Making Food Safer By Keeping It Colder – Part Two, Industrial Refrigeration Safety
The change from an agricultural society to an industrial one along with a greater demand for beef and other meats created a desire for food to be shipped and kept fresh. Once received, storage was required of the shipped meats in order to maintain its freshness and its safety for consumption. The old adage, Necessity […]
Cooling Becomes Big Business – Part Three, Industrial Refrigeration Safety
Food Safety over the centuries not only became more apparent, eventually mechanical refrigeration began to replace the ice box. In short, food transport and supply became big business. People moved from rural areas into cites. Markets sprung up for people to purchase their food from instead of growing or hunting for themselves. Business owners grew […]
When Good Food Goes Bad – Part Four – Industrial Refrigeration and Food Safety
It’s not always just a tummy upset when good food goes bad. It can be fatal. Our senses can cue us to trouble. Certainly meat that isn’t the right colour or your nose picks up the not so fresh smell of meat that has been packaged for too long. Even the wrinkles on fruit or […]
Safe Handling of Food for Refrigeration in the home – Part Five
Keeping food safe requires proper handling practices. This begins at home and is logically carried over into the industrial/commercial areas of food storage. Hot food can be cooled prior to refrigeration by rapidly chilling it in ice or in cold water but it isn’t necessary. Food can be placed directly into the refrigerator. Proper handling […]
Refrigeration Safety in the Industrial Sector-Not just for Food – Part Six
Efficient management of industrial refrigeration systems is critically important to reduce health risks. Proper design, construction and operation of modern industrial systems ensures the safety of consumers and customers is never compromised. Environmental challenges face the industrial refrigeration industry so ongoing measures to provide technical support, equipment and systems advice will help achieve the best […]
KeepRite Refrigeration Seeking Production Technicians
KeepRite Refrigeration is seeking Production Technicians to meet the growing demand for our world-class refrigeration and cooling products. As a team player you will be working in a flexible manufacturing environment, operating large machines and various tools for the manufacture of commercial refrigeration equipment. You will ensure that all materials and work performed adheres to […]
The Pre Refrigeration Era – Food Safety – Part One
With the heat of summer upon us, it’s a good time to reflect on Food Safety not just for consumers but also for industrial refrigeration. Industrial refrigeration has a direct impact on food safety in all sectors of the community. There was time when food had to be consumed immediately or pickled to eliminate the […]
Winners of the 2012 Win-An-iPad Contest Announced
KeepRite Refrigeration is proud to announce the winners of the 2012 Win-An-iPad Contest! Doug Hines from the Hamilton branch of the Master Group/Le Groupe Master has won a top-of-the-line Apple iPad after entering the online contest at www.k-rp.com. Response to the contest was so overwhelming that KeepRite Refrigeration has decided to offer a second iPad prize in appreciation […]
KeepRite Refrigeration is seeking exceptional people to grow our team.
While many North American companies have struggled to maintain market share, KeepRite Refrigeration has been enjoying impressive growth. As a result, the innovative HVACR and commercial refrigeration company is seeking exceptional people to grow it’s team. « We need people, good people », says Barbara Plant, Human Resources Manager for KeepRite Refrigeration. « To meet the growing demand […]
Conestoga Tool and Trade Show introduces HVAC students to related vendors
KeepRite Refrigeration is proud to announce our participation in the Conestoga Tool and Trade Show on Thursday, May 31st. The unique trade show, sponsored by Conestoga College and HRAI, offers an opportunity for Conestoga students and area trades people to meet and speak with local HVACR and mechanical companies. KeepRite Refrigeration will be attending the […]
