What is an industrial vacuum sealer and why is it needed?

Absolutely any enterprise that produces and sells food products for the population is responsible for its goods. All products (this is provided for and controlled by law) must be suitable for consumption. That is why in such enterprises it is very often used special equipment called industrial vacuum sealer.

Let's first figure out what a food vacuum apparatus is and what it is for. Probably everyone who has been to the store at least once has seen a lot of goods, especially meat and fish, which are sold in a special film. The packing is carried out by an industrial vacuum sealer.

In order to extend the shelf life of products, vacuum sealers are used... The product is covered with PVC film and air is removed using a vacuum sealer, that is, sealing occurs.

The vacuum sealer is a popular device today. This is due to a number of features that are inherent in it, namely:

• extending the shelf life and storage of food;
• preservation of aromatic substances;
• correct freezing.

Using the device makes it possible to divide products into portions for the preparation of semi-finished products, to marinate them.

An industrial vacuum sealer is a fairly large machine or plant that is used exclusively in factories, bases and large stores.Such equipment is characterized by high performance, power and versatility. The device may differ in size, appearance, functionality, type of control.

All industrial vacuum sealers are divided into two types:

• floor;
• tabletop.

Let's consider the most popular models.

• Asko ODV8128G. This is a professional equipment that is used in food facilities. It is characterized by large dimensions, high intensity of air evacuation, high-quality assembly, and the presence of three operating modes. The case is made of stainless steel, which guarantees high quality performance and long service life. If we talk about the shortcomings of this model, it is worth noting the high cost and complex operating principle.

• Indokor IVP - 460 / 2G. Such a packer is most often used in canteens, cafes, restaurants and large stores. A fairly large device that easily evacuates a large number of products. For the manufacture of the device, the manufacturer used exclusively high-quality materials. The disadvantages of the equipment include its size, weight and cost.

The main tasks of a vacuum sealer are reliable tightness and proper storage of food products. That is why, when choosing this device, you need to be extremely careful and take into account many factors. So, when choosing equipment, we focus on:

• power factor of the device;
• the number of evacuation modes;
• the material from which the body and the main parts of the device are made;
• type of device: chamber or tubeless;
• control mode: manual, electronic, touch;
• design decoration;
• pressure under which evacuation is performed;
• dimensions of the device;
• working chamber volume;
• the quality of the seams - they must be strong and reliable, do not allow air to pass through and do not break;
• price;
• manufacturer.

Experts and Experienced Users recommend choosing vacuum sealers produced by well-known brands that have proven themselves in the consumer market... Also pay attention on film quality, which is intended for use specifically in the model of your choice, and other consumables. Often, manufacturers complete the device with everything you need and make suitable kits.

See below for an overview of the vacuum packaging machine.