During the COVID-19 pandemic, the food industry — despite restaurants shifting to delivery- or takeout-only models – has not slowed down. Food production and supply are definitely essential services, and heat is mandatory for keeping food safe.

In every situation where a heat exchanger is required, the combination of products and service fluids, application, temperature and other variables will be different.

Industries around the world will experience cold interior operations or outdoor environmental temperatures that can impact the performance of equipment. 

A fly-through animation explains the capabilities of an ultra-high temperature technology (UHT). SPX, which created the video, says the Infusion UHT Express increases the shelf life of dairy and food products without chemicals or preservatives.

A manufacturer of hygienic shutter valves and pigging systems turned to surface hardening to meet the safety demands of the food industry.