Packaging in pouches MULTIVAC consumable materials

MULTIVAC offers a comprehensive program of

consumable materials for the production of high-

quality packs for food and industrial products,

consumer goods and healthcare products.

We offer a comprehensive range of high-quality

vacuum pouches for packing on chamber machines

and chamber belt machines, and the pouches are

available in the widest assortment of sizes and

specifications.

Our product portfolio also includes laminate films,

mono films and trays from leading manufacturers.

Please contact our packaging material specialists for

more information and for individual consultancy on

these materials. We look forward to receiving your

enquiry.

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Edge seal pouchPA/PE 90 µm

Properties · No contamination of your product through

film trim when opening the pack · High level of product safety and aroma

protection due to outstanding gas barrier · Tested quality - from the raw material to

the finished pouch · High puncture resistance · High-gloss transparent · Very good sealing properties

CertificatesBRC for film manufacture and pouch production

Designation Unit Value Method

Film composition PA/PE

Gauge µm 90 DIN 53370 23°C / 50% RH

Permeability

Moisture vapour g/m².d 2.6 DIN 53122 23°C / 85% RH

Oxygen cm³/m² 50 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Carbon dioxide cm³/m² 150 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Nitrogen cm³/m² 10 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Mechanical properties

Tear strength in longitudinal direction N/15 mm 40–50 DIN 53455 23°C / 50% RH

Tear strength in horizontal direction N/15 mm 30–40 DIN 53455 23°C / 50% RH

Sealing temperature range °C 100–180

Temperature resistance °C -50/+90

Area of application · Fresh Meat · Sausage products · Fish · Non-respiring cheese · Ready meals · Nonfood

Range of use-50°C to +90°C

StorageCool and dry4°C to 25°C

The information given here is based on our current knowledge and it does not imply any guarantee of the properties. Existing laws and regulations are to be observed by recipients of our products under their own responsibility.

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Tubular pouchPA/PE 90 µm

Properties · No side seam · High level of product safety and aroma

protection due to outstanding gas barrier · Tested quality - from the raw material to

the finished pouch · High puncture resistance · High-gloss transparent · Very good sealing properties

CertificatesBRC for film manufacture and pouch production

The information given here is based on our current knowledge and it does not imply any guarantee of the properties. Existing laws and regulations are to be observed by recipients of our products under their own responsibility.

Designation Unit Value Method

Film composition PA/PE

Gauge µm 90 DIN 53370 23°C / 50% RH

Permeability

Moisture vapour g/m².d 2.6 DIN 53122 23°C / 85% RH

Oxygen cm³/m² 50 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Carbon dioxide cm³/m² 150 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Nitrogen cm³/m² 10 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Mechanical properties

Tear strength in longitudinal direction N/15 mm 40–50 DIN 53455 23°C / 50% RH

Tear strength in horizontal direction N/15 mm 30–40 DIN 53455 23°C / 50% RH

Sealing temperature range °C 100–180

Temperature resistance °C -50/+80

Area of application · Fresh Meat · Sausage products · Fish · Non-respiring cheese · Ready meals · Nonfood

Range of use-50°C to +85°C

StorageCool and dry4°C to 25°C

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Tubular cook-in pouchPA/PE 90 µm

Properties · No side seam · High level of product safety and aroma

protection due to outstanding gas barrier · Tested quality - from the raw material to

the finished pouch · High-gloss transparent · Very good sealing properties · Can be shock frozen

CertificatesBRC for film manufacture and pouch production

The information given here is based on our current knowledge and it does not imply any guarantee of the properties. Existing laws and regulations are to be observed by recipients of our products under their own responsibility.

