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Aseptic machinery packaging has been termed as the most noteworthy development in the food processing industry. Also known as drink boxes, the aseptic machinery packaging is distinctive as it stuffs an uncontaminated enclose with disinfected foodstuff in an unpolluted setting. It is in fact an important development in the field of canned food. Although different kinds of aseptic machinery packaging foodstuff exist in the market, it is usually bottling of a drink that is single-serve in nature.

Packing Process

Aseptic machinery packaging is a process by which liquid food or drinks are disinfected before packaging by means of the ultra-high temperature (UHT) method. The process includes intensely heating the liquid and then chilling it before packaging. The entire procedure is brief and tailored according to the place while keeping in view the safety requirements of the product. Contrary to the traditional canning process, aseptic machinery packaging is quicker using lesser energy and more useful in retaining the food value.

Materials used

Aseptic machinery packaging or the drink box mingles skinny sheets of paper; aluminum and plastic create an exclusive infusion and liquid food pot that is condensed as well as light, but very enduring. All the substances that make up the drink box are vital in preserving the food and nutritional value of the container. The break-up of the materials used in making the ‘drink box’ is as follows:

• Paper (70 percent) for shape and firmness.
• Polyethylene (24 percent) in the deepest coating for sealing and vacuum.
• Aluminum (6 percent) to prevent oxygen and light from contaminating the food.

Benefits

The aseptic machinery packaging, commonly known as ‘drink boxes’, is safe and convenient. In addition, the process helps keep liquids like milk and fruit juices sterilized for hours enabling their supplies to remote regions where there is no refrigeration. While it is widely used in backward areas, where potable water is not available, to supply milk with the view to improve nutrition among pregnant women and children, the process is in great demand among the relief agencies during disasters. Aseptic machinery packaging permits storing and dispersal of unpreserved foodstuff without cold storage facilities for even more than six months.

 The other benefits of aseptic machinery packaging include:

• Convenience - it is portable and can be carried anywhere.
• Food Safety - the process keeps the foodstuff uncontaminated.
• No refrigeration - it helps to store the food without cold storages.