
Reducing healthcare-associated infections is about breaking the chain.

Understanding rouging in the cosmetics manufacturing
Stainless steel is a fundamental component of the cosmetics industry due to its excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical properties. However, a common challenge faced by production lines in the cosmetics and personal care industries is rouging, which can have a significant impact on both product quality and equipment integrity. Rouging is a surface oxidation phenomenon […]

From data to results: optimising CIP processes and reducing costs
Clean-in-place (CIP) systems are essential for maintaining hygiene and efficiency in the food and beverage industry. However, CIP processes often face challenges such as excessive resource consumption, downtime and lack of insight into optimisation. A monitoring system such as IN-SITE CIP can revolutionise cleaning cycles, ensuring improved efficiency, cost savings and sustainability. Monitoring a […]

Why is the beauty and personal care market under pressure to constantly innovate?
Everyone knows that beauty and personal care markets are extremely dynamic and innovative, but what are the drivers behind these changes? The first and foremost force is technological advancement. In the beauty industry, technology is playing a crucial role in driving innovation, with artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) reshaping and transforming the consumer […]

Education: a human right, a public good and a collective responsibility
Education is more than a basic human right; it is a pillar of social development and global progress. In recognition of its central role, the United Nations General Assembly declared 24 January the International Day of Education to celebrate and promote education as a driving force for peace and sustainable development. At the core of […]

Global Handwashing Day: A Call to Action for Clean Hands
Every year, on the 15th of October, the Global Handwashing Day is celebrated all over the world. It is a day to raise awareness about the importance of hand hygiene and encourage people to make it a habit to wash their hands. It’s also a global advocacy day dedicated to raising awareness of the importance […]

Earth Overshoot Day 2024
Earth Overshoot Day marks the date when humanity’s annual consumption of resources exceeds the Earth’s capacity to regenerate those resources in the same year. In 2024, this day will fall on 1 August. According to the Global Footprint Network, Earth Overshoot Day highlights the imbalance between human consumption and the planet’s ability to regenerate ecological […]

Plastic Free July – Leading the way in July and beyond
Plastic Free July is an annual global initiative that encourages people to reduce their use of plastic during the month of July. For us, at Christeyns, plastic and waste management is an ongoing concern, not just in July. However, we are always thinking about how we can work with even less plastic in a safe […]

Onko entsymaattisten puhdistusaineiden käyttö elintarviketeollisuudessa vaihtoehto?
Elintarviketeollisuuden uusien hygieniatuotteiden innovointi ja kehittäminen tarjoavat uusia ratkaisuja puhdistukseen ja desinfiointiin ja parantavat siten näiden prosessien turvallisuutta, tehokkuutta ja kestävyyttä. Puhdistus- ja desinfiointialan innovoinnissa tutkitaan uusien teknologioiden, kuten entsyymien ja biokatalyytteinä toimivien proteiinien (jotka nopeuttavat kemiallisia reaktioita, kuten biomolekyylien hydrolyysiä), soveltuvuutta ja suorituskykyä. Teollisella tasolla saatavilla olevien entsyymien suuren monimuotoisuuden ja niiden katalysoimien reaktioiden […]

Cosmetics Manufacturing 2024: Overcoming the Challenges Ahead
The cosmetics industry is one of the most dynamic in the world today, with constant challenges to develop novel and inventive formulations, deliver continuous innovation and ensure superior product tolerability. Manufacturers in the cosmetics industry face several challenges. The market is fast-paced and demanding, driven by a constant quest for innovation and evolving consumer preferences. […]

Yes, you can avoid spreading the seasonal flu!
Seasonal influenza, more commonly known as the flu, is an infection of the respiratory tract caused by influenza viruses. It occurs in all regions of the world. Influenza A viruses, further divided into subtypes based on surface proteins, are the most common influenza viruses. Subtypes A (H1N1) and A (H3N2) are currently circulating in the […]

About healthcare-associated infection (HAI)
Everyone has heard of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), but most people don’t know exactly what they are, so it’s important to start with a definition. HAIs are infections that patients acquire while in hospital or other healthcare settings. While some infections are easily treated, others can have a significant impact on a patient’s well-being, prolonging their […]

What you need to know about polyquaterniums stains
Polyquaternium stains are a persistent issue for commercial laundries. The culprit is a conditoning ingredient called polyquaternium-7. This polymer sticks to fabrics and causes non-removable dark stains. As a result, laundries face the cost of frequent textile replacement costs. This blog post’s aim is to help understand and address this issue, and find effective ways […]