Sanitary Finish: Your First Line of Defense Against Contamination
In food manufacturing, appearances deceive. A machine may look spotless, but shiny isn’t smooth—and only smooth is sanitary. Rough welds and surface crevices trap residue and microbes, putting food safety, compliance, and uptime at risk.
That’s why sanitary finish isn’t a spec—it’s a strategy.
What Makes a Surface Truly “Sanitary”?
Food safety authorities like the FDA and USDA make it clear: if a surface can’t be cleaned, it’s unsafe to run. At Blentech, our skilled craftsmen individually weld and polish every product contact surface to eliminate pits, shadow zones, and harborage points.
We go beyond industry minimums with:
- Continuous welds and proper drainage
- Polished finishes that speed sanitation and protect yield
- Electropolished surfaces where maximum cleanability and corrosion resistance are required
Every weld, every polish is done by hand—because the finish is only as sanitary as the people who create it.
More Uptime, Less Risk
Blentech designs support Clean-In-Place (CIP) with standardized software integrations that simplify setup and configuration. The result: faster sanitation, reduced chemical use, safer working conditions—and the clear payoff of shorter downtime, stronger compliance, and higher OEE.
Start With a Better Finish
Poor finishes cost time, yield, and brand trust. Blentech sanitary finishes directly reduce:
- Allergen carryover and cross-contamination risk
- Microbial safety and shelf-life integrity
- Sanitation efficiency and labor costs
- Regulatory compliance under FSMA, USDA Dairy, and other regulations
- Consistent product quality and brand protection
Want the full breakdown of surface types, finish levels, and what to use where?
Download our Sanitary Finish Design Guide for details on surface types, finish levels, and how to choose the right one.