Sanitation

Website: www.c-techindustries.com

C-Tech Industries has introduced a dry ice blaster for in-place cleaning. The new IB 15/80 Dry Ice Blaster uses compressed air to propel tiny dry ice pellets at high speeds so that they flash freeze and remove grime, paint, rust, mold and other contaminants from metal surfaces. The pellets vaporize and do not leave behind wastewater or solvent. This new product also eliminates the need to disassemble machinery before it is cleaned, company officials says.

The carbon dioxide pellets are nontoxic and nonhazardous and are safe for the environment, equipment and employees, C-Tech Industries says.

The IB 15/80 operates on 120 volt electricity using a blasting pressure of 44 to 230 psi. The stainless steel unit weighs 198 pounds and is ETL certified.

Contact: Ecolab Inc., 370 Wabasha Street North, St. Paul, MN 55102, 800-392-3392

Website: www.ecolab.com

Ecolab Inc.’s newest product for a company’s sanitation needs is the antimircrobial agent Octave. Octave is designed for use in a number of sanitizing applications in the dairy, beverage and food processing industries. Octave is effective against microorganisms that negatively affect shelf life. This product also helps to protect processing equipment and uses non-corrosive solutions that are safe on 304 and 316 stainless steel surfaces. In addition, Octave is compatible with most plastic and rubber materials used in processing operations, the company notes.

On tap for release later in the year is Exelerate EVAP-S, which will offer improved cleaning of evaporators using new chemistry.

Contact: Hardy Diagnostics, 1430 West McCoy Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93455, 805-346-2766, 800-266-2222, FAX 805-346-2760, e-mail: sales@hardydiagnostics.com

Website: www.hardydiagnostics.com

New from Hardy Diagnostics are ComfortPRO lab coats. This new line of disposable lab coats is designed to offer protection and comfort at reduced cost. Product features include breast and hip pockets, snap front buttons and knit cuffs and collars.

The ComfortPRO lab coats are made from a tri-laminated, spunbound polypropylene material that is fully breathable and splash-resistant. The coats are available in blue or white and come in five sizes.

Contact: Randy Karcz, director of sales and marketing, Hydrite Chemical Co., 262-792-8741

Website: www.hydrite.com

Hydrite Chemical Co.’s Eclipse 285 is a single-phase cleaner formulated for the cheese industry. Eclipse 285 shortens the cleaning cycle by eliminating the intermediate rinse and acid wash for equipment that traditionally requires both alkaline and acid wash, the company says. In addition, Eclipse 285 reduces water and energy costs and shortens the cleaning cycle, which allows for increased production or maintenance time. The Eclipse 285 can be used on starter tanks, cheese vats, curd lines and process cheese cookers.

Also new from Hydrite is Hydriflux 380, a liquid alkaline detergent designed for cleaning membranes. The Hydriflux 380 contains no EDTA, so it does not dissipate chlorine added to the alkaline solution. In addition, it is compatible with Hydrite’s enzyme detergents, such as Hydrizyme 399 and Enzyclean 10L 386. Hydriflux 380 is suitable for use on reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration and microfiltration membranes.

Hydrite Chemical also plans to introduce a new piece of equipment designed to automate chemical dispensing and record usage for the cleaning of RO/UF/NF membranes. This product is designed to reduce chemical damage and maximize membrane life, the company says.

Contact: Koch Membrance Systems Inc., 850 Main Street, Wilmington, MA 01887, 978-657-47250, FAX 978-657-5208

Website: www.kochmembrane.com

Koch Membrane Systems Inc. (KMS), a developer and manufacturer of membrane filtration and separation products, now is offering its Fluid Systems Roga line of cellulose acetate membranes.

Roga membranes are a widely-deployed, long-proven solution in treating industrial and municipal wastewater, KMS officials say. These membranes combine smooth surface morphology, neutral charge and chlorine tolerance.

