What should be done with the solids removed in the screening and DAF processes in a meat packing and processing facility?

The correct approach to handling the solids removed in the screening and Dissolved Air Flotation (DAF) processes in a meat packing and processing facility is to recover them for rendering. Rendering is a process that involves converting animal by-products, which includes those solids, into usable products such as fats and protein meals. This not only helps minimize waste and promotes sustainability by recycling valuable materials, but it also provides products that can be used in animal feed, pet food, and other industrial applications.

Utilizing the solids in this manner aligns with many regulatory and environmental standards that encourage reducing landfill waste and maximizing resource recovery. While there are other potential options for disposal or energy recovery, recovering solids for rendering is widely recognized as a beneficial practice within the meat processing industry.