November 20, 2025 by Stephanie Coleman
We are thrilled to announce that CinchSeal has been awarded the 3-A Sanitary Standards certification, a prestigious benchmark within the food, beverage, dairy, and pharmaceutical sectors. We are committed to manufacturing hygienic, reliable, and efficient sealing solutions for sanitation-critical environments.
The 1920s saw the creation of the first hygienic standards for dairy processing equipment. They became known as 3-A standards because three groups collaborated to improve the design and sanitation of equipment: manufacturers, processors, and regulatory sanitarians.
3-A Sanitary Standards, Inc. (3-A SSI), a non-profit organization representing equipment manufacturers and processors, manages 3-A certifications today. More than 100 years later, 3-A standards have expanded to include hygienic standards and accepted practices for not only dairy processing but also other food, beverage, and pharmaceutical processing equipment and systems.
The goal of 3-A certification is to protect consumers from potential contamination by making sure all parts of sanitary equipment are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. While 3-A SSI does not provide details on how to make a piece of equipment, the organization does provide guidelines on unsanitary elements to avoid during the design and fabrication process of any equipment that comes into contact with consumable products.
This certification confirms that CinchSeal’s rotary shaft seals meet strict standards for clean-in-place (CIP) use and hygienic design, which helps reduce the chance of product contamination.
For food and pharmaceutical processors, this means our seals now provide an added layer of assurance for maintaining product integrity and safety throughout production.
With 3-A certification, CinchSeal is better equipped than ever to serve industries where hygiene and safety are non-negotiable, including: CinchSeal is now better than ever at serving industries where safety and hygiene are crucial, such as:
Our certified products help processors meet FDA, USDA, and 3-A compliance requirements, reducing contamination risk while ensuring easy cleaning and maintenance.
CinchSeal’s rotary shaft seals are designed to deliver more than just compliance, they improve operational efficiency and reduce maintenance costs. The advanced design allows for quick installation, long-lasting performance, and minimal downtime.
Customers can count on CinchSeal for:
Earning the 3-A certification reflects CinchSeal’s commitment to being a leader in food safety and engineering innovation. This milestone shows that we are always focused on continuous improvement, so our customers can be sure they are getting the best sealing technology for sanitary and processing uses.
We at CinchSeal think that safe and clean processing environments begin with dependable, hygienic equipment components. Our 3-A certified seals are the next step in helping our partners meet the industry’s growing needs for sustainability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
CinchSeal designs and manufactures rotary shaft seals that prevent leakage and contamination in bulk handling and food processing equipment. With a focus on innovation, reliability, and hygiene, we serve global customers across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors.
To learn more about CinchSeal’s 3-A certified sealing solutions, visit www.cinchseal.com.
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