Birko Food Safety Blog
Controlling Salmonella in Pet Food
With the FDA’s recent announcement that it plans to begin testing pet food for Salmonella, both consumers and pet food…
Reducing Sodium
Q: My municipality has high levels of sodium in its water. What can I do to control the amount of…
Bright Tank Cleaning Advice
Q: Is it reasonable to keep the bright tank completely sealed and do a water rinse/acid wash/peracetic acid wash between…
The Birko Advantage
We’ve had more than a few questions recently on The Birko Advantage from customers who want to know more about it. The Birko Advantage is more than just a slogan…
Traceability
The recent Listeria monocytogenes outbreak, traced to cantaloupes grown in Colorado, once again reminds us that it is possible…
Recirculating Hot Water Pasteurization Systems
The tragic 1993 E. coli outbreak, where four children died and hundreds were sickened after eating undercooked…
Sanitation
Q. Can I clean and sanitize in one step? A. We do not feel that it can be done reliably…
Foodborne Pathogens
If there’s a constant beside death and taxes, it is certainly the fact that we do not live in a…
Materials
Q. What kind of products are safe for aluminum? A. Aluminum is an amphoteric metal. That means it is subject…
Disinfection and Hand-Sanitation Products for Flu Outbreaks
Flu viruses can remain on hard surfaces such as door handles, railings, tables and other frequently touched surfaces for 24…
