It’s important to note that foodservice operators mainly use prep sinks for cleaning foods and slicing fruits and vegetables. These are not designated for hand washing.
Sanitation and Safety Guides
Large operations with big bills for garbage hauling may turn to pulpers to cut costs. These units can turn a garbage bag full of table scraps and disposables into a slurry with a fraction of the volume. Here are tips to keep this equipment running well.
Prep sinks require fairly basic cleaning and maintenance. Frequent sink scrubbing and sanitizing will help prevent rust and corrosion. Use only mild soap and water or nonabrasive cleansers to clean stainless-steel sinks since abrasive cleansers will scratch and dull surfaces. Operators shouldn’t use steel wool to clean stainless steel. After cleaning, thoroughly rinse and wipe the sink dry.
All air cleaners require periodic cleaning and filter replacement to function properly. Follow manufacturers’ recommendations on maintenance and replacement.
A standard component in the back of house, foodservice operators use prep sinks to wash dirt and other contaminants from food before preparation.
When seeking air purification technology, foodservice operators can choose from several options.
Featured Products
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Watts Hydro-Safe QT Filtration Systems
Dormont
Hydro-Safe QT systems provide filtration solutions for a range of applications, including ice machines, combi ovens, steamers, and cold beverage and brewing equipment. Hydro-Safe QT systems for ice machines and steam-related equipment employ both traditional phosphate anti-scale processes and Watts’ OneFlow technology, which reduces the formation of scale using no salt or electricity. Hydro-Safe systems configurations include single- and multi-stage housings, with flow rates from 1.5 GPM to 6 GPM — and capacities from 15,000 gallons to 66,000 gallons.
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VDU30 Undercounter Dishwasher
Veetsan Star
The VDU30 Undercounter Dishwasher is suitable for use in bars and small restaurants. This sanitizing dishwasher cleans up to 30 racks per hour in 180-degree F water. The unit requires a cold water line hookup.
