To simply sterilize a blow-molding machine.

A mist or gas of hydrogen peroxide or a mixture thereof is introduced through a valve block (14) disposed adjacent to a molding die (13), thereby sterilizing at least the molding die (13) and an extension rod (15) that extends into the molding die (13) through the valve block (14).

An apparatus and method for hand sanitisation by application of ozone. The apparatus includes a disinfecting chamber having at least one port for receiving a hand therein and a sensor for detecting entry or exit of the hand into the chamber. The apparatus delivers ozone water to the hand while a controller provides start and stop times for the delivery of the ozone water. This results in improved sanitisation of the hand or hands.

The disclosure provides compositions and methods for making a colorized solution of an aqueous disinfectant that is both stable in bulk solution and will fade to clear within a predetermined period of time after being applied to a surface, for example as a spray or film. The compositions and methods described here allow an end user to visualize both the extent of coverage and the duration of contact of the disinfectant with the surface, thereby providing more efficient disinfection of the surface.

Systems and methods for dissolving ozone gas in a liquid. An embodiment can comprise a tank having an upper region, a lower region, and a discharge outlet, all disposed in a specified geometry. A pump can be coupled with a liquid inlet in order to receive a liquid therefrom and to deliver the liquid via a pipe to the upper region of the tank. The pump can be coupled with the lower region of the tank in order to receive the liquid from the tank and to recirculate the liquid to the upper region of the tank. The apparatus can include an ozone inlet to receive ozone into the tank. The ozone inlet can comprise a venturi inlet disposed on the pipe downstream of the pump. The liquid can be released from the tank and depressurized, thereby providing for the ozone to emerge from the liquid as gas bubbles. The released liquid can be selected for a two-stage gas and aqueous cleaning process.

Embodiments of the present disclosure relate generally to systems and methods for combing ozone and water to deliver ozonated water in a rinse stream. The ozone rain pan finds particular use for rinsing food products traveling along a conveyor line with ozonated water.

In an apparatus for treating containers with a medium, the containers are transported cyclically in groups. A linear holding device has a plurality of container holders for holding the containers in a suspended state. A treatment device has a plurality of outlet heads that are connected to a supply line for the medium via respective branch lines. The outlet heads are moved together as a group in the vertical direction. Each outlet head has an outlet line for discharging the medium into the containers. For the purpose of treating the container, the outlet line is introduced into the container, which is held in a suspended state in the container mount. Each outlet head is assigned a controllable restraining mechanism. A controller communicates with the restraining mechanism to control a restraining element to hold back the outlet line of a respective outlet head in a restraining position as required.

A system and method for disinfection of food processing equipment is described. The system comprises one or more nozzle for delivering disinfecting fog, and is adapted to be used so that there is free space in front of the nozzle, and an angle of at least 20° for the expanding fog. Further disclosed is a food processing system comprising at least one food processing unit that comprises a housing and food processing means within the housing, the housing being provided with a plurality of nozzles on an inside surface to deliver disinfectant and/or cleaning fluid towards the food processing means. Methods of disinfecting food processing equipment are also provided.

A system and method for disinfection of food processing equipment is described. The system comprises one or more nozzle for delivering disinfecting fog, and is adapted to be used so that there is free space in front of the nozzle, and an angle of at least 20° for the expanding fog. Further disclosed is a food processing system comprising at least one food processing unit that comprises a housing and food processing means within the housing, the housing being provided with a plurality of nozzles on an inside surface to deliver disinfectant and/or cleaning fluid towards the food processing means. Methods of disinfecting food processing equipment are also provided.

A system and method are defined for disinfection of the structure, contents and included air in large volume enclosures such as mass transit vehicles, transport containers, warehouses, and retail sales or gathering locations to reduce the risk of transmission of contagious biological agents, particularly bacterial and viral agents. Various embodiments provide effective sanitizing actions accommodating differing local circumstances and obstacles. Safety interlock mechanisms, procedural steps and communications means ensure safe operations around humans and animals. The system includes a method for measuring environmental conditions to ensure a safe re-entry state.

A system and method are defined for disinfection of the structure, contents and included air in large volume enclosures such as mass transit vehicles, transport containers, warehouses, and retail sales or gathering locations to reduce the risk of transmission of contagious biological agents, particularly bacterial and viral agents. Various embodiments provide effective sanitizing actions accommodating differing local circumstances and obstacles. Safety interlock mechanisms, procedural steps and communications means ensure safe operations around humans and animals. The system includes a method for measuring environmental conditions to ensure a safe re-entry state.