Using PE Containers Inside Fish Processing Plants: Why PE is a must!

Fish processing plants have one of the most complex food processes in the world. In order to stay ahead of the curve, it's crucial for these plants to focus on efficiency and sustainability. You might be asking yourself what can be done to ensure that while being efficient and sustainable that the focus of food safety isn’t lost.

Here are just a few reasons why PE containers are a must within fish processing plants.

Polyethylene Containers are Lightweight, Extremely Durable & Stackable.

PE containers offer a lightweight yet robust solution for transportation and storage within any fish processing facility. Because of its lightweight nature, these containers allow for easy handling which reduces the strain on workers and equipment during the loading and unloading, and cleaning/sanitizing stations. Due to the triple wall construction, the durability and strength of the PE containers is unmatched allowing for the long life of your container investment.

As well, should a fork puncture occur in the side of any PE triple wall container, the closed cell middle layer does not allow contaminated ice and water to penetrate the middle of the container. A simple cleaning & sanitizing of the damage area will allow for a proper repair to be done and the container becomes food safe and functional once again.

Another beneficial feature is the stackability that PE containers provide. This allows for the ability to take advantage of your valuable floor and cooler space as much as possible - go higher up with your stacking thus saving floor space for other uses in your plant. This lets you see huge cost savings by being able to maximize all space provided.

Customization for Fish Products

Since most fish processing plants aren’t dealing with one specific type of fish and are working with different species, it’s important to note that PE containers have the ability to be customized in terms of size, color and word/image graphic features to accommodate the unique needs of different types of fish handled. This customization ensures that the containers provide a secure and tailored environment for various fish products, preventing damage and maintaining product quality during the processing journey through the plant. All of this contributes to the efficiency of the fish processing plant.

Food Safety Within Polyethylene (PE) containers

The smooth wall design of the interior and exterior of the PE containers and with the use of CFIA/USDA/EU approved raw materials, are perfect to create a clean environment to hold your valuable fish products for storage or during the transport through the processing facility. The smooth wall design ensures a simple, quick and efficient cleaning and sanitizing process once the container has been emptied. While the fish processing industry needs to maintain a clean environment to prevent contamination, PE containers minimize the risk of bacterial growth and cross-contamination during use.

In summary, the use of PE containers in fish manufacturing plants is justified by their hygienic properties, durability, lightweight design, and customization capabilities (color & branding). These features not only ensure the safe and secure transportation of fish products throughout the plant but also contribute to the overall efficiency and success of the manufacturing operation.