Plastic can last for many decades or centuries. However, their cellular makeup, not their functionality, lasts for the longest time possible. Over time, aging bakery plastic tray sets can be dangerous for your business. Here are five reasons to dispose of your aging equipment and use a newly-manufactured set.
BPA Leaching
Bisphenol A and phthalates are the primary dangers of aging plastic tray sets. These can leach straight into your newly-baked goods. If any of your customers consume leached food, it can mean a business shutdown. Investing in new plastic trays, which doesn't require an enormous fortune, is the best solution.
Structural Weakening
Old plastic trays have a weak foundational structure. They cannot stand straight and may have a slight or pronounced leaning direction once you leave your baked goods to cool down or solidify. Structural weakening is a natural occurrence of aging plastic tray sets.
Emitting a Problematic Smell
Over time, old Tupperware containers emit an undesirable stink no soaping or washing can ever remove. You can expect the same to happen to a plastic rack as it comes of age. It will emit a problematic smell you cannot remove. The scent can enter your newly-baked pastries or a cake.
Discoloration
If your plastic trays start changing color, it's most likely leaching and starting to weaken structurally. Consider changing your plastic trays if they're significantly discolored.
Unpredictable Lifespan
Lastly, plastic trays of old age but continue to perform with none to few of the symptoms we've listed above still warrant replacing because of their unpredictable lifespan. Avoid risking your operations with unexpected accidents.
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