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Whole Factory Efficiency: Maximising Efficiency with Labour-Saving Solutions

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news 17 Mar 2025

Maximise Food Factory Efficiency with Labour-Saving Hygiene Solutions

Labour-saving cleaning equipment and systems can significantly improve hygiene performance and productivity across your factory. In this article, we explore how reducing manual effort, standardising cleaning methods, and investing in ergonomic, efficient tools can help your team clean better, faster, and more safely—supporting whole factory efficiency.

In the latest video of our Total Cost of Clean (TCC) series, we highlight a key component of the TCC methodology – Labour Saving. Reducing time-wasting activities in your cleaning processes is essential to improving efficiency and cutting costs.

Let’s explore the common causes of time wastage and the solutions Foodclean offers to help streamline operations.

The Hidden Costs of Wasted Time

Time lost during cleaning and facility operations can lead to inefficiencies, increased labour costs, and inconsistent results.
Some of the most common sources of wasted time include:

During Cleaning:

  • Slow rinsing methods that extend cleaning times unnecessarily.
  • Double cleaning due to ineffective processes requiring repeated efforts.

Outside of Cleaning:

  • Untangling and moving hoses.
  • Moving and setting up cleaning equipment.
  • Moving chemical drums for dispensing and application.
  • Time-consuming set-up and set-down routines.

Our Time-Saving Solutions

At Foodclean, we aim to eliminate inefficiencies by:

  • Removing unnecessary time-wasting tasks – streamlining chemical application, replacing dispensing and measuring to save valuable time.
  • Automating repetitive tasks – utilising robotic and automated cleaning for conveyor belts and racks to ensure consistency and reduce labour costs.
  • Providing the right tools and resources – enabling teams to clean more effectively and efficiently.

Manual Handling Challenges

Labour-intensive cleaning processes often result in unnecessary physical strain and inefficiencies. Some key issues include:

  • Frequent movement of heavy equipment and chemicals.
  • Increased risk of repetitive strain injuries (RSI) from manual tasks.

Health & Safety Considerations

Labour-saving solutions are not just about efficiency – they also improve workplace safety by reducing:

  • Chemical exposure risks.
  • Contact with high temperatures and pressure.
  • Slip and trip hazards from spills and obstructions

Eliminating Common Cleaning Inefficiencies

  • Set-up and Set-down Delays – Solutions such as organised hose storage and efficient chemical dispensing units prevent wasted time.
  • Double Cleaning – High-pressure and low-pressure cleaning inefficiencies can be resolved with optimised cleaning techniques and automated systems.
  • Rinsing Equipment & Chemical Drums – Using more effective rinsing methods reduces water usage and cleaning time.
  • Reducing Agency Staff Dependency – Automation helps maintain consistency, minimising reliance on temporary staff and reducing training requirements.

A Smarter, More Efficient Approach to Cleaning

By implementing these labour-saving strategies, Foodclean helps businesses achieve a more efficient, cost-effective, and safer cleaning process. Watch our latest Total Cost of Clean video to see these solutions in action and discover how you can optimise your facility’s cleaning operations.

Book your Whole Factory Efficiency Audit Call with our team today.

last update 11 April 2025

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