Modified atmosphere packaging - Articles

ProAmpac's wedge-shaped modified atmosphere sandwich packaging.

Flexible Packaging

ProAmpac Introduces Fiber-Based Sandwich Packaging

June 19, 2023

The fiber-based Modified Atmosphere Packaging RAP Sandwich Wedge is designed for sandwiches and wraps.

Witt Gas's Leakmaster Pro 2 product line

Packaging Machinery

WITT Provides Leak Testing for Various Packaging Sizes

June 19, 2023

The LEAK-MASTER PRO 2 tests the leak-tightness of modified atmosphere packaging.

Packaging

Modified atmosphere packaging use grows in fresh meat packaging

Kristen Kazarian

June 4, 2021

Fresh meat packaging manufacturers are looking at significant growth due to an increase in adoption of advanced packaging solutions.

Packaging

PACK EXPO preview: Easing product safety concerns in an uncertain climate

How brands can leverage packaging to uphold consumer expectations amid the COVID-19 crisis

Tom Egan , PMMI

October 22, 2020

In the COVID-19 outbreak, packaging is being recognized for its long-standing performance in upholding food and beverage product safety and offering consumer protection.

Food Packaging

Modified atmosphere packaging for long-haul transport of veggies sans ice

Rose Shilling

September 17, 2019

Modified atmosphere bulk packaging is shaking up the long-haul transport of fresh broccoli and other vegetables traditionally shipped on ice, the packaging maker says.

New Plant Products

INFICON Contura S400 Leak Detection Technology

March 13, 2019

Designed to detect gross and fine leaks in modified atmosphere and flexible packaging, INFICON Contura S400 nondestructive leak detection technology is suitable for a range of meat and poultry applications.

Technology Sourcebook

Vacuum packaging machines

June 20, 2015

Available in web widths from 285 to 459mm, Rollstock fully automatic vacuum packaging machines feature programmable PLC controls with readable diagnostics and a vacuum leak check program.

Technology Sourcebook

Horizontal flow wrapper

June 13, 2015

The Bosch Pack 301 ID inverted dwell horizontal flow wrapper packages difficult-to-handle products that require hermetic sealing including products that need modified atmosphere packaging; the inverted film transport also makes the wrapper suitable for handling soft, flexible products and multipacks.

Technology Sourcebook

MAP inspection

June 12, 2015

Engineered to work with Dansensor modified atmosphere packaging systems, the Dansensor VisioPointer vision package inspection system uses software to locate product trapped in the sealing area; it also can check label information, placement, coding and other physical attributes.

Field Reports