By means of confocal Raman microscopy (CRM), RISE can characterize and map the distribution of different chemical compounds in a sample matrix without the need for extensive sample preparation. CRM can characterize samples from the surface tens of micrometers into the bulk, without the need of a physical cross section.

Do you want to know how your product looks like an a micrometer scale? How your different ingredients are distributed? Which compound is actually stabilizing the oil droplets in your formulation? Need to know if the active ingredient is evenly distributed in the tablet which is mainly composed of a filler? Or do you need to know how many layers the graphene you want to use has? Wondering about disulfide bridges in your protein?

CRM is a highly flexible spectroscopic method that enables the characterization of a wide range of materials, in most cases without any sample preparation at all. By means of CRM, you cannot only measure the distribution of components but also detect and follow changes in the chemical structure, wanted or unwanted. All this in a non-destructive way.

Are you experiencing batch-to-batch variations your standard analysis methods can’t explain? CRM is often the technique that gives answers where other, more common analysis techniques reach their limits.

RISE owns a Witec Alpha 300 RAS with two differet laser wavelengths for excitation. The sample interacts with the well defined wavelength of the laser and the induced change can be analyzed and connected to molecular groups – and build up a so-called raman spectrum. The equipment can measure these spectra for very small and well-defined volumes (350*350*500nm). Thanks to a well-controlled movement of the sample one can measure thousands of spectra at known locations – and thus build a chemical map of the sample.

 All this can be performed at standard atmosphere, no vacuum or inert gas required. Thus, samples can usually be analyzed close to or at their intended application environment.

In contrast to FT-IR, CRM is not sensitive to water but can, in strong contrast to FT-IR, measure submersed in water or map the distribution of water.

Delivery of raw data or processed data along with a technical report according to agreement with customer.

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The test bed Cleaning Innovation offers a team of experts who together with you solve your urgent cleaning problems.

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

It sometimes happens, that should not happen, and the lack of cleanliness develop into a problem. Cleaning Innovation then offer you rappid support by sending a team of experts.

The team's goals are to:

1. Identify and find the causes of the problem.
2. Create a proposal for a sustainable solution.
3. Establish an action plan to implement the solution.
4. Monitor and assess the impact of the solution.

The team is put together as needed out of a number of experts in various fields such as: Microbiology, Food Technology, Surface and Colloid Chemistry, Measurement, Analytical Chemistry, Environmental Science, Food Chemistry, Hygiene Technology, Sensors, Process Engineering and Hygienic design

Together with the team from RISE, the customer gets a way forward to get a solution to the problem.

Delivery time depends on the complexity of the project.

We offer an multidisciplinary capacity to secure the working environment in connection to cleaning processes in food industry and other industries

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

How is the indoor environment effected when the cleaningprocess is modified? How are the workers conditions affected before, after and during the cleaning?

Eco-labelling and safe cleaning - the effect on the workers conditions and the environment?

Evaluation of the working environment, greening the cleaning method and documentation of the effect on the process and products used. Cleaning Innovation can support with measurements, limit the use of hazardous chemicals and document chemical exposure of workers as well ass assesing the environmentalimpact of a process.

Examples of services in environment and cleaning:

• preparation of instruction manuals and protocols to minimize exposure and secure working environment
• measurements to asses workers environment
• evaluation of exposure routes and risk assesment
• controlling off and setting requirements for protective equipment

Results and conclusions are compiled in a report that is presented at a meeting.

Delivery time depends on the complexity of the project.

We offer complete mapping of energy, chemicals, water, time and other key parameters associated with cleaning and washing in industrial processes.

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

Improved insight into your resource use for increased efficiency. Save money and the environment with effective interventions proposals and projects through mapping, measuring and visualization methods used by RISE.

We have several years of experience in mapping industrial processes and in-depth knowledge of process hygiene and microbiology. We can with great reliability measure all relevant parameters (flow,temperature, pressure, energy). Cleaning Innovations leads to an improvement in reducing costs, reduce environmental impact, and raises the quality of your product or service.

In Cleaning Innovation, we have expertise in all areas relating to washing and cleaning. Measures to reduce resource use in cleaning must never compromise the requirement of hygiene.

Results and conclusions are compiled in a report that is presented at a meeting.

Delivery time depends on the complexity of the project.

By mapping out your cleaning process we identify the most environmentally effective improvement actions.

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

By evaluating the environmental impact the most effective improvements can be identified. Improvements that can also save costs in terms of energy, raw materials and recalled products.

Optimise where it pays off

We help you to develop your cleaning process so that it causes minimal environmental impact. In our assessment we take into account impact from producing raw materials, energy, chemicals etc, as well as from handling waste and waste water. We identify which parts of the system are most important to optimise from an environmnetal point of view, and act as support in your development process.

