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Mold growth under large batch tanks

Started by bdurant11, Mar 09 2023 01:29 AM
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Posted 09 March 2023 - 01:29 AM

We are a beverage manufacturer and the bottom of our tanks grow mold due to the high moisture environment. Does anybody have any tips/tricks or ways to best deal with this recurring issue. It isn't on the inside of the tank and has no contact with product, but mold growth anywhere is not ideal.  Any preventative measures we should be taking? Thanks in advance.


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Posted 09 March 2023 - 06:44 AM

Hi bdurant11,

 

Have you tried regular fogging with a QUAT?

 

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Posted 09 March 2023 - 06:56 AM

How often is the outside of the tank cleaned?


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Posted 09 March 2023 - 12:17 PM

Would a squeegee fit behind or beneath to remove excess moisture?


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Posted 09 March 2023 - 12:37 PM

Like the others have said - I would check your cleaning schedule or how it is being performed. Cleaning with a quat based chemical then sanitizing should prevent mold growth.


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Posted 09 March 2023 - 02:42 PM

you need fans there as well---if the air is constantly moving, you'll reduce the likelyhood of mold being able to land/grow


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