• Are trusted by food industry giants like Kraft, Hershey and Nestle?
• Are the number one choice for companies implementing cleanroom environments?
• Feature advanced filtering technology with HEPA filters that guarantee the most thorough cleaning, capturing bacteria down to 0.3 microns?
• Feature optional ULPA filters that collect 99.999% of all ultra-fine particles – down to and including 0.12 microns?
• Are engineered for maximum efficiency, protecting filters from premature clogging?
• Are available as intermittent-duty portable vacuums for general cleaning, continuous-duty models, wet/dry vacuums, and more?
• Deliver the largest assortment of attachments, filters and hoses in the industry – including:  accessories for overhead cleaning, stainless steel construction, and food-grade, FDA-approved, polymer-constructed hoses?

Find out more at our new food industry focus site, www.foodprocessingvacuum.com!

The reason? Well, some companies, like PepsiCo have completed mergers, which make them a larger company than they were last year–$60 billion larger. But safety has also played a critical role. As FP mentions, noone wants to be the next Peanut Corp. of America, and extra meausures have been put in place to improve sanitation and cleanability. (Hello food processing vacuums!)

Along the lines of safety, but not mentioned in the article, is combustible dust. Imperial Sugar made combustible dust a very critical issue in the food industry and got every plant manager listening and wondering if their flour, whey powder, dried milk, cinnamon, peanut dust, etc., etc. was “combustible.” Not surprisingly, Imperial Sugar’s capital expenditures budget is way low this year (compared to previous years), since they’ve had to put their money towards rebuilding the Port Wentworth facility. So, noone wants to be next Imperial Sugar either, and are budgeting money to invest in the proper equipment like explosion proof vacuum cleaners, venting systems, etc.

Read the entire report here…

2010 Capital Spending Outlook: Pent-Up Demand Causes an Explosion in Projects
Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief; After last year’s drop in capital expenditures, budgets for the Food Processing Top 100 survey group are up 19 percent for 2010.

Many of the topics chosen by the NSC for this year’s National Safety Month are not necessarily related to workplace safety. They are topics like teen driving, prescription overdose prevention, summer safety, etc.

And as Christie (blogger on Online Safety Community), points out, out-of work safety is also important, which even we tend to forget (as an industrial manufacturer). But after all, if your employees aren’t safe outside of work, their unsafe habits can easily be brought into the workplace through sickness, lack of sleep, or just plain bad decisions that impair abilities.

“Encouraging your employees not only to be safe at work, but at home too, is great way to help ensure you have happy, healthy employees in the workplace each day.”

Source: Online Safety Community, http://www.safetycommunity.com/profiles/blogs/june-is-national-safety-month-2

Stay safe with Industrial Vacuum Cleaners!

- A clean plant makes clean air, which equals healthy employees (no silicosis)…and better products for happy customers!

- Industrial vacuums can easily and efficiently minimize dust accumulations on overhead pipes, machinery, etc. to reduce the risk of combustible dust fires and explosions

- Integrated into food processing lines, industrial vacuums prevent cross-contamination of bacteria and allergens (ultimately keeping the end-user safe).

-Reduce falls by vacuuming up dust and debris on walking working surfaces

- Industrial vacuums are user-friendly and way more efficient than brooms, etc.  Not only can employees clean faster, they also can eliminate injuries caused by repetitious movements.

- Reduce occurrence of lead poisoning (and meet the Lead RRP) by using a HEPA filter vacuum when renovating homes or schools built before 1978!

Want to know more about industrial vacuums and safety, visist www.nilfiskcfm.com or call us!

From high-temperature cleaning nozzles, FDA-approved polymer-constructed hoses, overhead cleaning wands, to accessories for floors, equipment, pipes, corners, and other hard-to-clean areas in food processing plants, we have the vacuum cleaner accessory to match any outfit…I mean application.  And our line wouldn’t be complete without our popular color-coded vacuum cleaner nozzles, which allow the  user to easily match the right nozzle with the right application to prevent cross-contamination.  

