Applications of Ammonia in Accommodation and Food Services

Overview

Accommodation and food services refer to a broad sector of the economy that includes businesses and establishments primarily engaged in providing lodging, meals, and related services to travelers, tourists, and the general public. This sector encompasses a wide range of businesses, from hotels and restaurants to cafes, food trucks, catering services, and more. Accommodation and food services are a vital part of the hospitality industry and play a significant role in the tourism sector. They contribute to the overall travel experience, offering a range of choices to meet diverse preferences and budgets. These businesses often focus on providing excellent customer service, comfortable accommodations, and delicious meals to enhance the guest’s experience. The sector also has unique challenges, such as seasonal demand fluctuations, food safety regulations, and the need to adapt to changing consumer preferences and dietary trends.

Depending on specific features and functions, GAO Tek’s Ammonia are sometimes referred to as Azane, Hydrogen Nitride, Ammoniacal Gas, Spirit of Hartshorn, Aqueous Ammonia, Household Ammonia, Anhydrous Ammonia, Ammonium Hydroxide, NH3.

GAO Tek’s Ammonia have the following applications in Accommodation and Food Services:

Refrigeration: GAO Tek’s Ammonia is a crucial refrigerant in the food industry, used in refrigeration and cooling systems for storing and preserving perishable food items. Its low boiling point and efficient heat transfer properties make it an excellent choice for industrial refrigeration in hotels, restaurants, and food storage facilities.
Ice Production: GAO Tek’s Ammonia refrigeration systems are commonly used to produce ice for use in beverages and food preservation.
Air Conditioning: Some larger accommodation establishments, such as hotels, may use ammonia-based HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems for efficient temperature control.
Cleaning and Sanitizing: GAO Tek’s Ammonia-based cleaning products are used to clean various surfaces in commercial kitchens and dining areas. Ammonia’s properties as a strong alkaline substance make it effective at cutting through grease and grime. However, it should be used with caution and diluted properly to avoid harm to surfaces and inhalation hazards.
Water Treatment: GAO Tek’s Ammonium hydroxide, a solution of ammonia in water, is sometimes used in water treatment processes to adjust pH levels and remove impurities, ensuring that the water used in food preparation and service meets quality standards.
Neutralizing Odors: In some cases, ammonia may be used to neutralize odors in certain areas of food service establishments, particularly in sanitation practices.

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Complying with Accommodation and Food Services Industry Standards

GAO Tek’s Ammonia comply or help our customers comply with the Accommodation and Food Services industry standards such as

ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 15
IIAR (International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
ISO 14001
Local and National Regulations
HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Standards
AHRI (Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute) Standards
International Building Codes (IBC)

Complying with Government Regulations

GAO Tek’s Ammonia comply or help our customers comply with the U.S. government regulations such as

OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency)
EPA – Clean Air Act Section 608
DOT (Department of Transportation)
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)
Local and State Agencies
NFPA (National Fire Protection Association)
AHRI (Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute)

GAO Tek’s Ammonia comply or help our customers comply with the Canadian government regulations such as

Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA)
Transport Canada – Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations
Provincial and Territorial Regulations
Workplace Safety and Health Authorities
Technical Standards and Codes
Local Municipal Regulations
Food Safety Regulations

GAO Tek’s Ammonia comply or help our customers comply with the Mexican government regulations such as

NOM-005-STPS-1998
NOM-002-STPS-2010
SEMAR-NOM-002-SEMAR-2016
NOM-020-STPS-2011
Local Regulations
SENASICA (National Service for Agro-Alimentary Public Health, Safety and Quality)
Environmental Regulations
Technical Standards and Codes
Mexican Fire Department Regulations

GAO Tek’s Ammonia comply or help our customers comply with the European regulations such as

EU Regulation (EC) No 1005/2009 on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer
EU Directive 2008/98/EC on Waste (Waste Framework Directive)
EU Directive 2006/40/EC on Emissions from Air Conditioning Systems in Motor Vehicles
EN 378 – Refrigerating Systems and Heat Pumps Standard
Local and National Regulations
REACH Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
Food Safety Regulations
EN 378 – Refrigeration Safety Standard
European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)

Case Studies of Ammonia in Accommodation and Food Services Industry

Ammonia is sometimes referred to as Azane, Hydrogen Nitride, Ammoniacal Gas, Spirit of Hartshorn, Aqueous Ammonia, Household Ammonia, Anhydrous Ammonia, Ammonium Hydroxide, NH3.

