In the food industry, allergen control has evolved from a recommendation to a critical requirement. The accidental presence of traces, especially gluten, can have serious health, legal, and commercial consequences.
Preventing allergen cross-contamination requires a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond basic hygiene measures.
At Roser Group, we help our clients implement solutions that ensure plant safety, from raw material intake to final product output.
Why allergens pose a critical risk
Food allergens such as gluten, lactose, nuts, or eggs affect millions of consumers. However, managing them is far from simple: in many cases, even minimal traces can trigger severe reactions.
Companies working with flour, confectionery, or snacks face major challenges when producing allergen-free alternatives. Batch separation or cleaning lines is not always enough, any unintentional contact can compromise product safety.
How to prevent cross-contamination at every critical point
Allergen cross-contamination occurs when a product comes into direct or indirect contact with unwanted traces. This can happen at various stages:
Flow and zone separation
Physically separating production lines, storage areas, and staff access points is essential. Ideally, separate facilities should be established for allergen and non-allergen products whenever possible.
Hygienic changing rooms: the first line of defense
Personnel movement must also be controlled. Designing changing rooms with segregated access, assigning exclusive workwear per line, and implementing hygiene systems such as hygiene stations prevent operators from becoming contamination vectors.
Industrial hygiene solutions to eliminate allergen risks
At Roser Group, we understand that effective solutions begin with a global vision. It’s not just about installing equipment, it’s about designing a safe and efficient environment.
Tailored hygienic design
We support our clients from the analysis phase through to implementation. We propose clean/dirty workflows, zone separation, and controlled personnel and material flows, all tailored to the actual needs of the plant.
Key equipment for enhanced safety
We offer a wide range of industrial hygiene technology to help prevent allergen contamination:
- Mandatory hygiene stations
- Industrial hand washbasins
- Boot washers and dryers
- Knife disinfection systems
- Dressing rooms
More than suppliers: partners in food hygiene
At Roser Group, we go beyond simply supplying equipment. We engage fully in every project, offering technical solutions, conducting risk evaluations, and ensuring regulatory compliance. With over 65 years of experience, in-depth industry knowledge, and a flexible product range, we help our clients meet the growing challenges of allergen control.