How to open a pasta factory: tips and useful information

• choice of location and space in which to open the pasta factory, which is crucial in determining the success of the business. An easily accessible location for suppliers and customers, with good transport infrastructure, can make all the difference. Good visibility and accessibility can attract more customers, especially if you plan to start a retail business as well;
• compliance with regulations: to open a pasta factory it is essential to comply with specific regulations on food production, safety and hygiene. You will need to obtain the necessary commercial licenses and follow the procedures to obtain health permits, which certify that the pasta factory complies with all the sanitary standards necessary for the production of food. Depending on local regulations and the markets for which the products are intended, quality certifications may be required (for example, HACCP certification, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) ensuring that the factory adopts appropriate risk and hygiene management systems; 
• choice of machinery and equipment, which is one of the most important aspects to ensure the creation of safe and high quality products. You will need pasta machines, but also processing accessories and plastic equipment certified and suitable for contact with food in order to be able to carry out all the processes of production, storage and handling of products. 

• holed boards of different types and sizes, essential for the storage of products. These boards, designed to be placed on shelves, ensure perfect breathability thanks to the holes on their surface. Made entirely of food-grade polypropylene, they ensure a high level of hygiene and can be easily washed and sanitized after use. Their structure makes them resistant and comfortable for any manual movements, facilitating the daily work inside the pasta factory; 
• stackable trays, useful for drying pasta. Designed to facilitate the production processes and the handling of products inside the plants, IFT trays are easily stackable one on top of the other, allowing quick movements and efficient management of the processing phases. These trays are lightweight but durable, ensuring perfect hygiene and compliance with food safety standards, essential for the production of high quality finished products.

Why choose IFT plastic equipment for your pasta factory

Choosing IFT plastic equipment for your pasta factory can bring many advantages not only in terms of efficiency and safety, but also in terms of hygiene and quality of the final product. The polypropylene equipment designed by IFT in fact offers a unique combination of lightness, resistance and ease of cleaning, and are therefore the ideal choice for use in pasta factories, food laboratories and, in general, in all production environments that require compliance with precise hygiene and safety standards. 

One of the main advantages of plastic equipment for pasta factories compared to metal ones is their lightness. IFT equipment is extremely easy to move and manoeuvre and can therefore help to speed up processes, improving operational efficiency and reducing staff fatigue. In addition to this aspect, they also ensure: 

• resistance to corrosion and temperature fluctuations: plastic is naturally resistant to corrosion and withstands temperature changes well, so it is ideal for food production processes. IFT equipment does not corrode easily and retains its properties even in demanding working conditions, ensuring long life and reliability over time; 
• hygiene and ease of cleaning: the smooth and non-porous surfaces of IFT plastic equipment are much easier to clean and sterilize than porous materials. This significantly reduces the risk of contamination and the proliferation of bacteria, a key aspect to ensure food safety. The ease of cleaning also contributes to reducing the downtime for sanitizing, further improving the operating efficiency of the pasta factory; 
• durability: polypropylene is an extremely durable material. IFT equipment, if properly maintained, can last for many years, making the initial investment particularly advantageous in the long run. This durability translates into a reduction in replacement and maintenance costs, contributing to more efficient economic management; 
• compliance with regulations: all IFT products are suitable for food contact and fully comply with national and European regulations, including the national ministerial decree of 21/03/1973 and the EC directives on food contact (EC Regulation 10/2011, EC Regulation 1935/2004 and 2023/2006). This ensures that the equipment used does not in any way compromise the quality and safety of the final products.

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