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Managing knives more effectively

100 years of experience speak for themselves

As an experienced specialist wholesaler for the food production sector and a manufacturer of seasoning mixes, we understand the challenges that food processing businesses face in their day-to-day operations. We use our experience to improve processes and procedures through our products – such as the Ehlert Equipment Check.

Screenshot of a digital equipment check system featuring an administrative overview of knives and other tools. On the right, a smartphone is shown displaying a function for scanning and issuing a knife.
The reason why

Traceability of knives – why is it important, anyway?

The traceability of knives and tools in production is crucial for safety in food production and product quality. More and more certification bodies are incorporating these requirements into their standards. With the Equipment Check, you can track and monitor knives and tools in your business quickly, easily and without the need for additional hardware. Please feel free to contact our sales team if you have any queries or would like a trial offer.

Food safety

Naturally, tools or parts of them must not end up in the products during the manufacturing process, as this would pose a risk to consumers. Thanks to the app, it is possible to ensure that all knives introduced into the process are removed again.

Compliance with hygiene regulations

In addition to tracking, the status of the knives and tools used can also be maintained and checked. This allows conclusions to be drawn regarding cleaning frequencies, service life and any errors in use. In this way, you can improve operational safety and ensure appropriate hygiene standards in production.

Prevention of production errors

Knowing which tools are used in which production processes, and which staff member uses which knives or tools, can lead to a significant reduction in production errors. High rates of damage or loss highlight the need for staff training.

Compliance with standards

Food certifications, such as the IFS Food Standard, require compliance with specific criteria. Alongside many other food safety criteria, this includes the tracking of knives and tools during production. In other words, no tracking means no certification.

User interface

The dashboard

The dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of the current status of blades and sets – which blades and blade baskets are currently in use? Furthermore, this view provides the ideal starting point for managing your staff’s tool status and tool handover processes: thanks to a flexible roles and permissions system, you can determine who has access and is authorised to make changes.

How it works

Check knives and knife baskets in or out

Scan the Data Matrix code on a knife or knife basket to assign it to an employee, a group or a department. When checking out the equipment, the condition of the blades can be updated straight away – whether they are ready for use, need sharpening, cleaning or replacing. This allows you to keep track of your equipment at all times.

Full control over your knife management

Keep track of your knives and knife baskets at all times – clearly presented in table form. You can see at a glance when tools were issued or returned and to whom, and you can customise which information is displayed. The app also enables detailed analysis: frequency of use, service life, cleaning or sharpening intervals – all this data helps you to optimise your knife management and efficiently manage safe disposal.

Good reasons

The Ehlert Equipment Check offers you the following benefits

Quick to set up & scalable

The app is ready to use straight away and can be flexibly expanded.

Device-independent

Works on smartphones, tablets and computers, without the need for any additional hardware.

Manufacturer-independent & flexible

Compatible with various knives, tools and systems.

Simple labelling & expansion

Existing or new identifiers can be used efficiently for cutting tool and tool management.

Seamless integration

Integration with online shop accounts, existing ordering systems and ERP systems is possible.

Efficient stock and status management

Monitor the condition of your blades (cleaned, sharpened, replaced) and make use of a wide range of analysis options.

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Philipp Ehlert
Geschäftsführer E-Commerce & Marketing