The food processing industry performs all the operations under hygiene and safety standard regulations so that their products are of quality and meet health regulations requirements. Normal wall materials such as tiles, drywall, wood as well as stainless steel walls always lack the both required tensile strength and cleanliness in such challenging environments. That's when FRP panels were introduced as the ultimate solution to all the problems faced in these materials.
Problem 1: Bacterial and Mold Growth
Challenge: Food processing units are a source of moisture, spills, and organic matter that create an ideal growing place for bacteria and mold. Porous materials such as drywall and the grout in tiles absorb and retain moisture creating the possibility of contamination.
Solution: FRP panels have a non-porous-smooth surface that works great against bacteria and mold growth. Being a seamless finish, dirt cannot accumulate on it. Ideally suited for a sterile food processing environment.
Problem 2: Required Harsh Cleaning
Challenge: Food processing area requires frequent cleaning with harsh chemicals, detergents and high pressure washing, typical of food safety related specifications. Again, a lot of wall materials suffer changing properties after long exposure to this type of cleaning.
Solution: This chemical-resistant FRP panel can withstand repeated washings and exposure to disinfectants without corroding or losing structural integrity. Safe in its surface and easy to clean, thus ensuring food safety compliance.
Problem 3: Structural Damage
Challenge: The busy food processing activity makes the walls get impacts from carts, machinery, and heavy equipment. Some of these walls could suffer damage through steam and other moisture causing activities. Such damages usually incur a lot of money in repairs.
Solution: The FRP wall panels are highly impact resistant, they are made in such a way that they can easily undergo heavy use without cracks or chips. Their moisture-proof surface also prevents swelling or warping, making them good for wet and humid areas such as food processing units.
Problem 4: Compliance with Fire Safety Regulation
Challenge: The food-processing plants have to be safe under fire safety compliance regulations so as to avoid possible hazards very much associated with high temperature-induced oils and electrical equipment. Some wall materials do not comply with the requirements of this fire safety.
Solution: Class A fire-rated FRP panels provide additional protection in an area considered high risk. These panels assist businesses in ensuring they comply with fire safety regulations while keeping their working environment long-lasting and hygienic.
Why Food Processing Units Are Switching to FRP Panels?
✔ Durable for Longevity: The future maintenance cost gets cut down drastically, as FRP panels last much longer than conventional materials.
✔ Regulatory: USDA, FDA, and food safety standards-compliance.
✔ Cost-Effective: Reduced repairing and replacement costs compared to tiles and painted walls.
Final Thoughts
Hygiene and safety are not negotiable in food processing units. Keeping clean, compliant, and protected production areas will entail long-term benefits through the use of FRP panels. With that, food processing businesses can avail themselves of a safer, more efficient, and sanitary workplace by adopting Avanta's superior FRP panels. Our panels meet major building code standards according to ASTM E-84 and are compliant with Health Canada and CFIA standards, ensuring suitability for use in food and beverage facilities adhering to rigorous safety protocols.
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