DuraShield® Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: What is the chemistry of DuraShield®?
A:DuraShield® is a high purity fluorocarbon polymer with unique and proprietary chemistry. This unique chemistry gives DuraShield® excellent non-stick capability, chemical resistivity and thermal stability. All of these characteristics are critical for providing users in the baking and allied food industries a durable, long lasting coating.
Q: Is DuraShield® PFOA free?
A:Yes, DuraShield® has been tested and certified to be free of Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) to the lowest detectable amount by MPI Laboratories.
Q: Is DuraShield® certified to be safe for contact with food?
A:DuraShield® bakeware coating conforms with FDA regulations and is permitted for use in contact with food as detailed in the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act and all applicable regulations, including 21 CFR 175.300.
Q: Is DuraShield® compliant with EU standards?
A:DuraShield® bakeware coating has been tested and approved for contact with food according to European Union directive WE1935/2004/CE art. 3, decree 2007/766.
Q: How many releases will I get with DuraShield® coated pans?
A:The exact number of releases depends on your product, but, at least 3,000 releases are common for most products. We have, however, documented over 5,000 releases at some of the world’s leading hamburger bun bakeries.
Q: Why should I change from my current coating?
A:There are several reasons why switching to DuraShield® could benefit your operation. Here are just a few:
1. DuraShield® coating is documented (and guaranteed) to provide more releases than any other baking pan coating in the world, including glaze (silicone coatings) and other dark non-stick coatings. More releases means that you will not have to send your pans out to be re-glazed, and thus you will save on the expense of shipping to and from the glaze plant and the cost of re-glazing.
2. Because the non-stick properties of DuraShield® are so excellent, you will require less pan grease, and in many cases, no pan grease at all, thus saving money and improving the sanitation and safety of your bakery.
3. Unlike other dark non-stick coatings, DuraShield® is formulated to be PFOA free.
Please contact our customer service department or your local sales representative to discuss all the benefits of DuraShield® and about making the switch to DuraShield®.
Q: Can I have some samples done to try DuraShield® in my bakery?
A:We would be happy to coat some of your existing pans with DuraShield® for you to test in your operation. In many cases, the samples can be coated free of charge. Please contact our customer service department or your local sales representative to discuss.
Q: Will DuraShield® break down/deteriorate in storage over a long period of time?
A:DuraShield® coated pans should be cleaned and dried prior to storing and they should be stored in a dry, dust free environment. DuraShield®, unlike other coatings, is chemically very stable and will not break down during long periods of storage.