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Listeria outbreak linked to wood pallets

4/11/2016

 
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​The standard operating procedures in the food industry is in need of some reconditioning. 
Some members of the industry still feel inclined to use prehistoric equipment that is anything but hygienic and clean. When such unsanitary practices are used, public health can be impacted dramatically. 

Last year alone, Blue Bell Creameries, one of the biggest ice cream makers in the U.S., had a deadly Listeria bacteria outbreak that resulted in 10 reported cases in four states. Three of the people infected later died from the infectious disease. 

Unfortunately, Blue Bell is not the first company to have a bacterial outbreak and it won’t be the last if the food industry continues to allow germ-ridden equipment, like wood pallets. 

Wood pallets are naturally porous and absorbent, making them very difficult to sanitize and creating the perfect breeding ground for contaminants and pathogens.  Wood pallets also increase the likelihood of spreading bodily fluids and blood borne pathogens from cuts and punctures caused by splinters and nails. 

To avert contamination and outbreaks, clean and sanitary equipment must be used, such as Ecodek Pallets. 

Ecodek Pallets are constructed from new corrugated paper and FDA approved adhesive which prevents the need for fumigation and heat-treating costs that wood pallets are required for food grade applications. Ecodek Pallets are often less expensive than new wood pallets but can still be designed to hold four metric tons. 

Ecodek Pallets are the most quintessential option for the food industry to provide a sterile product and a safe environment for customers and industry professionals.  

For more information on Ecodek Pallets click here.

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