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  1. Buckets and Pails, Let's Help you Tell the Difference

    Buckets and Pails, Let's Help you Tell the Difference

    Buckets and pails are very familiar products, but they are often confused with one and another. However, there is a difference, and that main difference is the purpose. 

    Bucket is the more familiar term. It is a cylindrical upright open container with a handle. The primary purpose of a bucket is to transport liquids and that is why they are popular in the food industry. In addition to carrying liquids such as water and milk they are also used to carry bulk dry ingredients such as flour, sugar and spices. They can also be used for cleaning and carrying chemicals. They are designed to be a quick efficient way or transporting liquids or solids in reasonable sized quantities. Some buckets may come with lids, this additional feature is favourable to ensure the safety of your produce short term. 

    A pail, although having the same cylindrical appearance, is designed to be used for storage. One of the big differences is a pail usually has an air-tight or a tamper-proof

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  2. Overview on Bins, Buckets and Storage Containers for the Food Industry.

    Overview on Bins, Buckets and Storage Containers for the Food Industry

    Bins, buckets and containers are designed for the transportation and storage of goods. They are commonly used in the food industry for the bulk storage for ingredients and other produce. The food industry’s high standard of hygiene requires specially designed products to minimize any risk, particularly for products that have contact with food. To ensure your storage methods are suitable and food safe, see below key features of bins, buckets and containers specifically designed for the food industry. 

     

    • Round edges – in the food industry all sharp edges are minimized to prevent mold and bacterial build up. These sharp angles are extremely difficult to clean sufficiently. It is vital to prevent all mold and contamination that may grow in grooves and edges, particularly in contact with food.
    • Food grade material – most plastic food contact products are made from polyethylene, and where at all possible metal is avoid
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