Birko Now Carries Sterilex Products for Biofilm Removal
Bactericide, Algicide and Slimicide
Effectively Controls Mold and Mildew
 Biofilm coverd surface Before Treatment. |
Biofilms: When bacteria are free to move around they are said to be planktonic. They will also attach themselves to surfaces in a moist, temperature-permissive environment and begin forming colonies. As these colonies grow they produce a protective, adhering matrix called biofilm. Biofilms are a leading source of bacteria in the food plant environment because of the presence of moisture. Many of the problem bacteria such as Listeria and Salmonella readily produce biofilm protected colonies. Not removing the biofilm means that colonies continue to produce more bacteria releasing them into the plant. Most general cleaning and sanitation products will not penetrate or detach the sturdy polysaccharide biofilm matrix that holds these bacterial colonies in place protecting them and allowing them to flourish. Sterilex manufactures the first group of products approved by the EPA for biofilm remediation. They remove E. Coli, Salmonella, Listeria and other problem organic contaminants on environmental surfaces. |
 Surface After Sterilex Ultra-Kleen CW502 Treatment. |
ULTRA-KLEEN™ CW502 HF (pdf) self-foaming, powdered biocide concentrate is for use on equipment and environmental surfaces that do not have direct contact with food products. Birko recommends a 5% solution for biofilm remediation and a 2.5% solution for ongoing maintenance. Currently approved for use in all states except California. ULTRA DISINFECTANT SOLUTION 1 (pdf) liquid is used for equipment and environmental surfaces in contact with edible food products. Ultra Disinfectant Solution 1 is a two-part product that requires mixing with Download a PDF File of the Sterilex Ultra Disinfectant Solution 1 Label Contact Birko for complete details and usage information |
 Sterilex products work synergistically with BIRKO sanitation and cleaning chemicals. >> |
 Download a pdf copy of the Foamer Handout Here |
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