Ippolito Fruit & Produce Ltd. Implements Clean Works’ Waterless Food Safety Technology to Transform Operational Efficiency and Reduce Risk; Steve Dimen, George Anastasopoulos, and More Comment

BURLINGTON, ON - Ippolito Fruit & Produce Ltd., a leading fresh produce company, announces the successful implementation of Clean Works’ cutting-edge food safety technology in their chopped lettuce production line in Burlington. The addition of this innovative system further strengthens Ippolito’s already rigorous sanitation and food safety protocols through enhanced product protection.

Ippolito’s implementation of Clean Works’ waterless solution, used in tandem with its conventional washing and processing methods, is already delivering measurable food safety and operational advantages. Early performance results indicate that the system is providing meaningful food safety benefits in a cost-efficient manner.

“Food safety has always been foundational to our culture and to the trust our customers place in us”, said Steve Dimen, COO, Ippolito Fruit & Produce Ltd., in the recent release “Implementing Clean Works on our chopped lettuce line reinforces our commitment to continuous improvement and investment in leading-edge technologies that strengthen an already robust food safety program.”

Clean Works’ technology utilizes ultraviolet light, vaporized hydrogen peroxide, and ozone to kill up to 99.99% of pathogens. The system integrates seamlessly into existing operations, enabling continuous throughput without compromising compliance.

“Everything is going well, no issues. Equipment is easy to incorporate into the process and daily routine,” says George Anastasopoulos, Director of Operations, Ippolito Fruit & Produce Ltd.

“For food safety leaders across the industry, the priority is ensuring the highest standards of product protection while remaining cost-efficient for their customers,” said Michele Visser, Vice President, Clean Works.

Meet Clean Works and the Ippolito team at CPMA in Toronto, Ontario!

Clean Works and Ippolito will be discussing this implementation and sharing insights at CPMA Convention & Trade Show 2026, on April 29th-30th, where attendees can learn how this food safety technology is reshaping modern processing environments.

To schedule a meeting at the show, contact Clean Works in advance.