Concrete sealant keeps the floor free from pathogens

Concrete floors in processing plants can be a major source of contamination. Bacteria can easily survive in the pores. Applying a sealant to the floor may significantly decrease the bacteria population. By M. Singh, J.B. Hess, K. Macklin, S.F. Bilgili, and D.E. Conner, Department of Poultry Science, Auburn University, AL, USA, Concrete is present in food industry facilities especially in flooring, walls and ceilings. During processing, concrete receives a great amount of organic matter. The org