Food-related facilities such as processing plants, packaging warehouses, distribution centers, and storage units face constant threats from external contaminants. In an industry where even microscopic pollutants can cause massive economic and health consequences, biosecurity is not just a regulatory checkbox—it is a critical necessity.

As global supply chains expand and food products travel longer distances, ensuring biosecurity at every node becomes increasingly complex. Entry and exit points become the most vulnerable zones—inviting contamination through tires, dust, airborne particulates, and human movement.

To mitigate these risks, advanced cleaning infrastructure is required—beginning right at the facility boundary. This is where KKE Wash Systems offers essential solutions such as Wheel Wash Systems for isolation, TW Series Portable Wheel Wash Systems for mobility, and Mist Cannons to help food facilities maintain hygienic operations and remain compliant with stringent safety norms.

Understanding Biosecurity in Food-Related Facilities

Biosecurity refers to the preventive measures taken to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious agents, contaminants, and pollutants in sensitive environments. In food facilities, these agents may be:

• Soil-borne pathogens brought in by vehicles
• Airborne dust particles containing bacteria, fungal spores, or pests
• Cross-contamination from external logistics or personnel

The food industry is highly regulated globally, with authorities like the FDA (USA), EFSA (EU), FSSAI (India), and others enforcing strict hygiene protocols. Non-compliance can lead to product recalls, export bans, legal penalties, and consumer mistrust.

KKE Wash Systems contributes to this layer of protection by addressing key biosecurity risks before they enter the facility premises—through proven engineering controls like wheel wash systems, wheel baths, and high-performance mist cannons.

1. The Role of Wheel Wash Systems and Wheel Baths in Biosecurity

Vehicles as Contamination Vectors

Transport vehicles entering food zones can carry soil, sludge, manure, chemicals, and organic contaminants on their wheels and undercarriage. When these vehicles enter the premises without cleaning, they pose serious threats to cleanliness protocols, especially if they pass near packaging or raw material storage areas.

Wheel Wash for Entry Point Isolation

Wheel Wash Systems from KKE are strategically installed at the entry and exit gates of food-related facilities. These systems wash off contaminants from:

• Tire treads and sidewalls
• Vehicle undercarriage
• Mudguards and wheel arches

For lower-volume facilities or restricted space applications, Wheel Baths offer a simple but effective bio-barrier. These shallow baths filled with treated water force vehicles to pass through disinfecting solution, reducing contamination without active spray systems.

Portable and Permanent Models

KKE offers multiple configurations to suit your facility:

• TW Series Portable Wheel Wash Systems – Ideal for temporary access points or rental facilities.
• Portable Wheel Wash Systems – For flexibility in layout and rapid deployment.
• Custom Civil-based Systems – Tailored for ultra-high throughput areas like food processing SEZs or multi-truck distribution hubs.

These systems recycle water using KKE Water Recycling Systems to ensure sustainable operations while maintaining high-pressure cleaning output.

Benefits in Food Facility Settings

• Prevents cross-contamination from supply chain vehicles
• Meets hygiene audits and certifications (HACCP, ISO 22000)
• Reduces soil loading on internal floors
• Improves perception of hygiene and professionalism

2. Dust Suppression Using Mist Cannons

The Airborne Contaminant Threat

Dust is more than an aesthetic nuisance. In food-related facilities, it can:

• Carry bacterial or fungal spores
• Contaminate open food items or packaging surfaces
• Affect HVAC and cleanroom filter performance
• Irritate workers’ respiratory tracts

Mist Cannons for Perimeter Control

Mist Cannons are engineered to spray ultra-fine water droplets across a wide radius, suppressing airborne dust before it enters the facility. These are typically deployed at:

• Site perimeters and fence lines
• Unsealed approach roads
• Loading bays and open stockyards

How Mist Cannons Work

• Pressurized water is sprayed via nozzles to form mist
• High-performance fans distribute mist 30–100 meters
• Dust binds with droplets and settles to the ground

Benefits in Food Biosecurity

• Prevents dust ingress into sensitive areas
• Reduces microbial load on exposed surfaces
• Improves air quality and worker health
• Supports cleanroom and HVAC system performance

3. Integration of Both Systems for Maximum Protection

Conclusion: Biosecurity Starts at the Gate

For food-related facilities, biosecurity must begin at the gate—long before raw materials or personnel enter the processing zones. KKE Wash Systems enables you to create that first line of defense.

By deploying Wheel Wash Systems, Wheel Baths, and Mist Cannons, your facility becomes a safer, cleaner, and more reliable node in the global food chain. Combine these with KKE Water Recycling Systems to ensure a sustainable, compliant hygiene process.

Let us help you elevate your food facility’s hygiene and compliance framework.