Food industry
Durable and hygienic plastics for the food industry. Certified materials, precision machining & solutions.
What is the food industry?
The food industry covers all companies involved in the production, processing, packaging and distribution of food. It places particularly high demands on the materials used in production processes. Hygiene, temperature resistance and legal requirements play a central role here.
Challenges in the food industry
The food industry must comply with strict legal regulations and standards in order to guarantee the safety and quality of products. The main challenges include:
- Hygiene requirements: Materials must be food-safe and easy to clean.
- Resistance to chemicals and temperature: Cleaning agents, hot steam jets or exposure to cold must not affect the materials.
- Wear resistance and durability: Constant mechanical stress must not lead to rapid wear.
Use of plastics in the food industry
Plastics are indispensable in food processing. They offer a wide range of advantages over metals and other materials. Particularly important properties are:
- High chemical resistance
- Temperature resistance
- Easy cleaning and disinfection
- High mechanical strength and abrasion resistance
- Conformity with legal requirements (FDA, EU 10/2011)
Suitable plastics:
- PE (polyethylene): Good chemical resistance, ideal for cutting boards and conveyor technology.
- POM (polyoxymethylene): High rigidity, excellent abrasion resistance, perfect for bearing and guide elements.
- PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene): High temperature resistance and non-stick properties, ideal for seals.
Our services for the food industry
We offer plastic solutions specially tailored to the food industry that meet the highest quality and hygiene requirements:
- Precision machining: Milling, turning and laser cutting for exact components.
- Certified materials: All plastics meet legal requirements for food contact.
- Tailored solutions: Individual manufacturing for specific applications in food production.
Advantages of our plastic solutions
- Longer service life: High resistance reduces maintenance costs.
- Optimised processes: Low-friction surfaces improve production flow.
- Compliance with hygiene regulations: All materials are food-safe and easy to clean.
Areas of application in the food industry
Our plastics are used in numerous areas of the food industry:
| Area of application | Advantages of our plastics |
|---|---|
| Conveyor technology | High abrasion resistance, reduced friction |
| Packaging industry | Chemical resistance to cleaning agents |
| Food processing | High temperature resistance and hygiene |
Conclusion: Why plastics are the best choice for the food industry
By using high-quality plastics, production processes can be optimised, maintenance effort reduced and legal regulations complied with. Our certified plastic solutions are the ideal choice for the food industry in order to ensure hygiene, efficiency and durability.
