In this episode of Beyond Tech, hosts Jackie Slaght and Jennifer Palumbo are joined by E Tech Group’s Hans Frei and Jeff Ballard to explore the critical, but often overlooked, role of Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems in manufacturing.

With deep expertise in automation, controls, and system integration, Hans and Jeff reveal how optimizing CIP can reduce cleaning cycle times by up to 40% and cut water and chemical usage by as much as 50%. They break down why CIP is frequently under-prioritized, how smarter strategies can unlock major efficiency gains, and what red flags to watch for in your own operations.

If you're looking to boost uptime, reduce waste, and turn your CIP system into a competitive advantage, this episode is for you.