ITEC
German company ITEC Food Technology was promoting some of its hygiene solutions at the show. The company, part of the group incorporating Denmark-based company ATTEC, provides solutions for personal hygiene, staff equipment, including knife sharpeners. Peter De Matteis, sales manager, hygiene, told GlobalMeatNews that companies were "looking more to hygiene solutions in this part of the world". ITEC tries to cover the hygiene aspect, through the entire process, which "increases the shelf-life of the product, and makes it more safe", he explained. He said the hand under the glove has to be in good condition as well and must go through the various stages of sanitisation – soap, clean with water and dry. He said the education of staff is important, but ultimately it was the responsibility of management to make sure the final product was in the best condition.