MAAHP Tissue Processors
Convertech pioneered the development and use of alkaline hydrolysis based tissue processors in Africa. Tissue processors provide an attractive and environmentally friendly alternative to incineration and have many exciting applications whenever potentially bio-hazardous anatomical material or fluids have to be processed. More specifically, Convertech developed the MAAHP tissue processing class of technology to effectively process any type of animal tissue originating from an abattoir into a safe, pathogen free and stable liquid (HPL) with varied applications in the agricultural &...
Read MoreDo Not Burn Condemned Meat Waste or Specific Risk Materials
Incineration of waste products is a well established method of waste disposal. It is claimed to be one of the most effective ways of pathogen destruction (provided that the incinerator is properly operated). This being the case, why is there an urgent and definite movement away from this type of technology? During the incineration process an extremely carcinogenic byproduct called dioxin is released into the atmosphere. Dioxin has been proven to be a major contributor in the development of various types of health problems, including cancer, in humans.The terrifying reality is that children...
Read MoreWhat Is Brucellosis?
What is brucellosis? Brucellosis, also known as Malta Fever or Undulant Fever is a disease that may be contracted by humans when exposed to a bacteria of the Brucella spp. Brucella abortus is of particular interest to abattoirs as it could be a transmissable disease present in meat or meat waste. According to the Center for Disease Control, Brucellosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria of the genus Brucella. These bacteria are primarily passed among animals, and they cause disease in many different vertebrates. Various Brucella species affect sheep, goats, cattle, deer, elk,...
Read MoreWhat Is Bovine Tuberculosis ?
What Is Bovine Tuberculosis This type of Tuberculosis is often found in South Africa and abattoirs, specifically quarantine abattoirs, may occasionally encounter animals infected with Bovine Tuberculosis. Proper disposal of carcasses and waste material from infected animals is therefore of great importance to ensure safety. Bovine TB belongs to a group of bacteria called Mycobacteriacea. These bacteria are gram positive, aerobic, non-spore forming, non-motile, slightly curved or straight rods. They are able to survive for weeks to months on inanimate objects protected from sunlight. They are...
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