Food Conveyor Standards

Standards for conveyors that deal with food on a commercial scale address washing machines and conveyor ovens, broilers, and toasters. Standard specifications for washing machines with conveyor components are given, covering different types such as those with rack or rackless designs and single or multiple tank configurations. For conveyor ovens, broilers, and toasters, the standard test method to evaluate their energy consumption and cooking performance is given.

ASTM F1203-16

Standard Specification for Washing Machines—Pot, Pan, and Utensil, Heat Sanitizing, Commercial Rotary Conveyor Type

1.1 This specification covers manually fed, motor-driven rotary conveyor type, automatically controlled, commercial pot, pan, and utensil washing machines, hereinafter referred to as the washer. 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.3 The following precautionary statement pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 9 of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM F1237-15

Standard Specification for Commercial Dishwashing Machines, Multiple-Tank, Continuous Oval-Conveyor Type, Heat Sanitizing

1.1 This specification covers commercial multiple-tank dishwashing machines of the continuous type, oval shaped, with horizontal table conveyor systems. 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to Section 12 , Test Methods, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM F858-18

Standard Specification for Hot Water Sanitizing Commercial Dishwashing Machines, Single Tank, Conveyor Rack Type

1.1 This specification covers single tank, automatic rack type, commercial dishwashing machines. 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F859-21

Standard Specification for Heat-Sanitizing Commercial Dishwashing Machines, Multiple Tank, Conveyor Rack Type

1.1 This specification covers multiple tank automatic rack-type commercial dishwashing machines, including continuous type, oval shaped, with horizontal table conveyor systems. 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 12 , of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F860-07(2018)e1

Standard Specification for Hot Water Sanitizing Commercial Dishwashing Machines, Multiple Tank, Rackless Conveyor Type

1.1 This specification covers multiple tank, automatic rackless conveyor type, commercial dishwashing machines. 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI values given in parentheses are provided for information only. 1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F1817-17

Standard Test Method for Performance of Conveyor Ovens

1.1 This test method covers an evaluation of the energy consumption and cooking performance of conveyor ovens. The food service operator can use this evaluation to select a conveyor oven and understand its energy consumption. 1.2 This test method is applicable to gas and electric conveyor ovens. 1.3 The conveyor oven can be evaluated with respect to the following (where applicable): 1.3.1 Energy input rate and thermostat calibration (see 10.2 ), 1.3.2 Preheat energy consumption and time (see 10.3 ), 1.3.3 Idle energy rate (see 10.4 ), 1.3.4 Pilot energy rate (if applicable) (see 10.5 ), and 1.3.5 Cooking energy efficiency and production capacity (see 10.6 ). 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.5 This test method may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F1920-20

Standard Test Method for Performance of Rack Conveyor Commercial Dishwashing Machines

1.1 This test method evaluates the energy and water consumption of rack conveyor, commercial dishwashing machines, hereafter referred to as dishwashers. Dishwashers may have remote or self-contained booster heater. This procedure does not address cleaning or sanitizing performance. 1.2 This test method is applicable to both hot water sanitizing and chemical sanitizing rack conveyor machines, which include both single tank and multiple tank machines. Rackless conveyors (i.e. flight type machines) are included. Dishwasher tank heaters are evaluated separately from the booster heater. Machines designed to be interchangeable in the field from high temp and low temp (i.e. Dual Sanitizing Machines) and vice versa, shall be tested at both settings. Machines should be set for factory settings. If a dishwasher includes a prewash tank heater as an option, energy should be submetered separately for the prewash tank heater. This test method may be used for dishwashers with steam coil tank or booster heat, but not dishwashers with steam injection tank or booster heat. When the test method specifies to use the data plate or manufacturer s recommendations, instructions, specifications, or requirements, the information source shall be used in the following order of preference and documented in the test report: data plate, user manual, communication with manufacturer. 1.3 The following procedures are included in this test method: 1.3.1 Procedures to Confirm Dishwasher is Operating Properly Prior to Performance Testing: 1.3.1.1 Maximum energy input rate of the tank heaters ( 10.5 ). 1.3.1.2 Maximum energy input rate of the booster heater, if applicable ( 10.6 ). 1.3.1.3 Final sanitizing rinse water consumption calibration ( 10.7 ). 1.3.1.4 Booster temperature calibration, if applicable ( 10.2 ). 1.3.1.5 Wash tank temperature calibration ( 10.3 ). 1.3.1.6 Wash tank pump and conveyor motor calibration ( 10.4 ). 1.3.2 Energy Usage and Cycle Rate Performance Tests: 1.3.2.1 Washing energy performance test ( 10.8 ). 1.3.2.2 Tank heater idle energy rate ( 10.9 ). 1.3.2.3 Booster idle energy rate, if provided ( 10.10 ). 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard. 1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F2239-10(2016)

