Food & beverage spans raw-material handling, processing, filling, packaging and cold chain — strict hygienic design (EHEDG), 316L stainless, IP69K washdown and traceability (BRC, IFS). Tetra Pak, Krones, GEA, Bürkert and Endress+Hauser lead Europe.
Food & Beverage
Food & Beverage
Food & beverage demands hygienic design (EHEDG), IP69K protection and 316L stainless steel. Cross-border focus on com...
Food & beverage demands hygienic design (EHEDG), IP69K protection and 316L stainless steel. Cross-border focus on compliance and traceability.
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FAQ
Q Why is IP69K required?
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Food plants wash down with 80°C 80 bar hot water — IP67 is insufficient, water seeps into electrics. IP69K passes 80°C/80 bar/30s spray test.
Q 316L vs 304 stainless?
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316L contains 2-3% molybdenum — far higher chloride resistance (brine, acetic acid, disinfectants). Food-contact surfaces and CIP piping must be 316L.
Q What are BRC and IFS?
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British Retail Consortium and International Featured Standard — GFSI-recognized supplier audits; European retailers verify before purchasing.
Q How is raw-material traceability done?
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Batch barcode + RFID + ERP/MES integration. Siemens, Rockwell and Schneider all offer GS1-compatible solutions.