeed, drainage systems were first made of stainless steel, and are nowadays used where hygienic performance is essential such as in the food as well as pharmaceutical industry. In Italy Inoxsystem® has been one of the first companies to create a line of drainage systems entirely made of stainless steel, grade 304 and 316 depending on the intended use. AISI 304 is recommended for kitchens, all the food industry (as required by the HACCP protocol ), pharmaceutical industry and civil and industrial sector. AISI 316, on the other hand, is the best choice for environments with high salinity, chlorine content and acids at a high concentration. Inoxsystem has pushed its products to maximum hygienic performance creating a top-of-the-range line, Total Hygenic, with removable odor trap and filter basket and antibacterial grating without banding bar, to prevent the accumulation of dirt and therefore the proliferation of bacteria. Stainless steel and the secret of its "everlasting" youth. Stainless steel seems to never age. Indeed, it resists attack from the environment keeping its special qualities intact over time. We have already talked about the “passive” film that acts against corrosion ensuring long-lasting performance, but stainless steel also knows how to combine resistance to corrosion, typical of noble metals, with high mechanical characteristics (breaking load and hardness), typical of steels. That is why it suits and this feature makes it one of the most durable materials on the market, in short, a real excellence in its own right, both in terms of strength and versatility. Need proof? Take a closer look at the Chrysler Building skyscraper in New York, built in 1929. On its top the stainless steel spire still stands out, as indeed the whole upper part of the building, with its almost one hundred years of history. Stainless steel is always in fashion. Stainless steel is a “timeless” material: trendy but beyond current trends, it never goes out of fashion. It is the undisputed protagonist of luxury spas and swimming pools, both indoor and outdoor, where functionality must necessarily meet design in an elegant and easy to clean environment. Stainless steel does perfectly meet the beauty standards dictated by design catalogs: with its clean lines and neutral color it can easily blend or become a captivating item which goes beyond a simple piece of furniture. Given an undeniable aesthetic elegance, stainless steel drainage systems can, indeed must, be left in plain sight not only in wellness centers and starred hotels but also in wineries and breweries, as well as terraces and domestic showers. Why stainless steel is eco-sustainable. Being included among the hygienic and non-polluting materials, among those “entitled” to come into contact with food says a lot about the relationship between stainless steel and the environment. Eco-sustainability is paramount nowadays and stainless steel is environmentally friendly in all respects. The reasons are more than one and they concern both production and disposal. Compared to other metals and alloys, the amount of energy used for the production of stainless steel is really minimal. Furthermore, thanks to their well known longevity, stainless steel products do not need to be replaces in the short term. Stainless steel feets perfectly into circular economy: it is 100% recyclable and can start a new life cycle almost endlessly with a lot of environmental and sustainability benefits. Discover our range of products Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. 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HACCP certification in the food sector: let's be clear
HACCP certification in the food sector: let's be clear The legislation is clear: all the procedures involved in the production and processing of food must strictly comply with the hygiene and safety requirements listed in the HACCP certification, the compass for all operators in the supply chain. The acronym stands for "Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points". In summary, it is a safety protocol developed to guarantee food safety that arrives on the shelves of supermarkets and small shops, as well as on the tables of restaurants and clubs and school and industrial canteens. All operators must scrupulously, as well as compulsorily, respect the HACCP protocol, from the first steps of a new business, in particular during the design of the workplace. Facilities as well as machinery that come into contact with food must meet specific hygiene criteria. Let's start from the story: the HACCP certification comes from space. It’s got nothing to do with aliens, yet the history of HACCP certification begins in space. The system was indeed conceived in the 1960s in the United States with the aim of ensuring that the food supplied to NASA astronauts did not have any negative effect on their health, thus steming a concrete risk that could endanger missions in space. In Europe, and therefore also in Italy, the protocol was introduced in the 1990s, becoming mandatory for all food sector operators. Right after the legislation entered into force in 2006, the Danzi was definitively repealed and specific sanctions became applicable for those who do not follow the HACCP protocol to the letter. The scenario was far from limited: this is why, given the wide variety of food companies, products and procedures, the European Commission has drawn up guidelines to simplify the application of hygiene and food safety requirements according to HACCP certification. Self-control and HACCP are not synonymous: the Ministry of Health explains it. HACCP certification requires all operators in the so-called "post-primary" food sectors to draw up a "self-control plan", essentially a series of documents on food products safety to be made available to the control bodies during the inspection phase. This applies not only to the kitchens