Are you sure your food processing equipment is up to par? 

In this episode of Behind Clean Lines, we chat with Nate Harrison from Phoenix Innovations, a poultry industry expert with over 20 years of experience. He shares key design choices that can enhance the safety and efficiency of your food production machinery.

Discover the importance of high-grade stainless steel, proper slopes, and easy cleaning access to combat bacteria. Nate weighs in on essential inspection points and the potential pitfalls of hidden tubing in your equipment design. 

From best practices to future trends like automation and sustainable materials, this episode is packed with practical advice to elevate your food safety standards. 

In the episode, you’ll learn about:
•    The necessity of simple, durable, and reliable designs.
•    The importance of designing for easy access and serviceability.
•    Benefits of increasing inspection points.
•    … and much more.

Guest
Our guest today is Nate Harrison, founder of Phoenix Innovations
You host is Mikkel Svold.

Episode Contents
00:08 Introduction to Episode and Guest Nate Harrison 
01:07 Importance of Design Choices in Food Factories 
02:33 Emphasizing Simple Concepts in Equipment Design 
04:18 Cost Implications of Overcomplicated Designs 
06:27 Significance of High-Grade Sanitary Stainless Steel 
10:24 Need for Easy Access for Cleaning and Maintenance 
12:49 Increased Inspection Points for Operational Efficiency 
15:43 Eliminating Tubing in Equipment Framework Design 
17:28 The Rise of Automation in Equipment Design 
19:23 Advice for Newcomers on Outsourcing Automation Solutions

Production
This podcast is brought to you by NGI 
The podcast is produced by Montanus.