CIO2 does not react with most "organics" in flume water;
this makes it a very effective disinfectant. It also neutralises
foul smelling odours including secondary and tertiary amines formed
in the meat packing industry.
Cleaning in place (CIP) and sanitising operations
CIO2 can be very effective when used as the final sanitising
rinse in CIP systems, including filler rooms. Typically applied
at between 2 and 5 ppm (where its kill-rate is in the order of
60 to 90 seconds) it leaves no toxic residues to interfere with
other chemical/biochemical processes. CIO2 works quickly and breaks
down into inert compounds. The unique chemistry produces no toxic
organo-chlorine by-products (such as THM's) and is therefore an
environmentally friendly alternative. CIO2 is a proven virucide
and fungicide and is effective in destroying detrimental wild
yeast strains.
Cleaning pasteurisers, bottle/can warmers and coolers
CIO2 effectively controls both free floating (planktonic) and
attached (sessile) microorganisms. Sessile bacteria flourish in
biofilms that build up due to ideal environmental conditions (temperature,
nutrients, etc.). Biofilm build-up occurs on heat exchange surfaces,
in pipes, lines, orifices and pumps. The resulting inefficiencies
cost money on wasted energy, down time and repairs. CIO2 is the
best available technology for controlling biofilms in these systems.
Additionally, the longer these waters can be retained in a sanitary
condition, the more money is saved in water costs, water discharge,
and energy to heat replacement water. CIO2 can be periodically
batch loaded into the water system or metered on a timed basis.
This can extend pasteuriser waters 4 to 6 times their previous
discharge cycle.
Chain and conveyor line lube injection
CIO2 can be injected into lubrication streams for effective slime
control on conveyor lines. This allows for significantly longer
run times between shut downs for cleaning, resulting in dramatic
cost reductions. By attacking the biofilms attached to the conveyors
and the underlying rails, various soils are loosened and the natural
cleaning action of the lube is enhanced. Chains and conveyors
run more smoothly, with less wear on chains and motors. Also,
even small levels of CIO2 will help deodorise the line.
Filler head assemblies
CIO2 solutions can be sprayed on filler head assemblies in 10-second
bursts during breaks and lunch. The spray coats all surfaces attacking
biofilms, inhibiting bacterial growth and deodorising the surrounding
environment.
Water filtration and distribution system disinfection
CIO2 effectively controls both planktonic and sessile microorganisms.
Because planktonic cells are much easier to destroy, a disinfection
procedure often produces excellent results initially, but within
7 to 10 days the counts return. CIO2 is able to penetrate, disrupt
and destroy the biofilm where chlorine is completely ineffective.
Mould and odour control
Misting of CIO2 solutions into air streams prevents the spread
of mould and wild yeast. This controls "off-tastes"
in the product.
Sanitation of tanker trucks, wagons and transportation
vessels
CIO2 solutions are effective for sanitising and removing biofilms
from the insides of tanker trucks, wagons and transportation vessels.
A thorough sanitising rinse of CIO2 with close attention to overhead
surfaces can improve the quality of product, and significantly
extend its shelf life.
SafeOx CIO2 units are manufactured to the highest quality standards
and represent one of the safest, most reliable and cost effective
ways of generating CIO2 at the point of use. They are suitable for
a range of applications including, healthcare and hospital facilities,
ultrapure water treatment, legionella control, cooling towers and
loops, water hygiene, potable water treatment, waste-water treatment,
residential, commercial and industrial facilities.
For more information about SafeOx generators and our other products
please call us on +44 (0) 161 877 2334 or e-mail
info@safeox.com.