The Roga cellulose acetate ultrafiltration element uses a very low pressure membrane and is particularly well-suited to natural organic and color removal applications. Roga high rejection reverse osmosis elements, which offer the unique advantage of chloride tolerance as compared to thin-film composite membranes, are useful for desalinating feed sources that have high biofouling potential, company officials say.

Roga reverse osmosis elements are available in a variety of sizes for new systems or as replacements for existing systems, including 4-inch and 8-inch diameters and 40-inch or 60-inch lengths. The Roga ultrafiltration elements have an 8-inch diameter and a 60-inch length.

Contact: Carol Blakey, Nelson-Jameson Inc., 2400 East 5th Street, Marshfield, WI 54449, 800-826-8302, ext. 345.

Website: www.nelsonjameson.com

Nelson-Jameson Inc. now is an approved distributor of the Kimberly-Clark Professional line of gloves and apparel. Specific products available include disposable lab coats, coveralls, shoe and boot protectors and sleeve protectors.

Also new from Nelson-Jameson is Vision Care Anti-Fog Lens Cleaner. The cleanser is formulated to make glasses clean, fog-free and static-free. The paste lens cleaner is available in a .25-ounce tub or a convenient kit that includes the cleaner and a polishing cloth.

NEOS Boots from Nelson-Jameson can be worn over an individuals’ own shoes. The NEOS overboots can be sanitized inside and out, reducing the risk of cross-contamination, the company notes. In addition, these lightweight boots are available in both plain toe and steel toe styles for employees and visitors.

Nelson-Jameson has expanded its offering of color-coding food production products to reduce the risk of cross-contamination. ColorGards disposable vinyl gloves are powder-free gloves that comply with FDA regulations for food contact. Colors include red, yellow, green and blue in addition to clear. Nelson-Jameson also has expanded the company’s line of lightweight polyethylene aprons to include white, red, green, blue and purple.

Contact: Dakonya Freis, Nelson-Jameson Inc., 2400 East 5th Stret, Marshfield, WI 54449, 800-826-8302, ext. 380.

Website: www.nelsonjameson.com

Kimtech Prep Wipes are now available from Nelson-Jameson. These wipes eliminate bacteria transfer between dirty rags and surfaces and kill 99.9 percent of bacteria on hard, non-porous surfaces in 60 seconds. The Kimtech wipes are FDA-approved for contact with food surfaces.

The Kimcare Continuous Air Freshener is economical and easy to install, company officials say. The continuous fragrance lasts 60 days on a single cartridge and the unit is self-powered and does not require batteries.

Nelson-Jameson is now an approved distributor of Kimberly-Clark brand wipers and towels, including Scott, Wypall, Kleenex and Kimtech. Available products include roll towel, multi-fold towels, dispensers, bathroom tissue, facial tissue and wipers. Surface sanitizing wipes also are available.

Nelson-Jameson also now offers new Carlisle Sanitary Maintenance Products including utility carts, wet floor signs, mop buckets, Bronco brand waste containers and more. The Bronco line includes 10-, 20-, 32- and 44-gallon round containers and lids available in white, red, yellow, blue, green and grey. The company says a 55-gallon round container, economy round container dolly and 50-gallon rolling container also are available.

Also new from Nelson-Jameson is a Rubbermaid ladder cart, which offers both the features of a traditional utility cart as well as a multi-function work center that transports tall items such as ladders.

Company officials say the addition of the NYCO Janitorial Chemicals Line allows Nelson-Jameson to offer a variety of janitorial chemicals specifically formulated for sanitary maintenance and industrial cleaning. Products now available include degreasers, bowl cleaners, drain cleaners, glass cleaners, disinfectants, odor counteractants, floor care products, multi-purpose cleaners, dish soap, liquid stainless steel cleaner and polish, and truck and car wash. Nelson-Jameson also offers an assortment of Green Seal-certified e.logical products, which offer environmentally-friendly, high-performance formulations.

