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Used meat processing machinery — key considerations

Meat processing machinery is a category where buying used equipment requires particular care, because: food-contact surfaces in meat processing machinery are subject to intensive cleaning with hot water and caustic chemicals, which causes cumulative corrosion and surface degradation over time; meat processing environments are high-risk from a food safety perspective, and any surface degradation (pitting, cracks, discolouration) that provides harborage for bacteria cannot be acceptable; and some meat processing machinery must carry specific certifications (USDA acceptance in the US, or EC number for EU approved establishments) that may not transfer to the new buyer or new facility. Before purchasing used meat processing machinery, have an experienced meat industry engineer inspect the food-contact surfaces for corrosion and surface condition, verify spare parts availability, and confirm what certifications are required in your specific facility and whether the used machine can achieve them.

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