Shovel 5625 - 271mm straight handle - Vikan

Shovel 5625 - 271mm straight handle - Vikan

This scoop has a one-piece structure to eliminate areas where bacteria tend to accumulate. Its smooth surface makes it easy to clean , making it ideal for transporting ingredients or large quantities of food waste.

Strengths & advantages:

• Optimized hygiene: The one-piece construction reduces areas where bacteria can accumulate, making cleaning easier and limiting health risks.
• Smooth surface: it contributes to quick cleaning, without hard-to-reach corners.
• Food compatibility: materials certified for food contact, free of BPA, phthalates, etc.
• Thermal resistance: withstands demanding cleaning cycles (up to 121°C in an autoclave).
• Versatility: suitable for dosing, transferring ingredients, handling powdered or light solid products.
• Wide range of colors: allows hygienic coding (production lines, separate areas).
• Lightness and maneuverability: easy to handle with one hand, making it suitable for intensive use.

Recommended applications:

• Transfer of ingredients in food production chains.
• Handling in central kitchens, laboratories or processing industries.
• Use in areas with strict hygiene (white zone, processing zone).
• Cleaning or moving food waste.
• Use in areas where color coding is required.

Instructions for use and maintenance:

• Before first use, wash, disinfect and sterilize according to internal protocols.
• Use compatible detergents (pH between 2 and 10.5).
• Avoid strong mechanical shocks to avoid weakening the polypropylene.
• After use, rinse with clean water, then treat according to the cleaning plan (washing / sterilization).
• Periodically check the surface condition (scratches, cracks) which may harbor microorganisms.

Colors:

• Rose: V5625/1
• Green: V5625/2
• Blue: V5625/3
• Red: V5625/4
• White: V5625/5
• Yellow: V5625/6
• Orange: V5625/7
• Purple: V5625/8
• Black: V5625/9
• Brown: V5625/66
• Lime: V5625/77
• Grey: V5625/88

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is this shovel suitable for direct contact with food?
   Yes. The scoop complies with European standards for food contact materials (EU Regulation 1935/2004), is FDA approved, and complies with UK Regulation 2019 No. 704.
2. What is the maximum operating temperature?
   In normal use, it can withstand up to 100°C. In cleaning (dishwasher), up to 93°C.
3. Can it be autoclaved?
   Yes, the scoop is designed to withstand sterilization at 121°C.
4. Is there a metal/x-ray detectable version?
   No for this classic version (5625). The detectable version corresponds to the 5626 Shovel which incorporates detectable additives for the food industry.
5. What colors are available and what are they used for?
   The shovel is available in multiple colors (pink, green, blue, red, white, yellow, orange, purple, black, brown, lime green, gray). Using colors can help prevent cross-contamination in production areas.
6. How to maintain and clean this shovel properly?
   Rinse immediately after use. Use mild, compatible detergents. Do not exceed recommended temperatures. Check visually after each wash. Do not expose to direct heat sources.
7. What are the usage limits (temperature or conditions)?
   Do not exceed 100°C in use. Do not drop below –20°C. pH between 2 and 10.5. Do not expose to aggressive solvents or concentrated acids.