Brewing, distilled beverages and juices involve cleaning, peeling, grinding and other operations. As well as being products for human consumption, the quality control is very demanding. The use of certified tool steels for food contact in addition to good practice will be the rule in the near future.

It is an industry that operates, generally, 24 hours a day and 7 days a week, in which the robustness and durability are essential conditions to have in the selection of steel.