Festo has published a guide to automating food processing and
packaging applications, taking account of best practice for
hygiene-sensitive environments. The handbook is aimed at machine builders
and is distilled from the company’s extensive experience of working in
this particular area. There is additional input from specialised
manufacturers and suppliers, plus sections on standards, EU directives,
good practice governing design for hygiene, and advice on materials and
automation components appropriate for use in these environments.
EU directives are often unclear and the official documentation rarely
refers to practical examples. Festo’s guide uses application examples to
explain concepts such as hazard analysis critical control point (HACPP),
and pertinent legislation, including US FDA requirements and the 3-A
standards applicable to specific dairy and ice-cream plant. For a free
copy, contact Steve Sands at the number given below or complete the
enquiry card.