In the food production industry, maintaining stringent safety standards is critical to protect consumers and uphold brand reputation. One of the most significant threats is Salmonella, a pervasive bacterium that can contaminate food surfaces, non-food surfaces, packaging, ingredients, equipment, tools, and utensils.
To address this challenge, UV-C disinfection lamps and equipment provide a powerful, chemical-free solution to reduce Salmonella contamination throughout the production process. We offer UV-C air and surface disinfection systems, pass-through cabinets, and modular UV-C units designed for integration into existing or new production lines.
Combined with our expert UV risk management training and safety assessments, our solutions ensure both performance and compliance, safeguarding your facility from Salmonella risks.
Why UV-C disinfection for Salmonella control?
Salmonella is a resilient pathogen that thrives in diverse environments, including poultry, produce, and processed foods, and can survive on surfaces for weeks. Traditional cleaning methods may fall short in eliminating Salmonella, particularly in complex equipment or high-throughput settings.
UV-C disinfection lamps, operating at a 254 nm wavelength, inactivate Salmonella by damaging its DNA, preventing replication and infection. This technology is highly effective for:
- Food surfaces: Disinfecting poultry, fruits, vegetables, and ready-to-eat products.
- Non-food surfaces: Disinfecting conveyor belts, cutting boards, and processing areas.
- Packaging: Disinfecting bottles, pouches, and trays before filling.
- Ingredients: Treating raw materials to eliminate Salmonella contamination.
- Equipment, tools, and utensils: Cleaning mixers, knives, and scoops to prevent cross-contamination.
- Air quality: Reducing airborne Salmonella in production and storage zones.
By integrating UV-C disinfection equipment into your facility, you can significantly reduce Salmonella risks, and avoid costly recalls.
Our UV-C disinfection solutions for food production
We provide tailored UV-C disinfection systems to combat Salmonella in food production environments. Our solutions are designed to deliver comprehensive microbial control across all critical touchpoints.
1. UV-C air and surface disinfection systems
Our UV-C air and surface disinfection units offer dual protection:
- Air disinfection: These systems eliminate airborne Salmonella, preventing contamination of products and surfaces.
- Surface disinfection: High-intensity UV-C lamps disinfect food contact surfaces, equipment, and non-food surfaces, ensuring Salmonella-free production areas.
These systems are ideal for poultry processing, vegetable packing, and snack food production, where Salmonella is a prevalent concern.
2. UV-C pass-through cabinets
Our UV-C pass-through cabinets provide a secure, efficient way to disinfect tools, utensils, and packaging materials as they move between processing zones. Using powerful UV-C lamps, these cabinets achieve rapid sterilization, preventing Salmonella transfer.
3. Modular UV-C units for conveyors and production lines
Our modular UV-C units are engineered for versatility, allowing easy installation over existing conveyors or integration into new production lines. These units disinfect:
- Food products on the move, such as poultry, produce, or packaged goods.
- Packaging materials before sealing.
- Conveyor belts to eliminate Salmonella buildup.
With scalable designs, our modular units (available in aluminium or waterproof stainless steel housing) cater to facilities of all sizes, from small processors to large-scale manufacturers.
4. UV risk management and safety assessments
UV-C technology requires careful management to ensure worker safety. We offer:
- UV risk management training: Training programs to help you understand your legal obligations for the safe use of UV light.
- Safety assessments: On-site evaluations to ensure the statutory exposure limit values are not exceeded.
Our expertise empowers you to deploy UV-C disinfection confidently, safeguarding both employees and products.
Benefits of UV-C disinfection for Salmonella control
Implementing UV-C disinfection lamps in food production delivers significant advantages:
- Chemical-free sanitation: Eliminates chemical residues, ensuring cleaner food products.
- Rapid disinfection: Achieves up to 99.9% Salmonella reduction in seconds, minimizing production downtime.
- Cost-efficient: Reduces reliance on chemical disinfectants and manual cleaning labor.
- Broad-spectrum protection: Targets Salmonella alongside other pathogens like Listeria and E. coli.
How UV-C enhances food safety across applications
Food surfaces
UV-C lamps disinfect poultry, produce, and baked goods before packaging, ensuring Salmonella-free products. Our conveyor-mounted UV-C units treat food surfaces in real-time, preserving quality and extending shelf life.
Non-food surfaces
Conveyor belts, worktables, and floors can harbor Salmonella. Our UV-C surface disinfection systems target these surfaces during breaks or between shifts, preventing cross-contamination.
Packaging
Contaminated packaging can introduce Salmonella into sealed products. Our pass-through cabinets and conveyor-integrated UV-C units disinfect cans, pouches, and films, ensuring safe packaging.
Ingredients
Raw ingredients like eggs, or vegetables can carry Salmonella. UV-C treatment before processing reduces microbial loads, enhancing ingredient safety.
Equipment, tools, and utensils
Slicers, mixers, and knives are prone to Salmonella contamination. Our UV-C disinfection systems and cabinets ensure these items are thoroughly sanitized, minimizing risks.
Air Disinfection
Airborne Salmonella can contaminate open products or settle on surfaces. Our UV-C air disinfection units maintain clean air in processing and storage areas, reducing overall contamination risks.
Why Choose Arden Ultraviolet?
We are dedicated to providing UV-C disinfection solutions that deliver exceptional performance, safety, and reliability. Here’s why food producers trust us:
- Proven technology: Our UV-C lamps deliver precise 254 nm wavelengths for maximum Salmonella reduction.
- Customisable solutions: From modular conveyor units to pass-through cabinets, we tailor systems to your facility’s needs.
- Safety-focused: Our UV risk management training and safety assessments ensure compliance and worker protection.
Take control of Salmonella today
Salmonella outbreaks can lead to devastating recalls, financial losses, and reputational damage. By adopting UV-C disinfection lamps and equipment, you can proactively reduce Salmonella risks across food surfaces, non-food surfaces, packaging, ingredients, equipment, tools, and air.
Our UV-C air and surface disinfection systems, pass-through cabinets, and modular conveyor units provide versatile, effective solutions for any food production facility. With our UV risk management education and safety assessments, you can ensure safe, compliant operations.
Contact us to explore our UV-C disinfection solutions and schedule a consultation. Let us help you protect your products, your brand, and your customers from Salmonella.