Choosing the Right Operator Interface System for Meat Processing Environments

摘要

According to the U.S. Departments Agriculture, in 2007 alone there were 16 serious meat recalls involving E. coli contamination, each costing millions of dollars - a sharp increase from 2005 and 2006. This alarming string of recalls has led to the increased scrutiny of meat plants and their equipment. While HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and other regulatory guidelines exist to help meat and poultry processors evaluate the overall cleanliness of their facilities, the burden of equipment evaluation falls squarely on the shoulders OT the processors themselves. Ceilings, floors, refrigeration systems, electrical systems, conveyer belts, and floor drains are all well-known threats to a plant's cleanliness, efficiency, and ability to keep up with multiple product lines.