Byotrol wins major food hygiene award
1st Dec 2009Byotrol, a revolutionary antimicrobial technology that includes a range of surface cleaners and hand sanitisers, has been awarded the Best New Product at the annual Society of Food Hygiene & Technology (SOFHT) Awards in recognition of its completely ground-breaking technology and incredible antimicrobial efficacy.
At the 2009 award luncheon, held in London on Thursday 26 November 2009, SOFHT judges acknowledged that Byotrol’s unique formulation and sanitisation properties could dramatically improve hygiene within food manufacturing, preparation and retail environments.
David McRobbie, CEO of Byotrol plc says: “I am delighted! It is always gratifying to be recognised by our own industry experts for the unique properties of our products. We have always recognised that the food industry takes a world lead in hygiene and this award underlines the significant opportunities for Byotrol products in the food sector.”
Byotrol uses water based micro polymer technology which forms an invisible layer on any surface, be it workstations, human hands or a factory floor to offer long-lasting protection. Independent tests have shown it delivers superior protection against bacteria and viruses, including those that cause food poisoning, as well as swine flu and MRSA. Even after drying, it continues to work for hours, unlike traditional products which cease to work once dry.
Despite its superior germ killing properties, Byotrol is so safe it would not cause harm even if ingested, making it perfect for use across the food industry.
Richard Werran, Managing Director of Cert ID Europe Ltd, the certification body that nominated Byotrol for the award says: “Our auditors see the inside of food factories worldwide and if there is one thing we could recommend to significantly improve hygiene it would be to use Byotrol, which clearly has the potential to significantly improve hygiene in food manufacturing, food service and retail sectors at a stroke.”
Byotrol’s food and beverage product range includes Byosan (broad spectrum food contact surface terminal sanitiser); Byodet (an advanced detergent-sanitiser); Byowipes (multi-surface wipes); Byocare (skin friendly, alcohol free, broad spectrum rapid kill hand hygiene); Byoclear (mould and mildew cleaner) – all available in small pack through to bulk supply. Importantly, because none of these products contains alcohol, the range is the very first of its kind to have received Halal approval.
About SOFHT
The Society of Food Hygiene & Technology was established in 1979 as an independent body, whose role is to offer support through membership to anyone involved in food hygiene and technology issues. The Society or SOFHT as it is commonly known is lead by a high profile voluntary board of directors who are committed to food hygiene and technology issues throughout the entire food chain.
http://www.sofht.co.uk/