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Extend shelf life of fresh food with MAP technology

Nichrome presents

ATHENA AUTOMATIC THERMOFORMING TRAY SEAL MACHINE for MAP

What is MAP technology? • Modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) is the practice of modifying the composition of the internal atmosphere of a package (commonly food packages, drugs, etc.) in order to improve the shelf life. • The need for MAP arises from the short shelf life of food products such as meat, fish, poultry, fruits, vegetables and dairy in the presence of oxygen. • From a microbiological aspect, oxygen encourages the growth of aerobic spoilage microorganisms. Therefore, the reduction of oxygen and its replacement with other gases can reduce or delay oxidation reactions and microbiological spoilage. • MAP lowers the amount of oxygen (O2) in the headspace of the package, replacing it with nitrogen (N2), a comparatively inert gas, or carbon dioxide (CO2). • This is achieved using active techniques, such as gas flushing and compensated vacuum, or passively by designing “breathable” films.' • Cutting edge technologies have been developed to ensure that the gas mixture is the correct one, and to test that once sealed, the packages contain the right mixture and do not leak.

MAP Applications • Bakery & Confectionery • Poultry, Seafood, & Meat Products • Fresh Fruits & Vegetables • Dairy Products

• Frozen Foods • Snacks & Namkeen • Mithai & other sweetmeats • Ready-to-eat Foods like Biryani, etc.

MAP Advantages • Longer shelf life • Enhanced visual appeal • Stays fresh longer • No chemical preservatives • Long lasting flavor preservation • Sustained nutritional content • Reduces food wastage

MAP, especially in the time of the pandemic • MAP offers a win-win proposition for manufacturers of food items and consumers • Especially in India, where snacks, namkeens and mithai are a much-loved part of life, MAP technology will ensure that the items are packed and sealed safely, untouched by human hands • Manufacturers can continue production and sale • Consumers can enjoy the mithai and snacks they crave with safety and hygiene.

Nichrome presents Athena, Thermoforming Tray Seal Machine • From Tecnovac in Italy, a leading name in the manufacture of packaging machines for food products. • Athena is capable of Modified Atmosphere packaging of fresh produce, raw & processed meats, frozen food, Indian mithai & snacks, and ready-to-eat meals. • Using pre-formed trays, Athena is able to seal, pack in a protective atmosphere (vacuum + gas) or with ‘skin effect’ all types of trays or jars. • Output speed: up to 60 trays per minute • A strong stainless steel structure and easy maintenance, make Athena ideal for use in small and medium sized companies.

Why Nichrome? • Nichrome is India’s leading packaging machine manufacturer and integrated packaging solutions provider • A pioneer in food packaging with four decades of experience, proven expertise and deep domain knowledge • Nichrome has collaborated to bring Tecnovac’s highly successful Athena Automatic Tray Sealer to India • Nichrome provides complete service - from consultancy and customisation to installation, commissioning and after-sales support

To discover how MAP packaging can improve your food packaging performance, and other expert food packaging solutions. contact www.nichrome.com