Chances are, we have the right attachment for whatever you need to clean. If you’re looking to clean the plant floor, we offer tools for bare floors and carpeted floors; dry floors and wet floors; rough surfaces and delicate surfaces. Or, if you need to get into all the nooks and crannies at your plant, we offer specialized tools ranging from crevice nozzles to curved wands for overhead cleaning. It’s truly the largest product offering of its kind for the food processing industry.

And best of all, they never go out of style! For more information, visit www.foodprocessingvacuum.com

To meet their maintenance needs, NWFPA attendees will want to stop by booth # 320 where Nilfisk CFM will display several of their food processing vacuums, proven to be successful in a variety of food industry cleaning applications.

• The Nilfisk GWD 220, is a double-motor wet/dry vac with a 20-gallon stainless steel collection container. It can be fitted with an upstream HEPA filter and requires no filter change between liquid and dry collection.
• The Nilfisk CFM 137 is a compact, full-feature vacuum useful for general plant maintenance, overhead cleaning, and the collection of fine powders and debris. The vacuum offers high filtration performance, noise control, quality construction and user-friendly controls.
• The Nilfisk CFM 118EXP is an explosion-proof vacuum suitable for collecting hazardous materials, thus decreasing the risk of a combustible dust accident. Composed of 304 stainless steel, the 118EXP is CSA certified for use in Class I, Group D, and Class II, Groups E, F, and G environments.

All Nilfisk CFM vacuums can be equipped with special hose and accessories, including those for use in hot ovens and overhead cleaning of pipes and machinery. For more information, visit www.foodprocessingvacuum.com.

For more information, visit www.foodprocessingvacuum.com.

Ideal for process-integration systems, central systems or for general maintenance, the three-phase 08 series, which includes the 3308, 3508, 3508W, and 3558, gives users the cleaning muscle they need for continuous duty applications, effectively collecting and retaining contaminants such as dust, bacteria, or packaging scraps. Features include:

• Efficient filtration: Graduated filtration, oversized filters and HEPA and optional ULPA filters that trap up to 99.999% of all ultra-fine particles, eliminate debris while keeping performance high.
• Ergonomic filter shaker: Safely and easily purge the filter to prevent clogging and downtime. Reverse purge and electric filter shakers are also available.
• Portable Design: Equipped with extra-large wheels and a wrap-around handle; users can push, pull, or maneuver the vacuum with ease.
• Low Noise Operation: The 08 series is quieter than ever, with a sound suppressor that reduces the speed of the exhaust air and muffles the sounds for increased worker comfort and safety.
• Stainless Steel models: prevent contamination from the vacuum itself; can be easily cleaned

In addition, the modular Nilfisk CFM 08 Series vacuums can be customized based on the type of materials being collected (i.e., fine dust/powders, debris, toxic materials, liquids, etc.) using dozens of interchangeable accessories, hoses, and filters—including those for overhead cleaning. Stainless steel models are also available.

For more information, visit http://www.nilfiskcfm.com.

Through video, frequently asked questions (FAQs), application photos, articles, and links to industry resources such as FDA guidelines and trade publications, www.foodprocessingvacuum.com is a one-stop site for manufacturers looking to learn more about contamination control and the role an industrial vacuum plays in safeguarding facilities.

The micro site will be updated on a continuous basis, in order to stay on top of industry news and trends. For more information, visit www.foodprocessingvacuum.com.

Note: The company has also developed two other micro sites, www.explosionproof-vacuum.com, dedicated to the prevention of combustible dust-related fires and explosions, and www.pharmaceuticalvacuum.com, which addresses contamination control in pharmaceutical processing facilities.

We recently produced the below state-of-the art video case study to showcase the success that Harris Woolf, a major US almond producer, has experienced since purchasing a Nilfisk CFM 137 industrial vacuum cleaner. Not only were they able to reduce the presence of almond dust, decrease costs, and offer a better product, Harris Woolf received superior recognition by AIB International, a prestigious honor sought by many food manufacturers.

When you get a moment, check it out. Because after all, not watching it would just be…nuts!