Important safety standards in powder production
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Important safety standards in powder production

  • 23 September 2024

Maintaining strict guidelines for food safety and quality is a constant challenge that impacts every link in the food chain. The food industry allocates a significant portion of its budget to reduce the risk of food contamination and ensure product safety for consumers. Although these preventive measures require substantial time and resources, they are essential to the industry's operations. Establishing a robust system for managing food safety is crucial for manufacturers. It enhances productivity, creates new business opportunities, and ensures successful competition in the global market.

Understanding food safety regulations

Every step in the food production process is subject to food safety regulations, from ingredient sourcing to processing, packaging, and distribution. These comprehensive precautions and regulations are designed to mitigate the risks associated with food production and preparation. While global guidelines from organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) provide an international standard, local regulations can vary significantly. To ensure compliance, companies must understand all applicable standards. 

The primary goal of these regulations is to safeguard the health and safety of both workers and consumers. Ignoring food safety can lead to foodborne illness outbreaks, legal issues, and significant financial liabilities for the responsible organizations.

The impact of food safety standards on production

Food safety is a major concern throughout the entire food chain. Setting up and maintaining food safety management systems requires significant investment from the industry. These systems involve identifying risks, implementing critical control points, and developing proactive risk mitigation strategies. The two cornerstones of a strong food safety management plan are obtaining food safety certifications from independent auditing firms and complying with food safety regulations.

Tetra Pak helps manufacturers improve safety

To address the challenges related to food safety regulations, Tetra Pak, a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions, leads the way. With advanced technologies and comprehensive food safety management systems, Tetra Pak supports manufacturers in certification challenges and compliance. Tetra Pak’s products meet the strict guidelines of global food safety regulations, providing producers with the necessary tools to ensure the safety and quality of their production.

Tetra Pak offers comprehensive solutions specifically designed for the powder production industry, including advanced processing equipment. Tetra Pak designs its solutions, ranging from evaporation and spray drying technologies to effective powder handling systems like the Tetra Pak® Bag Tipping unit SA VS800, with quality as the primary focus. In addition to increasing production efficiency, these technologies ensure compliance with food safety regulations by integrating quality and safety checks at every stage of the process.

Tetra Pak's expertise in food safety management extends beyond equipment. Employee training on food safety procedures and support in achieving food safety certifications are all part of the company’s strategy. This approach protects customers, strengthens brand trust, and ensures that producers can maintain the highest standards of food safety and quality assurance.

Safety and quality are crucial in food production. Tetra Pak supports companies in complying with food safety standards with innovative solutions, ensuring products meet the highest safety and quality standards.

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Source: Tetra Pak