Vikan 5668 Metal Detectable Hand Scoop – 1 Litre Hygienic Food‑Grade Scoop for Ingredient Handling

Key Benefits

• Metal detectable – designed to support foreign-body detection procedures in food manufacturing.
• Hygienic one-piece construction – minimises joints and areas where bacteria or product residue can collect.
• Smooth, crevice-free design – makes the scoop quick and straightforward to clean.
• Lightweight and ergonomic – supports comfortable and efficient ingredient handling.
• Durable construction – suitable for demanding professional food-production environments.
• Colour-coded – supports hygienic zoning and colour-coded food-safety procedures.
• Ideal for HACCP-based systems – helps support preventative foreign-body and hygiene controls.
• Suitable for food manufacturing – designed for use in hygiene-critical production environments.
• Metal detection verification available – compatible with Vikan Test Kit product no. 11113.
• Reduces contamination risk – helps identify potentially lost or broken detectable tools before they can enter finished product, when used with an appropriate detection system and site procedure.

Food-Safety and Hygiene Considerations

The Vikan 5668's hygienic design supports effective cleaning by reducing areas where food debris and microorganisms can accumulate.

For best results, food manufacturers should:

• Include the scoop within the site's HACCP risk assessment.
• Define appropriate cleaning and sanitation procedures.
• Use colour coding according to the site's zoning policy.
• Inspect tools regularly for damage or wear.
• Establish procedures for missing or damaged tools.
• Verify metal detection performance according to site requirements.
• Store and maintain food-handling equipment hygienically.
• Replace damaged equipment promptly.
• Maintain appropriate records for cleaning, inspection and verification where required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vikan 5668 metal detectable?

Yes. The Vikan 5668 is manufactured from metal-detectable material to support foreign-body detection procedures in food manufacturing environments.

Is the Vikan 5668 suitable for HACCP?

The scoop can be used as part of a HACCP-based food-safety system, particularly where foreign-body and hygiene controls are required. However, HACCP compliance depends on the complete food-safety management system and documented procedures of the individual site.

Can the Vikan 5668 be used in food manufacturing?

Yes. It is designed for hygiene-critical food production and is suitable for applications such as ingredient handling, batching and food-product transfer.

How do I test the metal detectability of the scoop?

The Vikan 5668 can be verified using the Vikan 11113 Metal Detection Test Kit. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and your site's documented verification procedure.

Why is one-piece construction important for food hygiene?

A one-piece design reduces joints, seams and crevices where food residue, dirt and microorganisms can accumulate. This can make equipment easier and more effective to clean.

What is colour coding used for in food manufacturing?

Colour coding can help separate equipment between production zones, processes or materials. This can support site-specific hygiene and cross-contamination prevention procedures.

Can metal-detectable tools prevent foreign-body contamination?

Metal-detectable tools can help reduce the risk by making certain lost or broken tools identifiable by an appropriately configured detection system. They are one element of a broader foreign-body prevention and HACCP programme.

Is the Vikan 5668 suitable for high-care food environments?

Its hygienic, easy-clean and detectable design makes it suitable for many hygiene-critical applications. The final suitability should always be determined through the site's risk assessment, hygiene procedures and process requirements.

Why Use Metal-Detectable Food-Handling Tools?

Foreign-body contamination is a significant consideration in food manufacturing. Using metal-detectable equipment can provide an additional control against the risk of fragments from production tools entering food products.

When combined with appropriate metal detection systems, tool inspections, colour coding, staff training and documented hygiene procedures, detectable equipment can help improve foreign-body control and audit readiness.

The Vikan 5668 can be verified using the Vikan 11113 Metal Detection Test Kit, providing a practical way to test the detectability of the relevant tool within your site's control procedures.

Order the Vikan 5668 Metal Detectable Hand Scoop

Choose the Vikan 5668 metal-detectable hand scoop for a hygienic, durable and practical solution for ingredient handling in food manufacturing.

With its one-piece construction, smooth easy-clean surface, ergonomic design and metal-detectable material, it provides food manufacturers with a useful tool for supporting hygiene, foreign-body control and colour-coded production procedures.

Pair with the Vikan 11113 Metal Detection Test Kit to support routine verification of detectable equipment within your site's food-safety procedures.

Vikan 11113 Metal Detection Test Kit

For verification of the Vikan 5668, use the Vikan 1111 Metal Detection Test Kit – 55mm.

Testing should be carried out according to your site's documented foreign-body detection and verification procedures and the manufacturer's guidance.