Presses, Moulds, Racks and Hanging Systems

Presses establish shape and contact; moulds contain a product; racks and rods support batches; hooks, nets and twine suspend individual pieces. Each changes the product’s physical environment.

Surfaces must suit the food, cleaning chemicals, temperature and expected load. Corrosion, cracked coatings, porous wood, damaged welds and overloaded hooks require controlled assessment rather than habit.

Product spacing governs access by air, heat and smoke. Touching pieces, blocked faces and dense rack loading can create wet zones, slow cores or uneven surface drying.

Pressing can expel air and liquid or create a desired shape, but excessive pressure can deform structure and trap purge. Moulds need suitable lining, drainage and release procedures.

Frames, casters, hook eyes, joints, mesh and hollow sections collect residue. Equipment should be dismantled or exposed sufficiently for cleaning, visual inspection and complete drying.

Specify load limits, product spacing, turning or rotation, rack position, press schedule and inspection criteria. Record damaged supports and prevent unverified repairs from returning to food contact.