Food industry
Industrial cleaning solutions for the food industry
In the food industry, hygiene and reliability are non-negotiable. Reusable product carriers move through your process every day, so cleaning must be fast, consistent and thorough to support food safety and cleanliness.Numafa develops, manufactures and supplies industrial washing and drying systems that help you maintain high standards in food and hygiene, while keeping your operation efficient and predictable.
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Low maintenance
Energy saving
Optimal hygiene in every branch of the food industry
With over 40 years of experience in industrial cleaning, we ensure optimal hygiene in every branch of the food industry. Whether you operate in meat processing, the fish industry, dairy, fruits & vegetables, or bread & pastries, we provide durable and robust cleaning machines for every reusable product carrier.
Because every application comes with its own cleaning challenges, our industrial washing systems are configured with the right parameters to remove grease, meat scraps, proteins, blood, salt, dough residue and other common contaminants. Whether you need to clean crates, molds, trays, racks, kegs or containers, our automated washing and drying solutions deliver hygienically clean results, batch after batch.
Thanks to an energy- and water-saving recirculation system, you keep operational costs low while meeting the highest standards in food industry hygiene and sustainability. Discover the right cleaning solution for your production environment.
Meat
In the meat industry, hygiene is critical. Meat residues, fat, blood and proteins create an ideal breeding ground for bacteria, increasing the risk of cross-contamination and product spoilage. To meet strict hygiene regulations, reliable and thorough industrial cleaning is essential.
Numafa provides cleaning solutions for meat processing. Our crate washers, container washers, pallet washers and drying systems remove even the most stubborn contamination and deliver hygienically clean product carriers, ready for immediate reuse in your production process. With high cleaning capacity and consistent results, you reduce downtime, contamination risks and unnecessary costs, keeping your operation clean, safe and efficient.
Our robust systems can clean and dry, among others:
- ham molds
- E1, E2 and E3 euronorm crates
- 200 and 300 liter standard trucks (Eurobins) and V-mags
- dolav bins
Fruits & vegetables
In the fruits & vegetables industry, reusable product carriers are used throughout the entire supply chain, from harvest to sorting, packaging and supermarket distribution. Contamination such as soil, mud, sand, leaves, juice residues and mold can quickly build up, causing bacteria and odors to spread. This can affect product quality and shelf life. That’s why reliable and thorough industrial cleaning is essential to safeguard food safety, maintain food industry hygiene, and reduce waste.
Numafa provides industrial cleaning solutions tailored to the fruits & vegetables industry. Our washing and drying systems are configured to match your crate type, level of contamination and required throughput. This ensures consistently hygienic product carriers that are ready for immediate reuse, helping you prevent downtime, reduce manual handling and keep your operation efficient.
Our systems can clean and dry, among others:
- rigid crates
- folding crates with various latches
- bail arm crates
- pallet / dolav boxes
Fish
In the fish industry, hygiene requirements are extremely strict. Scales, fat, ink residue and salty conditions cause daily contamination that can be difficult to remove. Working in humid and salty environments makes cleaning crates, lids and reusable product carriers even more challenging. That’s why reliable and thorough industrial cleaning is essential to prevent corrosion, odor build-up and bacterial growth, and to meet strict hygiene regulations. With short turnaround times and high throughput, you also need consistently clean carriers that are ready for immediate reuse, without slowing down your process.
Numafa provides industrial cleaning solutions tailored to the fish industry. Our crate washers and drying systems are configured with the right washing parameters, filtration and water pressure to remove even the most stubborn contamination. This ensures hygienically clean crates and lids that are ready for immediate reuse, helping you prevent downtime, reduce contamination risks and keep your operation running smoothly.
Our systems can be configured with, among others:
- optimal filtration for filtering scales
- high-pressure spray systems for removing ink residue
- the right washing parameters for fat removal
- stainless steel 316 finish for use in salty environments
Beverage
In the beverage industry, a wide range of reusable product carriers is used for packaging and transporting both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Contamination such as sugar residues, adhesive remains, labels and even mold can build up quickly, leading to hygiene risks and odor issues. That’s why efficient and reliable industrial cleaning is essential to meet strict hygiene and quality standards in the sector.
Numafa provides durable washing solutions for the beverage industry. Our industrial cleaning machines effortlessly remove labels, sticky residues and build-up, keeping your product carriers clean, dry and ready for the next filling cycle. Also our systems are equipped with different water pressures and filtration features. This helps you maintain consistent quality and keep your production process running smoothly.
