Equipment manufacturer Heat and Control has launched two new products that can help potato processors: KleenCoat and KleenFlex.
Harder than steel and FDA compliant, KleenCoat enhances stainless steel product contact surfaces of with a non-stick sanitary finish that reduces cleaning and maintenance costs.
KleenCoat (photo down) is proven to reduce seasoning accumulation and unexpected cleaning downtime in snack food applications. It also protects against bacterial and fungal contamination. The coating is available for snack food applications from Heat and Control on new Ishida multihead weighers, conveyor pans, and new replacement parts.
Metal detectable, flexible plastic is safe for food
On the other hand, KleenFlex (main photo) is a thin flexible plastic that is metal detectable and FDA/USDA approved for contact with food. More durable than similar materials, KleenFlex is also resistant to many food industry chemicals. Its blue color contrasts with most foods and is easily identifiable. Use KleenFlex for product flow control skirts on weighers and conveyors, flexible partitions and shielding, and as an impact-dampening liner to protect delicate foods. Seams can be smooth welded to eliminate unsanitary glued overlaps.
