Staying safe with steam
Daniel Took, Head of Professional Product Marketing at Kärcher UK, explores one of the most effective methods for ensuring hygienic food preparation: steam.
Making sure that surfaces are clean and sanitised is a must in the food processing industry to avoid food contamination. Whilst detergents are ideal at achieving this, unwanted residue can cause food to spoil. To overcome this, steam cleaning offers a highly effective and efficient solution without the need for chemicals.
The heat produced by steam cleaners can instantly kill harmful pathogens as the water is heated past the boiling point to produce steam. The pressurised steam comes through the nozzle where it meets the surface to loosen dirt. Due to the high temperatures, up to 99.999% of germs and bacteria are eliminated in the process, making it an ideal solution for the food industry.
Steam cleaners such as the SG 4/4 from Kärcher offer tremendous value thanks to the vast array of attachments that are available. From rounded brush sets to point jet nozzles and floor nozzles, the ability to change the way the pressure comes out results in an increased range of cleaning functionalities.
Cleaning floors
Kitchens can become messy places as food spills and grease stains are common. If left untreated these stains can build up over time and harmful bacteria can manifest. To tackle the dirt head on, using a steam cleaner with an attached floor nozzle is ideal.
When it comes to cleaning grease stains on floors it is advised that a Terry cloth cover is used as the grease can
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become slippery once it has been dislodged. The cloth cover can be easily clipped to the floor nozzle either side. When the steam releases the unwanted surface residue, it is broken down into liquid form due to the high temperature and conversion of steam to water. These liquids can then be mopped up using the cloth for an effective all round clean.
Cleaning crevices
Whether it’s gaps in the floor or gaps between equipment, crevices and hard to reach places are often overlooked when it comes to cleaning. The point jet nozzle available for the SG 4/4 enables the user to access these areas by directing the steam into one singular point. Acting as a funnel, the steam can penetrate the gaps and remove unwanted surface materials.
Cleaning cooking equipment
Large scale cleaning equipment such as grill pans can harbour unwanted particles that build up over time. Using a hand tool alongside a terry cloth cover allows for the effective cleaning of the surface and the elimination of unwanted bacteria. The hand tool allows the user to easily tackle dirt build-up for an effective clean.
When it comes to ensuring food safety, it is imperative that measures are put in place to avoid food contamination. The ease of using steam cleaners and the range of attachments available make them an essential piece to support the safety of customers and staff.
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