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Next-Generation Dairy Processing: Integrating Hygienic Design with Intelligent Automation

The integration of hygienic design principles with smart technology is fundamentally transforming dairy processing facilities across the Americas. As processors face intensifying demands for sustainability and efficiency, 3-A Sanitary Standards and Accepted Practices provide the framework for next-generation dairy facilities. These standards, covering everything from raw milk handling through finished product packaging, establish crucial baseline requirements for equipment design that minimize contamination risks while maximizing operational efficiency.

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INSIDE 3-A SSI

Learning , Growing Building: Reflections from the Executive Director's Desk

As I approach my six-month mark with 3-A SSI, I'm continually amazed by the depth of knowledge and passion within our community. Every conversation, every plant visit, and every meeting reinforces why the work we do matters so much to food safety and industry excellence.

Shape the Future of Food Safety Equipment: Join Our Elite Standards Development Community

The next generation of food processing equipment is being designed right now – and we need your expertise to ensure it meets the highest standards of safety, cleanability, and performance.

3-A’s Annual Conference: If You Missed It, Here’s Some of What You Missed

More than 200 food safety champions from all over the world -- food processors, equipment manufacturers, regulators, students, academics and others – came together in May for the 3-A SSI 2025 Summit on Hygienic Design in Chicago.

Two Decades, Two Champions: Celebrating 3-A SSI's Latest Award Winners

When the applause died down at May's 3-A SSI Summit on Hygienic Design, two men stood holding awards that represent more than personal achievement—they represent 55 years of combined dedication to food safety that has protected millions of meals worldwide.

Thank you 3-A SSI Sponsors!

Thank you 3-A SSI Sponsors! We are very thankful for your ongoing support of 3-A SSI Events and programs. Your generous sponsorship has made a tremendous impact on our cause and we would like to express our sincere appreciation for your dedication.

Connect with 3-A SSI at IAFP Annual Conference

3-A SSI will exhibit at the IAFP Annual Conference in Cleveland July 27 to 29.

Join Us at PACK EXPO Las Vegas for Amazing Solutions

3-A Sanitary Standards, Inc is proud to be partnering with PACK EXPO Las Vegas!

Save the Date for 3-A SSI's 2026 Summit on Hygienic Design

Mark your Calendar for 3-A SSI's 2026 Summit on Hygienic Design

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