Here are some practical examples of Ammonia in Accommodation and Food Services:

This case study could focus on a cold storage facility that retrofitted its refrigeration system to use ammonia as a more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly refrigerant. The study could detail the energy savings, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and improved temperature control achieved through the retrofit.

Highlighting a food distribution center’s commitment to safety and compliance, this case study could discuss the implementation of a rigorous maintenance and safety program for their ammonia-based refrigeration system. It might cover training, leak detection, emergency response procedures, and compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations.

A case study could explore the use of ammonia refrigeration systems in a food processing plant, emphasizing the system’s efficiency, reliability, and ability to maintain low temperatures critical for food preservation. It could include data on energy consumption and cost savings.

This case study might focus on a food manufacturing facility’s effort to enhance safety related to ammonia use. It could discuss the implementation of safety protocols, employee training, and ammonia detection systems, resulting in a reduced risk of ammonia-related incidents.

A case study could detail how a food-related facility ensured compliance with OSHA’s Process Safety Management (PSM) standard for their ammonia refrigeration system. It might discuss the steps taken to meet PSM requirements, such as process hazard analysis and employee training.

This case study could focus on a food storage facility’s response to an ammonia leak incident, highlighting their emergency response procedures, evacuation protocols, and measures taken to mitigate the impact of the leak on both employees and the environment.

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Use of Ammonia with Leading Software and Cloud Services in Accommodation and Food Services

GAO Tek has used or has facilitated its customers to use Ammonia with some of the leading software and cloud services in their applications. Examples of such leading software and cloud services include

Ammonia Refrigeration Control Systems
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Systems
PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) Software
HMI (Human-Machine Interface) Software
Energy Management Software
Maintenance and Asset Management Software
Data Logging and Analysis Software
Refrigerant Management Software
Compliance and Regulatory Reporting Software
Remote Monitoring and Control Software
Inventory and Supply Chain Management Software
Food Safety and Quality Management Software

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Meeting Customers’ Demands

Large Choice of Products

In order to satisfy the diversified needs of their corporate customers, GAO Tek Inc. and its sister company GAO RFID Inc. together offer a wide choice of testing and measurement devices, network products, RFID, BLE, IoT, and drones.

Fast Delivery

To shorten the delivery to our customers, GAO has maintained a large stock of its products and is able to ship overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada, and fast delivery to Mexico and Europe from the nearest warehouse.

Local to Our Customers

We are located in both the U.S. and Canada. We travel to customers’ premises if necessary. Hence, we provide a very strong local support to our customers in North America, particularly the U.S., Canada and Mexico and Europe. Furthermore, we have built partnerships with some integrators, consulting firms and other service providers in different cities to further strengthen our services. Here are some of the service providers in Accommodation and Food Services we have worked with to serve our joint customers:

Agilysys
Oracle Hospitality (formerly MICROS Systems)
NCR Corporation
Infor Hospitality
Lightspeed
Toast
HotSOS by Amadeus
Quore
ResNexus
Maestro PMS
PAR Technology Corporation
Shift4 Payments
SpeedLine Solutions
ReServe Interactive
NewBook
Revinate
OpenTable
Rezku
Protel
Zonal
Lightspeed
Epicor
Epos Now
LiveRES
IRIS Software Systems
Guestline
Amadeus
Inforhos
DataNet
TouchBistro
BlueTurtle
Zomaron
Moneris
Squirrel Systems

GAO has Many Customers in Accommodation and Food Services

The products from both GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc. have been widely used in Accommodation and Food Services by many customers, including some leading companies. Here is more information on applications of GAO RFID Inc.’s products in Accommodation and Food Services.

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