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Why capacitive touch buttons by CAPTRON meet the strictest EHEDG hygiene requirements
EHEDG-certified touch buttons by CAPTRON for hygienic safety
Guidelines in the production of food, beverages or pharmaceutical products are continuously adapted and tightened. Throughout the entire supply chain, manufacturers must comply with the increasingly stringent framework conditions - and meet the requirements of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Hygienic Engineering and Design Group (EHEDG). After all, consumer protection comes first.
Requirements in Industry 4.0 are becoming increasingly complex as for example for the set-up of machines and systems in manufacturing and packaging areas of producing companies. The smallest components such as sensors and pushbuttons are used as a crucial element for human-machine interaction. HMI components as the central interface between man and machine in the manufacturing industry must function perfectly under all operational conditions and ensure a germ-free environment. The exact regulations are defined by the FDA and EHEDG.
Hygienic Requirements in the Food and Pharmaceutical Industry
The basic requirement of the EHEDG for food and pharmaceutical manufacturers is to ensure cleanable design of equipment and production facilities in manufacturing and to avoid any contamination of food. This includes dirt residues, chemical substances, viruses, foreign bodies or toxins. In its guideline, the EHEDG describes the construction, design and installation of HMI components in such a way that food quality and safety can be ensured for the protection of the consumer. The requirements apply to both open and closed production and plant areas that are cleaned wet or dry. Scanners and sensors must be particularly protected against abrasion, chipping, flaking and cracking - during use as well as disinfection. Easy-to-clean plastics and metals are best suited for this purpose.
Capacitive switches ensure hygienic safety
Capacitive sensor switches that can be actuated without applying manual pressure are the ideal solution for all-round hygienic production processes. At CAPTRON, our top priority is providing you with the solutions you need for this. This is why our CANEO series10 Hygienic from the CANEO range is tailored specifically to the high requirements of the food, beverages, and pharmaceutical industries. Their dependability is not least confirmed by their EHEDG certification. The CAPTRON CANEO series10 Hygienic is the first switch to be awarded this certification, setting new standards in the industry:
• Can be integrated joint-tight into any system as a completely hygienic component
• Contains no mechanical elements - neither germs nor dirt particles can settle
• More robust than mechanical switches
• High flexibility: Additional functions can be integrated via intelligent sensors and corresponding interfaces (APIs)
Innovation solutions on the path towards Industry 4.0
Our capacitive switches in hygienic design meet stringent hygiene requirements - they meet FDA requirements and are the first EHEDG-certified probes in their field. As pioneers in the industry, they are ideal for use in food and beverage production and in the pharmaceutical industry. Hygiene is a top priority in our solution.
Learn more about the CANEO series here on Direct Industry or on our website www.captron.com .
