Ensure the correct gas mixture and flow rate using our Gas Mixers for MAP. The right mixture is vital to protect the freshness and appearance of MAP products.
Protect product freshness with our user-friendly headspace gas analyzers. Accurate headspace analysis ensures that residual oxygen meets predefined limits, maximizing shelf life.
Our on-line gas analyzers continuously monitor the gas flushing on a packaging line to ensure the equipment and gas mixing system delivers the desired protective atmosphere to every package.
Leak detectors ensure seal problems are identified to guarantee the protective atmosphere in MAP remains intact. This vital quality control test protects your products and brand reputation.
What is Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP)?
MAP-technology was developed to extend the shelf life of packaged products by modifying the gas mixture (headspace) surrounding the product. Products packaged in MAP retain their freshness and attractiveness for the duration of their projected shelf life. Modified atmosphere is created by blending the gases oxygen, carbon dioxide and/or nitrogen in specified concentrations. The given product (typically food or healthcare) determines the recommended gas mixture. The product must be enclosed in a sealed package surrounded by the optimized gas mixture to achieve the desired shelf life.
Read more in our MAP Guide.
Why is quality control of MAP vital? Modified Atmosphere Packaging relies on an optimized gas mixture (headspace gas) remaining inside the package to protect it from contamination, like microbial growth. In addition, it naturally preserves the flavor, aroma and/or visual appeal of the packaged product. The gas mixture must be correct and must remain inside the package to be effective. Therefore, two quality control tests are vital on any MAP-packaging lines: