Food processing plants face intense regulatory and audit pressure to prevent chemical contamination. Yet, anecdotal reports and documented enforcement actions suggest that non-compliant industrial penetrants may still be used in Zone 2 environments— areas where incidental contact with food is possible and where non-food-grade lubricants are prohibited. This misuse introduces avoidable contamination risks, violates U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) regulations (21 CFR 178.3570), and contradicts Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) aligned chemical control expectations.
\nModern NSF International / Nonfood Compounds Registration Program NSF H1-registered penetrants now offer performance comparable to many traditional industrial penetrants, eliminating the need for noncompliant substitutes. This white paper outlines the regulatory framework, risks associated with industrial penetrants, and the compliance-performance solution offered by WD-40 Specialist® Food-Grade Lubricant & Penetrant.
\nRead the full white paper here.
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If you manage or maintain industrial equipment, you’ve likely experienced the frustration of a
machine that “just broke down” for no apparent reason. In the real world, however, equipment
failures are rarely random – they frequently result from a breakdown in routine maintenance or loss
of protective measures over time. This white paper explores how recurring equipment failures (the
“failure cycle”) can be prevented by adopting a proactive maintenance approach we call “Prep,
Clean, Lube, Protect.” Each step targets a specific failure cause: preparing parts properly (for
example, using effective penetrants to free stuck components), thorough cleaning to remove
contaminants, applying the right lubricants to reduce wear, and protecting surfaces from corrosion
and other damage.
Read the full white paper here.
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