Ensuring consumer safety and operational efficiency in the food and beverage industry
Compressed air is used in almost every production process in the food and beverage industry Undetected leaks can lead to serious consequences , such as contamination of products , reduced efficiency , increased downtime , and safety risks , which makes using effective predictive maintenance methods and tools absolutely critical .
Compressed air is a widely used utility in the food and beverage industry for various purposes . Industrytypical applications include processes with multiple air compressor assets connecting through pipes to deliver compressed air in order to move products , operate pneumatic tools or pump liquids for a variety of purposes in production chains ,
84 FDPP - www . fdpp . co . uk packaging and cleaning . However , compressed air leaks can cause significant problems in food and beverage manufacturing facilities , making regular inspection and maintenance of compressed air systems essential to ensure the quality and safety of food and beverage products .
Industry-specific Challenges from Costs to Contamination The food and beverage industry is heavily regulated to ensure public safety and protect consumers from potential health hazards . This also means that air leaks cause certain industry- specific challenges . Firstly , vacuum leaks can contaminate the food and beverage products . The air in a manufacturing facility can contain particles and contaminants that can be harmful to food and beverage products . When vacuum leaks occur , they can introduce these contaminants into the products , leading to spoilage , quality issues , and even health risks for consumers . Secondly , compressed air leaks can reduce efficiency and increase operating costs . Compressed air systems are energy-intensive and require significant amounts of electricity to operate .
When there are leaks in the system , the compressed air pressure drops , and the system has to work harder to maintain the required pressure , resulting in increased energy consumption and higher operating costs . As 24 / 7 operations are not uncommon in the food and beverage industry , these additional