Our durable systems can clean and dry, among others:
- beer and lemonade crates
- kegs and casks
- layer pads
- plastic pallets and top frames
Dairy
In the dairy industry, countless reusable product carriers are used every day for processing, storage and packaging. Milk residues, fats and proteins can quickly build up and harden, creating an ideal breeding ground for bacteria and odor formation. To prevent contamination and product rejection, you need an industrial cleaning solution that meets the strictest food safety and hygiene standards.
Numafa provides robust washing solutions for the dairy sector. Our industrial cleaning machines thoroughly wash and dry your product carriers, using optimized washing parameters specifically configured for dairy contamination. This ensures hygienically clean carriers, ready for immediate reuse, helping you keep your process safe, efficient and reliable.
Our systems can clean and dry, among others:
- crates
- racks (rics)
- cheese molds
- buckets
- plastic pallets
Bread & pastries
In the bread & pastries industry, cleaning challenges can vary significantly. From heavily soiled baking trays and molds to crates used for packaged bread, reusable product carriers are exposed to many types of contamination. Residues such as dough, flour, grease, chocolate, sugar build-up and crumbs can quickly accumulate. If not removed thoroughly, this may lead to bacterial growth, burn-on and product quality loss. That’s why reliable and thorough industrial cleaning is essential to safeguard hygiene and consistent product quality.
Numafa provides industrial cleaning solutions for the bread & pastries sector. Our industrial cleaning machines effortlessly wash and dry a wide range of reusable product carriers, with washing parameters configured to match the type of contamination. This keeps your carriers clean, dry and ready for immediate reuse, supporting an efficient and reliable production process.
Our systems can clean and dry, among others:
- chocolate molds
- baking trays
- baking molds
- connected loaf pans
- broban crates
- omega baskets
- dollies
- standard carts
- plastic pallets
- peelboards
Solutions for the food industry
Our cleaning systems for the food industry support a wide range of applications in production, processing and logistics. From compact washing systems for smaller production lines to fully automated washing and drying installations with integrated handling modules for large food processors. We provide the right solution for every operation. Each system is designed for intensive daily use. We develop, build and deliver everything in-house, allowing us to guarantee the highest level of quality and reliability.
Hygiene, sustainability and efficiency
Effective cleaning and disinfection in food industry operations helps reduce risks, protect product quality and meet strict hygiene requirements. It also keeps your logistics moving and prevents costly downtime. That’s why our washing systems for the food industry combine high cleaning capacity with low energy and water consumption. Thanks to an energy- and water-saving recirculation system, you get consistent results without compromising efficiency. Our installations are easy to operate, low-maintenance and built for intensive daily use, with reliable support from our technical advisors when needed.
Industrial cleaning solutions for various industries
Numafa has a solution for every industrial cleaning issue. Our systems can be effortlessly adapted to the processes of companies operating in the metal & automotive, chemistry, pool & logistics and jar & can industries. From washing, drying, and automation to (de)stacking and (de)palletizing, our versatile solutions fit perfectly into a wide variety of production environments.
It all starts with service
For us, the installation of a system is not the end, it’s the beginning of long-term support. We focus on building lasting relationships and keeping your system running at peak performance. We have a dedicated service department and a well-organized spare parts department. We can also partially or completely overhaul obsolete machines, and we supply environmentally friendly and sustainable cleaning products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about our cleaning systems for the food industry? Here you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions about cleaning crates, pallets and containers in food production and logistics processes.
What makes your industrial washing machines suitable for the food industry?
Our industrial washing machines are designed to meet strict food safety and hygiene requirements. They are fully built in stainless steel, configured with the right washing parameters for stubborn contamination, and equipped with an energy- and water-saving recirculation system. This ensures hygienically clean product carriers and a reliable cleaning process.
Which reusable product carriers can your cleaning systems handle?
Our industrial washing systems can clean almost all reusable product carriers used in the food industry. This includes crates, containers, standard trucks (Eurobins), dolav bins, pallets, kegs and molds. Each system is tailored to your carriers and the type of contamination in your process.
Can your cleaning systems process different crate and pallet sizes?
Yes. Our cleaning systems are designed to be flexible and can handle different sizes and types of crates, containers and pallets. We configure every system based on your product carriers and production volume.
Why do food companies choose Numafa?
Numafa has over 40 years of experience in industrial cleaning solutions for the food industry. Customers choose us for:
- durable technology with low water and energy consumption
- reliable performance, even in intensive or 24/7 operations
- worldwide service and fast technical support
- long service life thanks to robust, low-maintenance systems
- a hands-on partner who helps make your process more efficient and future-proof
Need help finding the right solution?
✓ Over 40 years of experience in industrial cleaning
✓ Tailored advice for your production environment
✓ Solution-oriented and technically driven
