In the food industry, ensuring food safety and hygiene is of paramount importance. A critical aspect of this is the hygienic design of production facilities. There is ample knowledge available in the market. Integrating this knowledge into a cohesive whole is the challenge. Rinke Kortenbach, senior consultant, and architect Hans van den Hoorn, emphasize the importance of a coordinating role in this process.
It starts with acknowledging that hygienic design is a combination of various elements. While everyone may hold a piece of the puzzle, it takes a director to assemble these pieces into a coherent whole. "You can have a perfectly hygienic finished building, but if you've only limitedly considered the logistical aspects, it can still cause issues," says Kortenbach. This is where the RBK Group comes in. As experts in hygienic design, we serve with our comprehensive approach as that director who harmonizes the entire process.
Our approach is practical and straightforward. We start with the logistics design, ensuring an efficient flow of goods and personnel to prevent contamination. This includes aspects such as food defense. Next, we divide the spaces into zones, assigning each activity its designated area. This not only enhances food safety but also the efficiency of the process.
The technical design follows. Here, we ensure that all technical aspects, such as building installations, the technical ceiling, temperature control, and condensation management, are implemented correctly. Finally, we focus on detailing, where we carefully select materials and finishes that meet the highest hygiene standards.
Through this comprehensive approach, the RBK Group offers a complete solution for hygienic design in the food industry. We invite companies to collaborate with us on a hygienic design that optimizes their production processes and ensures the highest standards of food safety.
Let the RBK Group assist you in achieving a hygienic design that meets the highest standards. Contact us today.
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Source: Vakblad Voedingsindustrie 2024