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Post-Packaging pasteurization advances

August 6, 2020

Processors have several options for pasteurization, including high-pressure pasteurization (HPP), hot water, steam, hot air, infrared heat, radiofrequency and irradiation. Hot water, steam and HPP are the most popular, with HPP and hot water growing the fastest, says Wes Shilling, professor of food science at Mississippi State University in Mississippi State.

Endress+Hauser's iTHERM line of temperature sensors

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Controlling temperature from farm to fork protects product quality, brand name

Wayne Labs

July 23, 2020

Temperature is that one measurement that’s dictated by governmental regulations to prove that you have a kill step in your process. Beyond that, there are rules for keeping fresh food under a certain temperature to keep it safe both in transit and storage, and—just as important—maintain its quality so you don’t have to throw it out prematurely.

The advantages of cold aseptic filling

January 8, 2020

HRS Heat Exchangers recently published a whitepaper on cold aseptic filling.

Extending food and beverage shelf life through packaging technology

Liz Parker

August 16, 2019

The correct packaging can make a big difference in food and beverage shelf life, and there are different techniques to prevent leakage and spoilage, as well.

Top 10 convenience store food safety challenges: How to mitigate risks

Kristin Etzel

May 10, 2019

Convenience stores are evolving to offer a wider array of fresh food options and prepared meals than ever before.

Detectamet leading the way in preventing foreign body contamination

January 3, 2019

With a patent pending, this digital food temperature probe is the first detectable thermometer on the market.

Chromatic Technologies BlindSpotz technology

Exclusive interview: Chromatic Technologies Inc. on product tampering

December 7, 2018

Food Safety Strategies recently was able to speak with Patrick Edson, chief marketing officer for CTI (Chromatic Technologies Inc).

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Options abound for processors who want a post-packaging pasteurization kill step

Elizabeth Fuhrman

August 1, 2018

Post-packaging pasteurization offers a multitude of benefits for processors in the meat and poultry industry.

AgroFresh Solutions, Del Monte Fresh Produce collaboration extends produce shelf life

The collaboration offers Del Monte direct access to RipeLock, AgroFresh’s innovative technology for extending yellow life.

June 27, 2018

AgroFresh Solutions, Inc., Philadelphia, Pa., announced a collaboration agreement with Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc., a Coral Gables, Fla.-based producer, marketer and distributor of high-quality fresh and fresh-cut fruit and vegetables.