What do we know about skin packaging technology?
Properly designed food packaging always adds value to the product itself. This requires that the packaging perfectly protects it and at the same time presents it in an attractive way. The latest technology for such packaging used for meat storage is skin packaging, which is a departure from traditional vacuum packaging.
In this procedure, the product is placed on a stable foil bottom or on a pre-made tray and covered with a thinner film, like a second skin. This way, the surface of the high-quality product is perfectly reproduced and a perfect appearance is achieved. The exceptional shrinkage of the upper skin due to heating in vacuum packaging avoids the formation of air, reducing the possible visible formation of exudates and extending the microbiological shelf life. This method was developed for the sale of small portions of raw meat, minced meat or semi-finished meat products that would be available in retail stores. The tight fit of the plastic film to the product is also crucial to improve all sensory aspects perceived by the consumer, as this method is mainly intended for use in self-service.
Advantages.:
- Skin packaging offers an attractive presentation of products with an extended shelf life.
- The product is effectively accentuated by the tightly adhering film, while at the same time its shape remains stable and liquid leakage is prevented.
- The colour reproduction quality is also fully preserved.
All these advantages minimise the need for preservatives.
This type of packaging requires only film, tray or cardboard. There is usually no need for impregnating cushions or bone protectors. If you want your packaging and product to appeal to health-conscious consumers, skin packaging is the perfect way to deliver on this promise. Innovation is already necessary if the packaging industry wants to minimise its environmental impact while still doing what it needs to do - protecting the product. Every year, 1.3 billion tonnes of food is wasted. Skin packaging protects food better and keeps it fresh for longer, which leads to a reduction in food waste.
Our team of experienced food packaging specialists are here to help food businesses minimise waste, increase production and boost their profits. We take a comprehensive look at your business and your business needs and offer solutions such as skin packaging to increase your sales and profitability with minimal impact. Our skin technologies are used to create transparent and attractive packaging. The packaging process is cost-effective and fast: vacuum sealing, wrapping and sealing. This technology can be used for fresh, cooked and frozen products: fresh meat, ready-made main courses, fish fillets, seafood, sausages, sausage and cheese slices, fruits, vegetables, etc. Our company offers machines from the Italian manufacturer of packaging equipment ILPRA for the production of vacuum skin packs. ILPRA machinery has become popular all over the world, its equipment for skin packaging combines all the necessary technologies and allows you to pack goods quickly and efficiently. Technical innovations are represented by the ILPRA-FP 400 V/G semi-automatic machine and the fully automated ILPRA-FP SPEEDY E-MEC V/G PROGAS. Their packaging reliably preserves products, does not allow air to pass through and serves as an excellent barrier to the external environment.
Semi-automatic mechanism ILPRA-FP 400 V / G is used for vacuum sealing of goods. This modern, robust equipment is made of stainless steel and anodised aluminium. It is used for sealing and packaging meat products, fish or seafood that are delicacies. The device does not damage the products, and the whole process takes a few minutes.
The maximum performance of the device is more than 400 cycles per hour, and the special pump channel system ensures that the amount of residual oxygen in the packaging is kept to a minimum. The latest technology significantly increases productivity using a conventional vacuum pump.
The ILPRA-FP SPEEDY E-MEC V/G automatic sealing machine speeds up the sealing process and does not require any additional supervision. It works not only separately, but can also be part of the production process. The device packs semi-finished products and meat products at a speed of 15 cycles per minute.
The body and working area of the mechanism are made of high-strength materials - stainless steel and reliable aluminium. The electromechanical drive allows the film to be wound and unwound without additional assistance, and also ensures the conveyor movement. Thanks to modern technology, the machine operates with low compressed air consumption.
Are you interested in vacuum skin packaging? Do you want to take the shelf life of your products to the next level? We know exactly how to do it.
For more information, please contact our technical specialists at + 38-044-390-73-38.