GAS APPLICATION

By packaging under a modified atmosphere (MAP: Modified Atmosphere Packaging) food products are protected from unwanted influences, thereby extending the shelf-life of the products. When packaging baked goods either carbon dioxide, nitrogen or a mixture of the two is used depending on the application.

Advantages:

Extended shelf-life
Reduction in growth of bacteriaand mould
Simplified logistics
Cost savings
Attractive appearance
No pressing together of the products as with vacuum packaging

MESSER SOLUTIONS

Messer supplies gases which are tailored to your needs. Examples are given in the following table. 

Product

Gas mixture

Bread

80 - 100 % N2 + 0 - 20 % CO2

Bread rolls, pre-baked pastries  

100 % N2

Fruit gateau

20 - 30 % N2 + 70 - 80 % CO2