Facility Management

Creating Synergies with Pest Experts

While keeping pest under control is an integral part of any food processing industry, working in synergy with a pest expert paves the way to effective pest management. Clean India Journal takes a tour of two Chennai-based food processing units that are being serviced by Rentokil Initial

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Need for ongoing IPM in Food Processing

Food processing industry by its very nature is susceptible to attacks from various pests. The entire chain of processing from raw material to the finished product which reaches the end consumer is critical and needs to be evaluated for pest hot spots. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is the way to deal with the management of pests in this industry. By addressing the underlying causes of pest infestations – access to food, water and shelter – IPM can prevent infestation before pesticides are even considered.

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Deep cleaning of fitted carpets

Fitted carpets are still in vogue. In fact, they are enjoying increasing popularity. Around two thirds of floors in business premises have textile coverings. And it is not just a fashion fad. Fitted carpets now come in a wide range of colours and a host of new patterns and structures. So it is easy to choose the right one for a particular type of building or use. What is more, fitted carpets have very good anti-slip properties and help reduce noise. Yet if they are to retain their attractive appearance in the long term, they must be cleaned efficiently, systematically and appropriately.

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