Food Processing & Packaging
ACO was the first drainage company to obtain NSF/ANSI/3-A 14159-1-2024 – Hygiene Requirements for the Design of Meat and Poultry Processing Equipment certification for its products from NSF International.
Hygiene First
Sanitary Solutions for Your Environment
Drainage systems are potential havens for large bacterial growth and can be a source of contamination to your workers, product, and local environment. Poorly specified drainage leads to costly ongoing cleaning and maintenance, and at worst it can result in health and safety issues.
ACO excels at manufacturing sanitary products with factors that help ensure the cleanliness of your wastewater drainage systems.
Hygienic Design Principles
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Large Internal Radii
All internal radii are ≥3 mm, which greatly increases cleaning effectiveness.
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Edge Infills
Edge in-fills minimize the risk of floor cracks, which can harbor microorganisms.
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Dry Sump Design
Completely drainable systems eliminate stagnant water, smells, microbial growth, and chemical hazards.
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No Metal Overlap
Removing overlapping metal-to-metal contact surfaces eliminates crevices for bacteria residence.
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Stainless Steel
304 and 316L stainless steel provides a durable, easily cleaned surface, minimizing bacterial growth.
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V-Shaped Build
The contours of drain bodies are shaped to promote quick drain flow without obstruction, leading to higher cleaning efficiency.
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Pickled and Passivated
Pickling and passivation processes performed by ACO restore physical properties of stainless steel, increasing corrosion resistance and smoothing the surface.
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Electropolishing
An optional finishing process after pickling and passivation that further smooths steel surfaces and improves bacterial resistance, with the additional benefit of a shinier appearance.
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Cleaning Performance
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Cleaning Research
Food Safety & Quality
ACO Building Drainage includes items which are fully compliant with the highest hygienic requirements. We also have a full understanding of the food industry’s own standards—such as HACCP—and we work with hygienic design bodies such as the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG).
- EHEDG Leading source of hygienic design and engineering expertise, enhancing food safety and quality across the industry
- EN 1672-2:2020 Food processing machinery – Basic concepts – Part 2: Hygiene and cleanability requirements
- ISO 14159:2002 Safety of machinery — Hygiene requirements for the design of machinery
ACO Stainless
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Modular
Stainless Grated Trench DrainsGrated, sloped, modular, stainless steel trench drain systems with emphasis on hygienic design, corrosion-resistance, durability, and ease of maintenance.
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SlotDrain
Stainless Slotted Trench DrainsSlotted, sloped, modular, stainless steel trench drain systems with emphasis on hygienic design, corrosion-resistance, durability, and ease of maintenance.
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BoxDrain
Stainless Floor SinksGrated, hygienic, stainless steel floor sinks built for the heavy demands of commercial kitchens and food service environments.
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FloorDrain
Stainless Floor DrainsSquare and round stainless steel floor drains built for industrial facilities. Grated, hygienic, and versatile; includes options for size, height, and outlet.
ACO Pipe
Push-Fit Piping
ACO Pipe offers a hygienic, corrosion-resistant solution for commercial installations above or below ground. Made from 316L stainless steel, it’s designed for durability, resistance to thermal and dynamic shock, and simple installation.
With its push-fit socket and robust double-lip seal, this system ensures long-lasting performance, accommodates thermal expansion, and provides a reliable, efficient solution for a variety of commercial applications.
