Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60atg UV Technology, the leading UK manufacturer of ultraviolet water disinfection systems, has developed a range of UV disinfection units to meet the needs of the food and beverage industry. Waterborne micro-organisms are responsible for adverse effects on flavour, colour, odour and shelf life of products and, of course, potential health risks to consumers. A number of emerging pathogens, like Cryptosporidium and Giardia are showing increased resistance to chlorine disinfection. As a result, the food and beverage industry is tightening its already stringent microbiological safety and quality standards for process water, product water and sugar solutions. UV irradiation has a long history in pharmaceutical and drinking water disinfection where it has been proven that 254nm UVC light, at the correct and consistent dosage inactivates the whole range of spoilage microorganisms – viruses, bacteria, moulds and protozoans – even chemically resistant ones – including thermophilic bacteria which are resistant to pasteurisation. UV systems from atg UV Technology are entirely chemical-free, low maintenance and cost-effective and can be used in a range of process applications, from CIP rinsing to liquid sugar. Unlike alternative methods of disinfection, UV leaves no contaminating toxins or residues and there is no change to the chemical composition, colour, taste, odour or pH of the fluid being treated. The success of UV disinfection depends on ensuring that the applied dose is always sufficient to inactivate the target microorganisms. atg’s UV systems closely match the US EPA guidelines for equipment validation – the standard generally adopted for UV disinfection systems. Continuous UV intensity monitoring as standard goes to ensure that the UV dose is always being delivered. atg UV Technology has over 30 years’ experience in UV disinfection covering industries from oil and gas to food and beverage and pharmaceuticals. The company, established in 1981, is an industry expert in the design, production and maintenance of ultraviolet disinfection/treatment systems and is recognised as a market leader for the supply of high-quality UV equipment and services. With thousands of installations worldwide, a strong commitment to research and development and an ongoing validation programme, atg UV offers a wealth of industry experience, specialised knowledge and expertise. New employee at Clear Brew Clear Brew is a Cornish eco-led beer line cleaning company established in 2006, and ‘powered by people, not just machinery’. The company has just announced that, despite the effects of the economic climate, landlords have not cut back on employing the beer line cleaning professionals; in fact it is quite the opposite. Landlords maintain an awareness that quality products and services are still of the upmost importance in today’s market, and this requirement for quality has led many to embrace professional beer line maintenance as a way of ensuring that their products are served to the highest standard each and every time. Due to the increase in demand for its services, Clear Brew has expanded by recruiting the company’s 7th employee Colin Battle. Colin has over 30 years experience in the licensed sector, including running several pubs and a hotel. Colin has been welcomed into a team that continues to provide a first class service, which also forms part of an every expanding franchised network. www.atguv.com For more information visit: 46 BREWING & BEVERAGE INDUSTRIES BUSINESS Chemical-free liquid disinfection www.clearbrew.co.uk For more information visit: Hygiene, Health & Safety 46_Layout 1 28/07/2016 13:01 Page 1