Since 1981, our line of fumigants and equipment has provided comprehensive solutions for the preservation of grain and stored goods while prioritizing environmental sustainability. Pest control in food processing plants is a cornerstone for ensuring product safety and quality, while complying with national and international regulations such as NOM-251-SSA1-2009 and Codex Alimentarius guidelines. An effective program not only protects product integrity but also prevents economic losses and avoids regulatory penalties.

Our line of urban pest control products is designed to provide professional, comprehensive solutions for the food industry, the HORECA sector (hotels, restaurants, and catering), and other environments. The Preserve® Services line delivers Integrated Pest Management (IPM), fumigation, grain preservation, and sanitization services across various industries, with a special focus on food processing.

Principales Plagas en la Industria Alimentaria

Food processing plants are susceptible to various pests that can compromise product quality and the company’s reputation. Key threats include:

• Rodents (Rattus spp. and Mus musculus): They contaminate food with droppings, urine, and hair, and act as vectors for diseases such as salmonellosis and leptospirosis.
• Stored-grain insects (Sitophilus spp., Tribolium spp., Plodia interpunctella): They infest grain and stored products, affecting quality and leading to audit failures.
• Cockroaches (Blattella germanica, Periplaneta americana): They pose a high risk due to their rapid proliferation and resilience in adverse conditions.
• Flying insects (Drosophila spp., Musca domestica): They act as mechanical vectors for pathogenic microorganisms.

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Strategies

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in food processing plants must be based on prevention, monitoring, and control, prioritizing physical and biological methods over chemical ones to minimize contamination risks.

1. Prevention and exclusion
   • Sealing cracks, crevices, and entry points.
   • Installing physical barriers such as weatherstripping and window screens.
   • Controlling moisture and eliminating sources of standing water.
2. Monitoring and early detection
   • Using UV light traps for flying insects.
   • Using pheromones for stored-grain insects.
   • Strategically placing rodent stations.
3. Physical and biological control
   • Using mechanical and adhesive traps.
   • Applying insect growth regulators.
4. Chemical control (rational and regulated use)
   • Targeted application of low-toxicity insecticides under expert supervision.
   • Using fumigants in storage areas, adhering to appropriate re-entry and ventilation times.

Preserve Specialized Services

Preserve Services offers advanced pest control solutions for the food industry, ensuring regulatory compliance and production safety. Our approach includes:

• Comprehensive risk assessment through technical inspections and vulnerability analysis.
• Customized Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plans, tailored to the specific needs and regulations of each facility.
• Cutting-edge technology featuring real-time monitoring and traceability of interventions.
• Ongoing training for operational staff, ensuring the implementation of effective preventive measures.

Pest control is not merely a regulatory requirement but a key strategy for protecting food quality and the company’s reputation. Implementing a robust program backed by experts like Preserve Services is the best guarantee of a safe and efficient operation.