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The importance of asking the right questions when selecting the right partner is a sine qua non for all who care about their business and the high return on investment. The solution to the problem and alleviation of stress are possible if the homework is done in the right manner.

High hygiene and sanitation levels during the entire process cannot be compromised. You are in the health business, and risks for workers and consumers should not be ignored.

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Listed below are the frequently asked questions that are mandatory for understanding the business and getting a clear picture of processes and procedures.

Reusable Plastic Container (RPC) Cleaning and Sanitation Solutions is an industrial washing process - it forms a part of reusable packaging products which includes RPC’s, bins, trays, totes, racks, and pallets cleaned and sanitized on a regular basis, Besides sanitization and washing, the process is holistic as it de-palletizes stacks and dries the pallets, soil and contamination. The process is not as simple as the word cleaning entails to the common man.

Boxsys is a leading service provider with a patented integrated scientific process that is intensive - involving temperature, concentration, contact time, and agitation ensuring hygiene and safety from start to finish. RPCs are cleaned adhering to the highest food safety norms and strictly enforced global hygiene and sanitation standards.

With over 25 years of experience, Boxsys offers a comprehensive range of washing and maintenance services for reusable packaging products i.e. Reusable plastic Containers (RPC’s), totes, lids, chill-pack baskets, crates, Trays and pallets.

With a range of specially designed cleaning units, Boxsys is an industry leader offering the following services:

  • Automated and manual cleaning solutions

  • Preparing Standard Operating Procedures

  • Microbiology testing

  • Technical inspections

  • Preventive and corrective maintenance services

  • Container retirement and recycling program

A pallet and container washer transcends mere surface dust and gets to the core of the issue: pallets are generally a home to grime, dirt, blood, grease, etc., where viruses, bacteria, etc. cause contamination, affecting the health of all and sundry. A professional container washer like Boxsys does a bespoke study of the requirements, utilizing the correct mix of chemicals, and high-pressure hot water, ensuring all the check boxes pertaining to hygiene and sanitation are checked in its intensive cleaning process.

A professional RPC washer should be an authority on their business, knowing the ins and outs of the process. Boxsys checks the boxes in this regard by also adding innovative ideas out of the box after understanding the need. A professional washer should have:

  • A thorough system from start to finish that is adhered to

  • Professional industrial machines are certified and regulated

  • Ability to wash various kinds of pallets

  • Automatic state-of-the-art panels with automatic settings

  • Steel-base machines avoid corrosion and rust, keeping them long-lasting

  • Multiple spray nozzles and different capacities to wash multiple pallets

  • Environment-friendly surroundings

  • Educated, courteous, rightly attired, and aware staff

Yes, at Boxsys there is a Professional Asset management program for inventory control. Our scientifically modeled program helps our customers craft a strategy to their liking with key performance indicators around supply chain stress points. You spot inaccuracies, you track your order, you save money and time, and you have transparency and control.

In other words, we have done the homework to make it as smooth as possible so that you can focus on your core business.

Boxsys is in compliance with a strict food safety protocol that comprises a state-of-the-art program; we adopt Global Food Safety and Canadian Food Safety Initiative-compliant schemes. Our standard operating procedures focus on the stringent requirements for a high-quality food safety management system. Every link in the supply chain is checked, ensuring best practices for sanitation, environmental monitoring, food protection, etc.

Reusable Pallet/Container washing is mandatory for companies that deal in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, etc. The process ensures health, safety, hygiene, and cleanliness, ensuring brand recognition and keeping the reputation of the company in good stead.

Reusable Pallet/Container washing prevents or obliterates any built-up dirt, grime, and grease that cause viruses and bacteria that influence foodborne illnesses. The Boxsys Pallet/Container Washing System extends pallet life and ensures health and safety, guaranteeing productivity and a happy working environment.

Various industries use industrial reusable pallet/container washing to improve their productivity and hygiene output, ensuring safety and productivity.

Food and Beverage: Hygiene and environmental cleanliness are critical subsets of this industry due to bacteria and viruses on fouled and contaminated pallets. These pallets carry vegetables, poultry, dairy, fish, eggs, meat, etc.

Healthcare and Pharmaceutical: These industries have to follow strict adherence to sterilization, sanitation, etc.; cleaning is obligatory to ensure hygiene and safety.

Manufacturing: Manufacturers for the automotive and retail industries, amongst others, use pallets/containers in their logistical handling, which are prone to grease and metal residue. A professional cleaning service provider like Boxsys gets to the core to eradicate those aberrant recurrences.

Plastic Pallets

  • More stable and lightweight

  • Non-slip surface

  • High load capacity

  • Used in all conditions

  • No high maintenance with a span of 10 plus years

  • Resistance to corrosion and humidity

  • Easy to clean and 100% recyclable

  • Safe handling due to a lack of nails, screws, etc.

 

Wooden Pallets

  • Used for heavier products

  • Heavy weights can cost more to ship via air freight

  • Not easy to clean.

  • Has strength and durability.

  • Stored easily in racks

  • Cost less than other pallet materials.

  • Easy to repair, recycle, or resell

  • Can cause harm due to nails, screws, etc.

     

Metal Pallets

  • Made with steel and aluminum

  • Stronger than wood or plastic

  • Not ideal for transport due to high costs

  • Weather-resistant and easy to clean

  • Prevents decay or rotting

  • Free from pests or termites

  • Recyclable and safe to use

  • Used by specific companies due to their strength

A professional industrial service provider like Boxsys has a bespoke system for the use of sanitizers after conducting a stringent pre-stage assessment. The ingredients in the chemical sanitizer are all as per government-approved regulatory health standards.

In the competitive clutter of pallet washers, one should be diligent in selecting the right cleaning and sanitizing vendor. Credentials, attitude, professionalism, systems, clients, accreditation etc. all play an important part, but it is also important to understand and ask the right questions:

  • What is it that you need?

  • Are you looking for an automatic or manual?

  • Do you need a built-in rinse and dryer system used by specific industrial washers?

  • Are they certified?

  • Are they using a stainless steel washing machine?

  • What are the turnaround times?

  • What is your budget?

  • Is the company's environment focused?

Boxsys, with over two decades of experience, has its own indigenous, built-in, and patented system.

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