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Foreign matter inspection helps reduce the amount of foreign objects within a food product which would benefit customers, the company brand name, and will protect inline equipment. The presentation focuses on x-ray inspection technology which allows the detecting of metal, glass, stone, bone, and dense plastic.

The types of stainless chosen for food processing equipment directly impacts its price, durability, and, ultimately, safe food production. This highly practical presentation focuses on  such details as stainless steel production, chemical composition, and some of the most important factors to consider when choosing an appropriate type of stainless steel.

Applies to the use of ceramic materials in equipment covered by a 3-A Symbol.

Provides guidance for joint welding standards for CCEs.

Interim Guidance on Mechanical Force Seals in 3-A SSI Valve Standards

Provides guidance on mechanical force seals in 3-A SSI valve standards for CCEs.

Standard 02-10, Milk Pumps, Interpretation of Clause D11.2.2.5 Enclosed Threads

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Provides interpretive guidance on ‘cleanable’, ‘drainable’, and ‘validated’.

Provides guidance on use of non-referenced 3-A Sanitary Standards and 3-A Accepted Practices.

Applies to the evaluation of rubber, rubber-like and plastic materials in equipment to be covered by a 3-A Symbol.