Innovating Food Hygiene for 30+ Years
For over 30 years, Foodclean has been a leader in food manufacturing hygiene. Evolving from QJS, we’ve grown from supplying hygiene washdown equipment to becoming a global leader in delivering bespoke hygiene solutions.
Foodclean has remained dedicated to delivering exceptional hygiene systems that empower food manufacturers to optimise efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain the highest hygiene standards.
With a relentless focus on innovation, agility, and expertise, we continue to develop cutting-edge hygiene solutions that drive industry progress while maintaining our commitment to trust, integrity, and sustainability.
Our Evolution From QJS to Foodclean:
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The First Decade:
1990
Quick Jet Services (QJS) was founded, providing industrial cleaning equipment across various industries.
1996
QJS began specialising in hygiene solutions for the food manufacturing sector.
1999
The company sold its non-food division, focusing solely on food hygiene and rebranding as QJS.
2000
New land was acquired, and the QJS offices and factory were established at Saxilby Enterprise Park, near Lincoln.
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Expanding Our Capabilities:
2008
A new manufacturing and distribution facility was built, tripling the size of the QJS premises.
2011
QJS was incorporated as QJS (UK) Ltd.
2012
The Techniformer range was developed and launched.
2013
The Washguard Range was introduced, further enhancing QJS’s product offering.
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Growth and Expansion into Europe:
2015
QJS expanded internationally with the launch of QJS France.
2018
The French team grew to include dedicated customer service and technical support.
2021
A major expansion increased premises by 2.5 times, including a new chemical blending factory.
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The Foodclean Era:
2022
The Foodclean Experience Centre opened, providing a state-of-the-art hub for innovation, training, and hygiene excellence.
2023
The Foodclean European Hub opened in Rennes, France, strengthening our presence in Europe.
2025
We launch the Total Cost of Clean™ initiative, redefining hygiene efficiency for food manufacturers worldwide.
A Holistic Approach to Hygiene Efficiency
The Future of Foodclean
Over the years, we’ve developed cutting-edge equipment, bespoke chemical solutions, and expert-led support – but we knew there was a bigger challenge to solve.
Through decades of experience, we’ve seen how food manufacturers struggle with rising costs, inefficiencies, and sustainability pressures. Cleaning isn’t just about hygiene – it’s about maximising uptime, reducing resource consumption, and ensuring compliance. That’s why we developed the Total Cost of Clean™ – a complete methodology that brings together all elements of food hygiene into one streamlined, cost-effective system.
Learn More About the Total Cost of Clean™
What’s Next for Foodclean?
The launch of the Total Cost of Clean™ is just the beginning. As we look to the future, we’re:
- Advancing automation and robotics for food factory hygiene.
- Expanding our global reach, helping manufacturers worldwide achieve greater efficiency.
- Developing next-generation hygiene solutions that are smarter, safer, and more sustainable.
At Foodclean, we don’t just sell products – we provide visionary hygiene solutions that shape the future of food manufacturing. Our journey from QJS to Foodclean has been built on innovation, and with the Total Cost of Clean™, we’re setting new standards for the industry. But most importantly, we do it for you, our customers, who inspire us every day to challenge the status quo, creating smarter solutions.
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Want to Join Us in Our Journey to Redefine Hygiene?
We’re driving innovation, sustainability, and efficiency in food manufacturing hygiene. If you would like a partnership that transforms your cleaning processes, we’d love to hear from you.
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