PACKAGED IN SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Liquid food products include pumpable products such as dairy, drinks, soups and sauces. These are often perishable goods and are packaged in special conditions to extend the shelf life, which means that the packaging also needs to satisfy specific requirements. This includes heat treatments such as pasteurisation and sterilisation. High-pressure pascalisation is also rapidly gaining in popularity.
PASTEURIZATION
Filling packaging while hot and/or after pasteurization can extend the shelf life. The foods are heated to 100 degrees to kill bacteria. Pasteurization is used for foods that are stored chilled – such as sauces for meals and soups. Pasteurization can also ensure that high acid fruit products can be stored for longer periods at room temperature, such as fruit puree and ketchup.
Various materials can be used for this process according to product, process and storage conditions.
STERILISATION
Sterilisation ensures that foods can be stored for long periods at room temperature. Sterilised products are heated in an autoclave to well over 100C°, which kills all bacteria and spores. Frequently used packaging includes Doypacks and K-seal stand-up pouches as well as flat pouches. Different types of materials can be used for this process, with a sufficient barrier to keep the products fresh and for instance enable the product to be heated in the microwave.
PASCALISATION
Pascalisation is a relatively new method of preserving food. It uses extremely high pressure of up to 6,000 bar to kill bacterial and mould. This extends the shelf life and the product also retains its flavour and nutritional content. We can provide your packaging to suit this process.
If you have questions about flexible packaging solutions for your liquid food products there is a simple way to contact us.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU
We are happy to help you find the right packaging for your product and packaging process. This includes the above treatments, but also the barrier properties that protect your product as well as options that improve your product’s user friendliness and sustainability. Such as adding a reclosable option or filling and pouring through the same spout. We work together with you to find packaging that is optimal for your packaging line and easy to use for consumers. We can also help you with unique packaging in collaboration with Studio One Eleven.
SUITABLE FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
Which packaging should you choose for your product? By making a conscious choice, you not only create beautiful and user-friendly packaging, but also packaging that protects your product. We create flexible packaging for all industries and can advise you about the best packaging solutions for your product and packaging process.
SUITABLE FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
Which packaging should you choose for your product? By making a conscious choice, you not only create beautiful and user-friendly packaging, but also packaging that protects your product. We create flexible packaging for all industries and can advise you about the best packaging solutions for your product and packaging process.
SUITABLE FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
Which packaging should you choose for your product? By making a conscious choice, you not only create beautiful and user-friendly packaging, but also packaging that protects your product. We create flexible packaging for all industries and can advise you about the best packaging solutions for your product and packaging process.
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If you have questions about our packaging solutions or if you want to discover the best packaging for your product, there is a simple way to get in touch with us.
