JBT Corp., Chicago, partnered with SmartWash Solutions, Salinas, Calif., to start a new European alliance developed to bring an innovative combination of science, technology and engineering to fresh-cut produce processors in Europe.

The Herbold Hot Wash System from Herbold Meckesheim USA, Smithfield, R.I., initially designed for PET bottles, now processes a variety of other items, including thermoformed foils, trays and foil used in the packaging industry.

Implementing a footwear cleaning and sanitization program can be easy with the help and training of a food safety specialist.

True Leaf Farms, the Salinas, Calif.-based processing affiliate for fresh cut produce under Church Brothers, took the next step in their food safety program by expanding their use of SmartWash Solutions on all wash lines.

Meritech, Golden, Colo., developed the CleanTech 2000SCA automated handwashing system with turnstile-controlled access and a compact design.