Use of Ozone Gas in Red Meat:
It has been shown that ozone application improves the storage quality of meat, causes a decrease in the number of aerobic, mesophilic bacteria, coliform bacteria and sulfite-reducing anaerobic bacteria that cause spoilage, and extends the shelf life of meat. It has been determined that showering the carcasses with ozonated water causes a better numerical reduction in the total aerobic living count compared to the classical washing method. In storage, it has been observed that the use of ozone at a level of 10-20 μg/liter extends the storage period of carcasses by 30 to 40%. In another study, the effect of ozone on microorganisms on the surface of meat was determined and it was determined that the growth of several species of the Enterobacteriaceae family was prevented in meat stored at 2.5-6°C and 92-95% relative humidity. Again, when beef carcasses were continuously ozonated (0.03 ppm) for 9 days at 1.6°C and 95% relative humidity, ozone was found to prevent microbial growth on the surface of the carcass. In another study, it was determined that ozone stopped microbial growth on the surface of beef stored in refrigerators for several days, improved sensory quality and reduced the formation of volatile nitrogenous compounds. Ozone gas has an antimicrobial effect against bacteria, mold, yeast, parasites and viruses even when used in low concentrations and when the contact time is short. It is understood that when the ozonization time is increased and the pH and temperature are reduced, a more effective inactivation is achieved, and that ozone facilitates lipid oxidation but does not change the sensory characteristics, does not cause the carcass to lose its color and does not produce an undesirable odor, and extends the shelf life.
Use of Ozone Gas in the Poultry Industry:
Ozone gas applications in the poultry sector are increasing day by day in the world and in our country. When it comes to food, it is very important that the disinfection chain from the product growing to the consumer is not disrupted. Ozone gas is widely used in egg hatcheries, drinking water in poultry houses, disinfection of the inside of poultry houses during period changes, production areas, chiller units and disinfection of process water. The biggest advantages of ozone in poultry farming are that chickens grow healthier, it has no carcinogenic effects compared to other disinfectants, it does not leave residue on chickens, it is much more effective than chlorine, it saves water and electricity, it completely destroys salmonella and e-coli bacteria that cause major problems in the sector, and it extends the shelf life of the product. Ozone application in production farms ensures that animals are fed healthier and thus get sick much less. In parallel with this, giving much less medicine and much less vaccination plays a big role in providing convenience, financial advantage and healthier, higher quality products for the producer. Since ozone gas is a natural disinfectant that does not leave any residue, it does not pose the risk of chemical residue caused by chemicals such as formaldehyde, methanal, peracetic acid, and chlorine. Ozone plays an important role in extending the shelf life of eggs and reducing microbiological problems. When eggs lose moisture due to their airy shells, they start to shrink, so they need about 90% humidity in the sections where they are stored. As is known, 90% humidity causes bacteria to multiply easily and causes mold. With high humidity, mold and bacteria development can be eliminated for up to 8-9 months at 0 degrees. Storing the product in this way keeps the egg healthy, fresh and of high quality; thus, a great financial advantage is provided to the producer.
Use of Ozone Gas in the Fishing Industry:
The use of ozone gas in the aquaculture sector has been widely used with the declaration of safe use by international organizations. The use of ozone gas in the sector is quite effective in aquariums and seafood, processing of seafood, disinfection of critical tools and equipment within the sector, and transportation processes.
Use of Ozone Gas in Aquariums and Seafood:
Ozone gas is a highly reliable gas that increases water quality in fish farming, provides rapid growth and development, reduces mortality rates, eliminates harmful organic substances for fish, disinfects water and enriches it with oxygen. Ozone application can reduce the total organic carbon (TOC) rate in water up to 15%, reduces the turbidity of water with the nitrite level in water, and removes solid substances in water by oxidizing them. Depending on the increasing ozone dose, chemical oxygen consumption (COD) and total organic carbon (TOC) rates in water and color change (clarity) rates are quite efficient. Although nitrite is toxic to fish, nitrate is non-toxic. Ozone gas oxidizes nitrite to nitrate. Thus, it takes over the role of nitrobacteria in a way and reduces the nitrite concentration in water, which is toxic to fish. The ozone dose to be applied in fish farming depends on factors such as the number of fish in the environment, fish size, amount of water, sweetness-salinity ratio of water, pH and temperature.
Use of Ozone Gas in Seafood Processing:
It is widely used because it does not leave any chemical residue on the product, extends the shelf life of the product, is much more effective and provides financial advantages compared to other disinfection methods. The application is applied in gas/liquid form during the processing of the product. Information on application dosages will be provided by your process implementing company with ozone gas engineering solutions.
Use of Ozone Gas in Disinfection of Tools Ozone gas applied in the washing of tools and cases used in the processing of products is applied to the product in gas/liquid form. The application is applied to the tools in gas/liquid form. Information on application dosages will be provided by your process implementing company with ozone gas engineering solutions.
Use of Ozone Gas in the Transportation of Seafood The use of ozone gas in the transportation of products is preferred due to its environmental and financial contribution to the disinfection chain, which does not leave chemical residues and is much more effective. The application is applied in gas form before and during transportation. Information on application dosages will be provided by your process implementing company with ozone gas engineering solutions.