Ensuring Food Safety and Quality with Watlow FIREROD Cartridge Heaters

There are around 4.7 million cases of food-related illnesses reported in Australia each year. Improper food handling, poor sanitation practices, and kitchens that are not built-for-purpose are some of the common factors that contribute to this. 

Keeping food within safe temperatures is vital to inhibit microorganism growth. However, while food safety practices are enforced in the food sector, human errors happen, and facilities are not always properly equipped.  

Keeping Heat Consistent 

Watlow FIRERODs are the first swaged cartridges in the market, which revolutionised the heating element industry, particularly in the food sector.  

FIREROD cartridges can be customised to fit in small spaces that are otherwise difficult to reach or costly to run through conventional heating methods. These heaters are available from 1/8- to one-inch diameters, and in lengths ranging from less than one inch to 100 inches (25 to 2540 mm). These options allow for proper sizing that enables heat being evenly distributed without fluctuations. For commercial grills, for example, 1/4-inch heaters are commonly used to even the surface heat. Bigger surfaces like steam tables for buffet, on the other hand, would need 1/2-inch heaters for efficient heating. 

FIRERODs are also compact, and oxidation and corrosion resistant, making them suitable for the demanding and specific requirements of the food industry.  

With compatible controllers and sensors, FIRERODs can be set automatically to suit required temperatures without the need to rely on people doing the manual operations.  

Commercial Applications 

Watlow FIREROD cartridges are built to suit commercial kitchens and food production facilities, and are often used for baking, cooking, and maintaining temperature of food products.  

Heater cartridges can be used for: 

• Food warmers and holding cabinets 

• Commercial ovens and grills 

• Coffee makers and beverage dispensers 

• Packaging equipment 

• Sterilisation equipment 

Benefits of Using FIRERODs 

Watlow FIRERODs are ISO certified and built with exacting standards.  

Using these heater cartridges guarantees: 

• Superior heat transfer, which is critical for maintaining food quality. 

• Durability, which provides long-term use without need for frequent repairs, with less to no downtime. 

• High temperature capability for versatile cooking and processing applications. 

• Quick response time for faster heating, improving operational efficiency. 

Do you need more information? Contact our Team to learn more about our available solutions. You may reach us here, or through email: sales@admtech.com.au and phone: 1300 236 467.