of restaurants, bars and public places, but also to dairies, wineries, breweries and slaughterhouses. In technical jargon, the "self-control plan" is called "manual" and must contain all the information relating to the hygiene and health plan adopted by the company on the basis of the HACCP system. But beware: the Ministry of Health makes it clear that the self-control system and HACCP system are not synonymous. The principle of the self-control system applies to all operators in the food chain, including primary sectors (cultivation, breeding, hunting and fishing), and results in the obligation to constantly monitor production procedures. HACCP, on the other hand, is the means that allows you to apply this principle in a rational and organized manner and is mandatory only for operators in the post-primary sectors. How? By identifying the critical points which, subjected to continuous monitoring, allow to control the risk of food contamination. The 7 commandments of HACCP certification for food business operators. To draw up the HACCP plan, the company must follow the seven principles of the protocol to identify the hazards and establish response actions to prevent and eliminate the risks regarding hygiene and food safety. The manual must also indicate, among other information, the definition of roles and responsibilities within the company, the description of the products, the type of food raw materials used and the employee training program. When it comes to HACCP, the risks that should be eliminated in terms of hygiene and safety are obviously those caused by chemical, physical or biological agents that compromise food safety. Contamination, indeed, is a danger that can occur during any phase of the food cycle, not only therefore in raw material processing, but also in the conservation, storage and distribution procedures. This is why rule number one for any activity in the food chain is a healthy and clean environment HACCP and floors: proper cleaning begins with planning. Dreaming of starting your own business, perhaps a restaurant or a pub, immediately unleashes your imagination: elegant furnishing and the choice of the menu, just like in those fascinating design catalogs and starred restaurants advertisements. But even in the most trendy clubs "in the beginning it was the floor". “And all its accessories” we would add. Yes, because the cleaning procedures necessarily start from the base. During the processing of food raw materials in the kitchens, as well as in breweries, wineries, butcher’s shops and fish industry, food safety can be compromised by water, air, ground and animals. To minimize the risk of contamination, the HACCP certification specifies that food industry facilities must be designed to permit adequate maintenance, cleaning and disinfection. And it goes into detail, pointing out that the accumulation of dirt, contact with toxic materials, condensation, the shedding of particles into food and the formation of or undesirable mold on surfaces must be prevented. Can floors be HACCP certified? There is no certification, but what can be done, or rather must be done, is to design a floor that meets the hygienic requirements of the HACCP certification. Floor drainage systems are essential to get maximum hygiene with minimum effort. Food safety rules clearly state that floors and walls surfaces in food industry facilities must be smooth, compact and easily washable and disinfectable. In particular, the floors can be made of different materials, but they must be rigorously designed to prevent any stagnation of water. And, where high volumes of water are used during food production and processing stages, floors must be sloped sufficiently to convey surface water into drainage systems (channels and floor drains). Can drainage systems be HACCP certified? Let's be clear: HACCP certification is not a “product certification”, and this is good to know before designing your own workplace. It is, instead, a certificate that can be obtained by attending a specific course designed specifically for food industry operators. This certificate “certifies” knowledge of food hygiene requirements, from microbiology to food preservation, from the sanitation procedures in food processing facilities to national and European legislation. There are no floors with HACCP certification, just like there are no HACCP certified drainage systems. Yet, drainage systems manufacturers can design gratings, floor drains and channels according to HACCP protocol guidelines, thus offering products that ensure high hygienic performance. Inoxsystem® Total Hygenic line strictly follows the directives concerning hygiene in the workplace. Thanks to a product entirely made of stainless steel, to a grating without perimeter borders and to the completely removable odor trap, a thorough cleaning of the drainage systems is easily done. Furthermore, by purchasing an Inoxsystem® Total Hygienic branded product, the company provides you with a certificate that guarantees the products’ functionality and a guidance on the cleaning procedures to be followed in order to comply with the existing HACCP regulations. With this certificate combined with your manual, you can sleep easy knowing that you have chosen the ideal solution where hygiene is essential. And your customers, and employees, will thank you. Discover our range of products Total Hygienic Request more information Name Surname Email * Please fill in the required fields. Phone Company Subject Please fill in the required fields. 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Inoxsystem Total Hygienic: a new ally for floor cleaning
