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Proper care, maintenance and storage of food contact tools is critical for ensuring a sanitary and code-compliant facility. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance of tool maintenance, the basics on how to properly clean and store items, and how to identify when it is time for replacement. Why Tool Maintenance Matters Tool cleaning and storage protocols are essential to food safety, compliance, functionality, and for maximizing your investment. Following the correct procedures can preve …

Safety, efficiency and comfort are important factors when it comes to cleaning and material handling in industrial settings. Long hours performing specific and repetitive tasks have a physical and mental impact on employees. It’s critical to understand that tool design choice plays an important role in a workforce’s overall health and productivity. Investing in the right quality tools reduces injuries and increases productivity, offering long-term benefits to an organization. Er …

Here at Union Jack, we want to ensure you will get the longest life out of your tools and the most out of your investment -- from purchase to replacement. It starts with quality. We've made it easy by offering a curated selection of high quality products for you to build, and add, to your suite of material handling and cleaning tools.Designed for food safe and industrial use.Our products are selected for their durability and strength. They are hygienically designed, food safe, and available …

From a little red guide book to an iconic standard in international fine dining, have you ever wondered how the Michelin Star restaurant rating got its start? The History It all began when French brothers André and Édouard Michelin founded Michelin Tire in 1889. With fewer than 3,000 cars on the road at the time, they were visionaries in the industry. In order to create demand and need for mobility (aka cars) and the subsequent need for tires, the first Michelin Guide was published …

Color-coding is a simple way to have a big impact on your facility’s food safety, sanitation and compliance. Designating certain colors for tools based on different uses, processes or zones is practical and offers a host of benefits. It prevents cross contamination from allergens, pathogens, chemicals, and physical contaminants -- improving quality control and reducing risk of product recall and related issues. It also increases efficiency by helping with tool organization/storage, too …