Contact: Diane Sutton, Nelson-Jameson Inc., 2400 East 5th Stret, Marshfield, WI 54449, 800-826-8302, ext. 312

Website: www.nelsonjameson.com

The Osprey Dry Steam Cleaning Unit from Nelson-Jameson uses dry vapor steam generated under pressure to temperatures up to 356 degrees Fahrenheit to dissolve grease, kill germs and sanitize surfaces. The cleaning unit penetrates cracks, crevices and other hard-to-reach areas where manual cleaning fails to achieve the required standards. Company officials also note this product can lower water usage and reduce labor costs. Models are available for both small and large applications.

To complete its line of sanitary hose assembles, Nelson-Jameson now offers an internal expansion, external crimp and ReSeal reusable coupler on a variety of sanitary hoses that meets 3A standard 62-01 for sanitary hose assemblies.

Nelson-Jameson now offers a larger selection of its safety cutters. Nelson-Jameson safety cutters can reduce losses due to cross-contamination during food preparation and handling, company officials note. These high-grade stainless steel blades are corrosion and chemical resistant. They also clean easily and are dishwasher safe.

The Nelson-Jameson heavy-duty utility knife has a non-retractable blade and an orange thermoplastic non-slip finger grip handle. The blade can be sharpened to extend use. A belt sheath is included with each knife.

Nilfisk-Advance America has released a new line of steel tank, wet/dry industrial vacuums.

The Nilfisk GWD 120 and the Nilfisk GWD 220 collect both wet and dry materials, and come with an ergonomic system designed to facilitate liquid disposal.

Made for heavy-duty use, the GWD 120 comes with a single motor, while the GWD 220 has two motors. Additional features include a float valve designed to shut off airflow when the container is full, easily-accessible filters and float baskets, an adjustable handle and a 50 foot safety cord. An upstream HEPA filter also is available for hazardous material pick-up.

Contact: Nilfisk-Advance America Inc., 300 Technology Drive, Malvern, PA 19355, 610-647-6420, FAX 610-647-6427, e-mail: questions@nilfisk-advance.com

Website: www.pa.nilfisk-advance.com

Nilfisk-Advance America has introduced the SL Vac series to meet the tough maintenance and cleaning needs of industrial and manufacturing companies. The SL Vacs feature solid construction and strong performance at an affordable price, the company says. The lightweight and maneuverable SL Vacs feature rear swiveling wheels with locking brakes and a release lever that lowers the wheeled collection container for fast and easy disposal of collected debris.

Also new from Nilfisk-Advance is the Safety Vac series of industrial vacuum cleaners. This new product line is designed to meet the dual needs of cost and performance while addressing the health and safety concerns of employees, company official says.

There are three vacuums currently in the Safety Vac line. The Nilfisk GD 930 is a canister vacuum that is designed to maximize suction and minimize noise. The GD 930 also features multistage filtration and sturdy steel construction.

The Nilfisk UZ 964 is a hip-mounted vacuum worn like a belt around the waist. This allows for the versatility needed to clean narrow spaces and cramped work areas, the company notes. The Nilfisk UZ 934 is a canister vacuum cleaner that offers quiet operation, lightweight design and easy access to internal parts.

Contact: RubbAir Door Division, 100 Groton-Shirley Road, Ayer, MA 01432, 800-966-7822

Website: www.rubbair.com

RubbAir Door Division is now offering the bump-open, self-closing Quantum Door. The foam-filled polyethylene molded door is suggested for use in food and beverage processing, packaging and distribution facilities. The Quantum Door is engineered to allow fragile food cargoes to be safely moved through the doorway, yet withstand the impact of fork lifts and other material handling equipment. The door can also be used over conveyors to open on contact with passing loads.

Quantum doors meet USDA and FDA guidelines for sanitation. The molded one-piece door body is impervious to moisture, dust and chemicals, while positive closing and perimeter gaskets resist temperature and humidity changes.

Options include molded polyethylene bumpers to provide additional damping, flexible transoms for openings more than 8 feet tall and a variety of color choices.