FOOD PROCESSING

At Bales, we collaborate with food processing manufacturers to deliver durable, high-performance coatings for food processing and packaging equipment. From cutters, rollers, caps and closures to food forming systems, our coatings enhance productivity, reliability, and longevity. Since 1978, our coatings ensure your components meet the highest standards of durability and performance, backed by our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

FOOF PROCESSING SOLUTIONS FAQS

Safety and quality are crucial in food processing. Our coatings meet these standards, as this FAQ section explains. Discover how our solutions ensure safety and efficiency in food processing applications with rigorous environments and heavy use.

What are the benefits of using Electroless Nickel coatings in food processing and packaging applications?

Electroless Nickel coatings offer several advantages in food processing. They provide excellent corrosion resistance, ensuring that equipment and components remain durable and hygienic. These coatings also offer uniform coverage, even in complex shapes, and maintain surface finish integrity. Additionally, Electroless Nickel coatings can enhance the longevity of food processing equipment by preventing wear and reducing friction, leading to improved operational efficiency.

How does Nickel coating contribute to food safety in packaging applications?

Nickel coating combines the corrosion resistance of nickel with the superior lubricity and release properties of PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene). In food packaging, Bales’ Nickel coating, NICKLON™, provides a non-stick surface, preventing food from sticking to packaging equipment. This reduces product waste and ensures a cleaner, more efficient packaging process. Additionally, NICKLON™ coating is FDA-compliant, making it safe for direct contact with food.

Can Electroless Nickel and Nickel coatings be applied to equipment used in wet or corrosive food processing environments?

Yes, both Electroless Nickel and Nickel coatings are suitable for equipment used in wet and corrosive food processing environments. Electroless Nickel coatings offer excellent corrosion resistance, making them ideal for equipment exposed to moisture and corrosive substances. Bales’ Nickel coating, NICKLON™, in particular, excels in wet environments due to its non-stick properties, preventing food build-up and corrosion. Nickel coatings enhance the durability and longevity of food processing equipment, even in challenging conditions.

CASE STUDY: Polishing Achieves Crystal-Clear Finish

A customer needed its highly visible parts—tumbler cups for the food and beverage industry—to have a very precise finish. Fortunately, polishing steel molds to assure the finest finishes on visible parts is a Bales specialty.

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“We told them what we were looking to obtain, and Bales developed a procedure that would enable us to get there!”