The Vikan 6982MD3 is a premium metal-detectable hygienic shovel engineered for demanding food processing environments. It is specifically designed for safe and efficient material handling across dairy, meat, poultry, seafood, and general food handling operations.
Key Specifications and Features:
– Material Composition: Constructed from durable polypropylene with a semi-ferrous additive, ensuring robustness and metal detectability within production lines.
– Hygienic Design: Features a seamless, one-piece construction that eliminates cracks and crevices where dirt, bacteria, or other contaminants could accumulate, promoting superior hygiene.
– Metal Detectable: Incorporates a semi-ferrous additive, making the shovel detectable by standard metal detection systems to prevent foreign object contamination in food products.
– Autoclavable: Fully autoclavable up to a maximum temperature of 250 degrees F (121 degrees C) for thorough sterilization and enhanced food safety.
– Dimensions: Offers an overall length of 42 1/2 inches, with a blade measuring 17 inches in length and 13 3/4 inches in width for efficient scooping.
– Ergonomic D-Handle: Equipped with a comfortable D-handle designed to reduce user fatigue during extended periods of use.
– Chemical and Corrosion Resistance: Built to withstand harsh cleaning agents and corrosive environments commonly found in food processing facilities.
– FDA Compliant & HACCP Ready: Manufactured from FDA-compliant materials and supplied in blue for seamless integration into HACCP color-coding systems, aiding in cross-contamination prevention.