Strengthen your brand

A clear environmental profile is today an important factor for good business. We have worked with quantifying the environmental burden from food production systems for more than 25 years. Over the years we have built up deep knowledge and a unique database. The focus on a product's, or a technology's envrionmnetal performance will increase, for example by the EC initiative on PEF(Product Environmental Footprint). We can help you keep on top of this!

Results and conclusions are compiled in a report that is presented at a meeting.

Delivery time depends on the complexity of the project.

We offer the possibility to compare the effect of your current cleaning and disinfection with new alternatives.

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

New technique intended for cleaning and disinfection is continiously developed. But how can a food manufacturer evaluate a new concept without disturbing the production? How can the company be assured that the new technique is as good as or better then their current technique?

In Cleaning Innovation we offer the possibility to perform a two-step independent evaluation and comparision. The result from the study will be a good decision basis for a safer and easier change of technique

Step 1- Gathering of facts and evaluation in model system

Micro organisms from the current production lines is collected as well as data from the companys cleaning control. The information is used to design the model system where the initial evalutation will take place. We identify the demands that have to be fulfilled for the alternative technique to be regarded as good enough. The following factors can be adapted: choice of technique, chemicals, time, temperature, material, soil and micro organsims (pathogens and spoilage flora).

Step 2 - Control and follow up

Given that the efficiency criteria for pass have been fulfilled using the model system in lab/pilotscale a control and follow up of the effect, in full scale at your site, is offered. Sampling of microorganisms on surfaces (swabs for total number, Enterobacteriaceae, yeast or specific pathogenes) and/or in air. Residues of soil on surfaces (ATP, protein) is also gathered and analysed. The samplig is done after the current cleaning/ disinfection procedure and is repeated after having used the alternative technique for a numberof weeks/months.

Results and conclusions are compiled in a report that is presented at a meeting.

Delivery time depends on the complexity of the project.

Efficient cleaning is always desirable. In the food industry effective cleaning is especially important for hygiene reasons. With efficient formulations we can minimize cleaning time, reduce the cost, and reduce environmental impact.

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

Optimized cleaning efficiency

We develop and optimize cleaning formulations tailored to the type of surface, dirt, and application method. This reduces the time for cleaning and maximizes production time.

Environmentally friendly technology

We help to reformulate cleaning formulations with more environmentally friendly ingredients, such as renewable solvents and surfactants.

Evaluation of independent party

We offer an independent scientific assessment of cleaning efficiency which is valuable for marketing and environmental certifications, for example the Nordic Swan Ecolabel.

RISE has access to many different techniques to measure the cleaning efficiency, for example:

• Spray-wash equipment
• Evaluation of cleaning efficiency with internally developed RISE test and image analysis/colour analysis
• Gravimetric determination of cleaning efficiency
• Dishwasher and laundry tests using model dirts
• QCM-D technique for evaluating cleaning efficiency
• Automatic cleaning and abrasion tester

A more efficient and environmentally friendly cleaning formulation.

If a process equipment is easily cleaned it will be a big advantage when assuring a hygienic production and minimizing the total cost for use. Getting the equipment clean is as vital as making sure that the cleaning process is not too time consuming.

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

Product contact surface - open cleaning or closed (CIP)

In the testbed Cleaning Innovation we can measure and evaluate how much product residues and/or micro organisms that are left after cleaning, disinfection and/or sterilization.

Non product contact surface - outside equipment

Contamination gathering on the outside of the equipment will soon be a quality problem. Cleaning Innovation provides possibilities to evaluate cleanability of the outside of theequipment in our pilot plant.

We offer among others the following services in laboratory or pilot/full scale:

• Analysis of microbiological cleanliness
• Test of how the material effects the cleaning result
• Evaluation of cleanability using model soil
• Detection and characterisation of residues of soil, allergens and chemicals

Validation of CIP and other cleaning routines.

Highly skilled employees are needed in order to meet today's demands for quality assured cleaning of food premises out of an environmental point of view, as well as to maintain product safety. We offer theoretical and practial training sessions on cleaning for food companies.

This is a service provided by the RISE test bed Cleaning Innovation.

After the training session the employees will be able to:

• Understand the consequences of improper cleaning.
• Recognize factors impacting the cleaning result.
• Perform efficient cleaning based on hygiene plans and instructions.
• Control the results of their own cleaning.
• Understand the cleaning's effects on environment, and know how to minimize these.
• Handle chemicals and equipment in a safe manner.
• Understand how costs can be reduced with efficiency and preserved quality.
• Minimize the risk of interruptions in the manufacturing process as a result of faulty cleaning.

Cleaning Innovation wants to increase the level and the pride of active cleaners with this education.

The importance of good cleaning and industry requirements in the food industry are the goals!

Participants will recieve diplomas in the form of a course certificate.