Inoxsystem® Total Hygienic: a new ally for floor cleaning. Complyig with hygienic regulation is essential, for Inoxsystem® is even a strong point. Indeed, food and hospitality industry as well as industrial sectors where a high standard of hygiene is paramount can now rely on an excellent ally for floor cleaning and thus for better hygiene. The challenge was a difficult one for Inoxsystem®: going beyond drainage systems in compliance with hygienic regulations and facilitating daily and weekly cleaning routine. In a word, improve the lives of many people. Thus a new line of drainage systems has been created in order to guarantee innovation, design, functionality and high hygienic performance. I clean the floor on a daily basis…but is it enough for a perfectly hygienic environment? The floors of pharmaceutical and food industry, including restaurants and food and beverage service, should be nothing less than perfectly hygienic, thus easy to clean and capable to prevent any water stagnation. Bacteria growth is just around the corner, that’s why cleaning the floor every day might not be enough to prevent pathogens contamination and proliferation. A good daily cleaning routine shall include the drainage systems. No need for companies specialized in the sector, just five minutes. First of all it’s very important to change water in the floor drains: water is essential to stops smells from coming back up but at the same time can be easily attacked by bacteria. Then it’s Inoxsystem® turn to make all the other cleaning operations even easier thanks to the brand new hygienic line where odor trap and filter basket can be completely removed The new Total Hygienic line provides two different models of removable odor trap: removable pipe and removable cup, to ensure effective cleaning. How important is to choose the right material for maximum hygiene? If you want to comply with hygienic regulation but more than that make hygiene one of your strong point a thorough cleaning of the drainage systems is essential. Whether it’s a professional kitchen or a dairy, a slaughter house or a fish shop, a brewery or a winery, to pass the hygiene exam with flying colors is easier tran expected if you choose the right ally. We are talking about stainless steel: a durable alloy with three remarkable qualities: recyclability, stainlesness and last but not least hygiene. Corrosion restistant and totally non-porous, stainless steel is the perfect as weel as the most demanded solution for food processing facilities that can rely on its anti -bacterial properties during cleaning operations. Inoxsystem® Total Hygienic antibacterial and anti-slip gratings. How can the risks of wet floor be reduced? Caution wet floor: the workers of food industry are perfectly aware of the risks caused by wet surfaces, high level of humidity and spilled liquids. Indeed, besides hygiene, production facilities have to respond efficiently and effectively to current health and safety regulations. Whether it is a big industry or a small winery, employee safety is one of the most important requirements and the problem of wet floor must be solved. The drainage systems remove surface water away from a selected area on the floor but the new Inoxsystem® Total Hygienic line offers more: safety goes hand-in-hand with hygiene. Total Hygienic gratings are without banding bars and with notched surface to ensure both antibacterial and antislip performance: the lack of banding bars avoids the accumulation of dirt and bacteria growth while the notched surface reduces the risk of accidental slipping. The highest level of hygiene in a safe environment. Is stainless steel suitable for heavy loads? Stainless steel ensures extreme durability and robustness in terms of high load resistance. In a food storage area food trolleys and forklifts keeps goig to and fro many times a day, every day: from the production department to the wharehouse, from the wharehouse to the loadindg areas. Also in the industrial kitchens dish trolleys can be very heavy, not to mention large barrels and large machinery in big wineries, breweries or food and beverage industries. The floor has to constantly withstand different loads and so does the drainage systems. That is why at Inoxsystem® stainless steel sheet thickness is crucial to guarantee high loag resistance. Moreover, the channel top edge should be filled manually with three-component epoxy-resin to provide greater rigidity to the channel, even with radial shape. Thanks to this combination and a set of high duty gratings, also the new Inoxsystem® Total Hygienic line, like many other standard products in the catalogue, is certified to D400 loading. When functionality meets design The technical features of Total Hygienic drainage systems make them functional and of excellent quality. But if we focus on Spa, swimming pools, terraces and private wineries drainage systems should also enhance the aesthetic quality of the space they are in. And the care for details is the key to catch the customer’s eye. That’s why Inoxsystem® has developed a specific line designed to amaze, for the most elegant floors where hygiene and aesthetic appearance are both a key element. Total Hygienic line is indeed a middle ground between slot channels, and so more discreet, and channels with grating, and so easier to inspect thanks to the removable grating: only a 100 mm wide body with a 65 mm wide grating. Available also with “hidden” edges and, on request, provided with Design, Multi-slot Design and tileable gratings. Customized products delivered in just a few days: am I dreaming or am I awake? Just like sewing a made to measure dress, “dressing” your own house or company requires an extreme care for details and precision. Professionalism and meticulousness are essential when chosing the right materials and designing the floor. That’s why Inoxsystem® brings into play its staff that is always ready to offer the best technical support to customers, step by step,from design to execution. Analyzing and developing the project with its customers, Inoxsystem can maximize its strogest point: customization. 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