Dow Microbial Control, a division of Dow Chemical Co., has announced promising findings from recent field studies validating its Advanced Oxidation System (AOS) Certified technology for pathogen control in food processing facilities. This innovative system, designed to provide comprehensive sanitization, leverages ozone vapor to deliver unmatched pathogen reduction in hard-to-reach areas of production facilities.
How the AOS Certified Technology Works
The AOS Certified Whole Room Sanitization system uses a cutting-edge approach:
- Ozone Vapor Generation: On-demand production of non-condensing ozone humidity ensures consistent and safe sanitization.
- Full Room Coverage: The ozone vapor permeates difficult-to-access areas, such as drains, corners, and hidden equipment parts.
- No Chemicals Needed: The system relies solely on air and water to generate ozone vapor, eliminating the need for chemical sanitizers and associated costs.
Whether in wet or dry facilities, the AOS Certified technology is flexible and effective, delivering powerful sanitization without leaving harmful residues.
Validated by Science: Proven Pathogen Reduction
Three independent studies have demonstrated the efficacy of the AOS Certified system in reducing harmful pathogens:
- Listeria: A field trial in a smoked fish packaging facility showed a dramatic reduction in Listeria monocytogenes on environmental surfaces, from 12% positive to just 0.4% positive.
- E. coli: Laboratory studies revealed significant reductions in Escherichia coli inoculated on agar plates.
- Lactobacillus: The system also effectively reduced lactobacillus, a common spoilage organism, in laboratory tests.
These results highlight the system’s ability to safeguard food production environments against both pathogens and spoilage organisms, enhancing food safety and extending product shelf life.
Key Advantages for Food Processing Facilities
The AOS Certified technology offers a range of benefits for food manufacturers:
- Comprehensive Sanitization: Ensures even hard-to-reach areas are thoroughly sanitized.
- Cost Savings: No need for chemical sanitizer purchases.
- Safety and Sustainability: Leaves no harmful residues, making it an environmentally friendly choice.
- Versatile Application: Works effectively in both wet and dry processing environments.
- Data-Driven Monitoring: Dow Microbial Control provides standardized reports and certification for every treatment, ensuring compliance with audit requirements.
A Game-Changer in Pathogen Control
Food safety is a critical concern for food manufacturers, and the AOS Certified Whole Room Sanitization system provides an innovative, reliable solution. By combining scientific validation with operational ease, Dow Microbial Control is setting a new standard in pathogen control for the food industry.
This system not only reduces risks associated with harmful pathogens like listeria and E. coli but also supports sustainability by eliminating the use of traditional chemical disinfectants.
Food manufacturers can now benefit from enhanced protection, improved operational efficiency, and the peace of mind that comes with a safer, cleaner production environment.