Standard Test Method for Performance of Conveyor Broilers

1.1 This test method evaluates the energy consumption and cooking performance of conveyor broilers. The food service operator can use this evaluation to select a conveyor broiler and understand its energy consumption. 1.2 This test method is applicable to gas, electric, and hybrid gas/electric conveyorized broilers. This test method covers both units with continuously operating conveyors and batch-style units with intermittently operating conveyors. 1.3 The conveyor broiler can be evaluated with respect to the following (where applicable):... 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.5 This test method may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM F2380-18

Standard Test Method for Performance of Conveyor Toasters

1.1 This test method evaluates the energy consumption and cooking performance of conveyor toasters including radiant and contact toasters. The food service operator can use this evaluation to select a conveyor toaster and understand its energy consumption. 1.2 This test method is applicable to gas and electric conveyor toasters. 1.3 The conveyor toaster can be evaluated with respect to the following (where applicable): 1.3.1 Energy input rate and preheat temperature profile ( 10.2 ), 1.3.2 Preheat energy consumption and time ( 10.3 ), 1.3.3 Idle energy rate ( 10.4 ), 1.3.4 Pilot energy rate (if applicable, 10.5 ), 1.3.5 Cooking energy rate ( 10.8 ), and 1.3.6 Production capacity ( 10.8 ). 1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The SI units given in parentheses are for information only. 1.5 This test method may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

OO-D-1388B(1)

Dishwashing Machines, Commercial (Rackless Conveyor)

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BS EN 14957:2006+A1:2010

Food processing machinery. Dishwashing machines with conveyor. Safety and hygiene requirements (British Standard)

1.1 This European Standard applies to multizones dishwashing-machines with passing through motorized belt (flight type) or rack conveyor. In case of flight type, the loading and unloading areas are part of the machine. The machines covered by this European Standard are intended for washing, rinsing and optionally drying the dishes and the kitchen utensils, used in food and catering premises such as restaurants, hotels etc. This European Standard applies to dishwashing machines with conveyor with a linear speed less than or equal to 5 m/min for the dishes and kitchen utensils. NOTE Normally the total power of these machines is less than 200 kW. This European Standard deals with all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to dishwashing machines with conveyor, when they are used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the manufacturer (see clause 4). This European Standard deals with the hazards which can arise during commissioning, operation, maintenance and decommissioning of the machine. When drawing up this European Standard the following assumptions were made: only trained adult persons operate the machines; the machines are used in adequately illuminated areas. This European Standard, referring for electrical safety to EN 60204-1 with criteria that can be applied to different designs and variants, is mainly intended for machines manufactured in small series. 1.2 This European Standard does not apply to: separate mechanical loading and unloading conveyors; chemical dosing devices which are not incorporated into the machine; steam generators; gas heating equipment. 1.3 Noise is not considered to be a significant hazard for these machines. This does not mean that the manufacturer of these machines is absolved from reducing noise and making a noise declaration. Therefore a noise test code is included in Annex A. 1.4 This European Standard is not applicable to dishwashing-machines with conveyor which are manu