Why Stainless?
The reasons for choosing stainless steel in countless food-preparation applications are best illustrated
by a few examples of why its special properties make it uniquely suited to them. We've chosen the
following:
The Kitchen Sink
The formability of stainless steel provides great versatility for the design of sinks. Double bowls, integral
draining boards, etc. are a great convenience compared to earlier ceramic versions, while the material is
much more resistant to heat and damage than plastic composites. It also complements any worktop colour or
design.
Quality Cookware
Stainless steel has become the dominant material for both commercial and domestic cookware. The pans must
resist attack by even the most aggressive foodstuffs and must survive harsh cleaning over many years. It is
also ideal for the handles which remain cool due to its low thermal conductivity.
Modern Kitchen Design
Stainless steel transforms the modern kitchen. Its clean, contemporary lines lend elegance to the design
while its functionality means that it is easy to maintain and safe in contact with food.
Colour Compatibility
A major advantage of stainless steel is that it blends harmoniously with so many different colours and
materials. It is truly the chameleon of modern design.
Commercial Food Processing
Many food products contain significant additions of salt. For tomato paste equipment such as this,
highly-alloyed duplex or super-austenitic grades of stainless steel are available to provide the essential
pitting resistance.
Commercial Kitchens
Stainless steels, mainly Type 304, have largely replaced traditional materials such as ceramic tiles,
aluminium and plastic laminates as they are heat-resistant, less easily damaged and can be kept scrupulously
clean.
Brewing Beer
Micro-organisms thrive in beer, so that strict hygiene is an absolute must for a modern brewery. Stainless
steel is used extensively for items such as tanks, piping, valves, pumps and heat exchangers because it can
be kept scrupulously clean.
Beer Kegs
Stainless steel is strong, easily sterilized and does not contaminate or flavour the product -- all you taste
is the beer. And the kegs are easily refurbished for reuse.
Wine Storage
To store wine for long periods without spoilage requires a material that is easy to fabricate, strong and
resistant to a highly acidic environment, especially in the vapour space. Types 304 and 316 stainless steels
are standard materials for wine tanks.
Meat Processing
Cleanliness and hygiene are critical. Stainless steel meat hooks resist attack by meat juices and by the
aggressive chemicals used to clean and sterilize them.
