Food and Beverage Preparation & Processing

Why Plastic Materials Excel in Food Processing

Food-grade plastic materials offer unique advantages that make them essential for modern food processing operations. They provide the perfect combination of hygiene, durability, and performance required in demanding food manufacturing environments.

Moving Systems and Conveyor Components

UHMW - Superior Performance Material

UHMW (Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene) is quickly emerging as one of the best materials for moving systems in manufacturing and food preparation facilities. This performance plastic has proven to outperform alternative materials consistently, helping improve operations and reduce costly downtime.

Common UHMW applications in food processing include:

• Chain and belt guides - Low friction properties reduce wear and energy consumption
• Guide rails - Excellent impact absorption for safety and equipment protection
• Conveyor components - Delivers durability and significant cost savings
• Wear pads and strips - Long-lasting protection for high-wear applications
• Funnels and chutes - Smooth material flow without contamination

HDPE Cutting Boards and Work Surfaces

HDPE cutting boards help protect knives while providing cut-resistant surfaces that maintain food safety. The material provides a firm, non-porous barrier that prevents bacterial growth and is easy to sanitize between uses. Color-coded options help prevent cross-contamination in professional kitchens.

Specialized Food Processing Materials

Polypropylene Applications

Polypropylene is suited for various food sector uses due to its low friction properties, resistance to staining or discoloration, and high mechanical strength. It maintains performance over time without breaking down, ensuring long-term food safety and operational reliability.

FDA-Approved Clear Materials

Our FDA-approved polycarbonate and acrylic materials provide crystal-clear visibility for inspection purposes while maintaining food safety standards. These materials offer impact resistance and thermal stability essential for food processing equipment.

Corrugated Plastic Packaging

Corrugated plastic is 100% recyclable and made from polypropylene, offering a sustainable alternative to corrugated cardboard boxes. These lightweight alternatives simplify production processes and make food packaging and shipping more efficient and cost-effective.

Critical Performance Requirements

Thermal Resistance

Food processing requires significant heat for sterilization to ensure products are safe for consumption. Many of our FDA-approved plastics have thermal resistance making them perfect for conveyor belt components, processing equipment, and high-temperature applications.

Superior Hygiene Standards

Using food-grade plastics creates clean processing environments that safely handle food without damaging sensitive equipment. The non-porous surfaces prevent bacterial growth and allow for thorough sanitization between production runs.

Chemical Resistance

FDA-approved plastic materials are designed to withstand wet environments and exposure to cleaning chemicals without rusting, corroding, or degrading. This ensures consistent performance and maintains food safety standards throughout their service life.

Environmental and Safety Benefits

Modern food-grade plastics like our acrylic materials are environmentally friendly with low heat sensitivity, excellent impact resistance, and high transparency. This makes them attractive for applications including kitchen backsplashes, food service equipment, and processing machinery components.

We focus on producing plastics designed specifically for each purpose - whether for moving systems, packaging applications, or direct food contact surfaces. Our quick quote calculator helps estimate costs for your specific requirements. Contact our food industry specialists to discuss how our materials can improve your food processing operations while maintaining the highest safety standards.