PTFE-free and FDA-compliant polymer coating for baking equipment

What was needed: Polymer coating for racks in industrial bakery

Requirements: The solution had to be low-wear, quiet, self-lubricating, dirt-resistant and food-compatible.

Sector: Packaging industry

Success for the customer: The iglidur IC-05PF ensures smooth transport of the dough trays. In addition, the self-lubricating specification allows for maintenance-free and hygienic operation. The innovative coating of the racks extends the service life of the trays and reduces the noise level.

A leading supplier of bakery technology was looking for a maintenance-free solution for its new automated system for handling dough trays. The aim was to reduce wear on trays and racks and to create a hygienic, safe and quiet environment. The system had to be suitable for the food industry and not require additional lubricants or be susceptible to contamination such as flour dust. Previously used methods did not offer the desired combination of durability and hygiene. It was also important to optimise operating and maintenance costs by making sure that the machine elements operated without disruptions.

To fulfil the requirements, the customer opted for iglidur IC-05PF coating. This is used on racks in the system that first lift and position the dough trays in the pre-buffer zone before they are lowered back onto the conveyor belt in the post-buffer zone. The racks are equipped with wear-resistant coating, which not only extends the service life of the sheets, but also ensures low-friction handling.

The iglidur IC-05PF coating offers further advantages: it is self-lubricating, which means that no external lubricants are required - a decisive factor in the food-processing industry, where hygienic standards have to be met. The coating also offers protection against dirt and deposits such as flour dust, ensuring the system's long-term functionality. Another benefit is the quiet operation, which results in a more pleasant working environment.

Using the coating has proven its worth in practice and scored points with its high reliability. This has led to a longer service life of the components in use and a reduction in maintenance costs, and made the system a future-orientated solution for producing baked goods.