Method 1 (processing of ABPs)

Method 1 for animal by-product (ABP) processing according to European Union regulations is crucial for the effective management of animal by-products. This method includes:

• Handling procedures: Detailed protocols for the collection, transport, and initial handling of ABPs.
• Treatment processes: Specific treatment to limit the risk of contamination and ensure the safe use of ABPs. These include:
  • heat treatment
  • chemical treatment
  • physical separation techniques
• Regulatory compliance: Compliance with EU regulations that outline approved procedures and safety measures.
• Safety measures: Implementing strict safety protocols to protect public health and the environment.

Method 1 is designed to convert animal by-products into usable products – while minimizing health risks and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Method 1 technical details

• Particle size reduction: Animal by-products must be reduced to a particle size of no more than 50 millimeters before processing.
• Heat treatment: The reduced materials must be heated to a core temperature of at least 133 °C for a minimum of 20 minutes without interruption, under a pressure of at least 3 bar. This ensures thorough sterilization.
• Pressure conditions: Pressure must be generated by removing all air from the sterilization chamber and replacing it with steam, creating a steam-saturated environment.
• Processing systems: Processing can take place in batch or continuous systems. This ensures operational flexibility.
• Verification: The efficiency of the particle size reduction equipment must be inspected daily and the condition recorded. If larger particles are found, the process must be stopped, and the equipment repaired before resuming.