The Field Test : Full substitution across critical zones.
A rigorous validation protocol was conducted within a fresh-cut produce processing facility (4th range). Salveco’s biocidal technology, formulated with biobased lactic acid, was deployed across the most exposed surfaces: cutting tools, dewatering spin dryers, and high-frequency conveyors. The objective was to completely replace traditional chlorine and quaternary ammoniums with a safe, certified solution for direct food contact.
Food Safety : Flawless decontamination with zero chemical residues.
Microbiological analyses and ATP hygiene monitoring confirmed total efficacy, strictly compliant with industrial disinfection standards. The plant-based formula successfully eradicated 99.99% of critical foodborne pathogens (Listeria monocytogenes and Salmonella enterica). Furthermore, surface conductivity testing proved the complete absence of persistent chemical residues, eliminating cross-contamination risks on food and securing quality assurance audits.
Maintenance and HSE : Safeguarding industrial assets and operators.
From an infrastructure standpoint, Salveco technology demonstrated perfect compatibility with stainless steel and polymers, whereas conventional chlorine induces pitting corrosion and compromises gasket elasticity. By eliminating this premature wear, the facility curtails curative maintenance expenses. This shift also yields an immediate social asset for HSE teams: because the formula is completely free of hazard pictograms (CLP Neutral), it eliminates respiratory and skin irritation risks for operators.
Economic Performance : Resource efficiency and throughput optimization.
Finally, the environmental audit revealed an immediate boost in operational productivity. Because the formula requires no heavy rinsing to eliminate non-existent toxic residues, the facility recorded a net 10% reduction in final rinse water consumption. On an industrial scale, this sobriety translates into thousands of cubic meters of water saved annually, reduced load on the wastewater treatment plant, and chemical effluents free of hazardous chlorinated derivatives.
This field test demonstrates that Salveco’s chemical safety is a major engine for modern industrial performance. By guaranteeing absolute microbiological safety, protecting production assets from corrosion, and cutting rinse water volumes by 10%, our technology proves that operational performance and environmental compliance now work hand in hand.