Designation Unit Value Method

Film composition PA/PE

Gauge µm 90 DIN 53370 23°C / 50% RH

Permeability

Moisture vapour g/m².d 2.6 DIN 53122 23°C / 85% RH

Oxygen cm³/m² 50–60 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Carbon dioxide cm³/m² 150–200 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Nitrogen cm³/m² 10–15 DIN 53380 23°C / 75% RH

Mechanical properties

Tear strength in longitudinal direction N/15 mm 40–50 DIN 53455 23°C / 50% RH

Tear strength in horizontal direction N/15 mm 30–45 DIN 53455 23°C / 50% RH

Sealing temperature range °C 100–180

Temperature resistance °C -50/+115

Area of application · Fresh Meat · Fish · Ready meals · Vegetables

Range of use-40°C to +115°CSuitable for sous-vide cooking

StorageCool and dry4°C to 25°C

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Stand-up pouch PET/PE 112 µm

Properties · High level of product safety · Tested quality - from the raw material to the

finished pouch · Freezer resistance · Effective product presentation · High-gloss transparent · Heat treatment up to 100°C

CertificatesBRC for film manufacture and pouch production

The information given here is based on our current knowledge and it does not imply any guarantee of the properties. Existing laws and regulations are to be observed by recipients of our products under their own responsibility.

Designation Unit Value Method

Gauge µm 112 DIN 53370

Permeability

Moisture vapour g/m².d < DIN 53122 / ASTM 39823°C / 185% RH

Oxygen cm³/m² < 120 DIN 53380 / ASTM 398-520°C / 150% RH

Carbon dioxide cm³/m² < 610 DIN 53380 / ASTM 398-520°C / 0% RH

Nitrogen cm³/m² < 50 DIN 53380 / ASTM 398-520°C / 0% RH

Shrink properties

Longitudinal direction % 45–50 90°C / 3s

Horizontal direction % 45–50 90°C / 3s

Application recommendations

Sealing temperature °C 135

Recommended storage conditions °C +15 – +25

Relative humidity conditions % RH 40–56

Area of application · Grated cheese · Ready meals · Frozen foods · Chilled, fresh food · Salts · Herbs · Vegetables

Range of use-40°C to +100°CSuitable for vacuum packaging and heat treatment

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Shrink pouchHB-L 45 µm

Properties · Low leakage rates due to

outstanding gas barrier · Tested quality – from the raw material

to the finished pouch · High puncture resistance · High-gloss transparent · Very good sealing properties · PVdC free

CertificatesBRC for film manufacture and pouch production

The information given here is based on our current knowledge and it does not imply any guarantee of the properties. Existing laws and regulations are to be observed by recipients of our products under their own responsibility.

Designation Unit Value Method

Film composition HB-L

Gauge µm 45 DIN 53370

Permeability

Moisture vapour g/m².d 19 ASTM E 96-00 38°C / 90% RH

Oxygen cm³/m² 8ASTM D-3985-95 / ASTM F-1297-98 20°C / 65% RH

Shrink properties

Longitudinal direction % 33 93°C / 3s

Horizontal direction % 37 93°C / 3s

Application recommendations

Sealing temperature range °C 130–180

Recommended storage conditions °C +15 – +22

Relative humidity conditions % RH 40–60

Maximum storage temperature °C +25

Recommended storage duration Years < 1

Area of application · Fresh Meat · Sausage products · Fish

Range of use-50°C to +90°C

StorageCool and dry15°C to 22°CStorage duration up to one year

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Glossary

Sealing areaThe sealing area is the area, in which a correct seal can be made without damaging the pouch.

Sealing temperatureThe sealing temperature is the temperature, at which an optimum seal can be achieved. This temperature is specific to the machine and material, and it has to be determined through sealing trials. The sealing temperature is generally the mean temperature of the sealing range.

PA/PEPA (polyamide) has low permeability against oils, fats, liquids and aromas, and it also has outstanding mechanical properties (tear and puncture resistance). PE (polyethylene) is significantly cheaper and has a good moisture vapour barrier.

OPA/PPBiaxially-oriented polyamide/polypropylene is a PA/PP film, which is stretched by rollers in both longitudinal and horizontal directions. This procedure influences the molecular structure of the film, and better transparency, rigidity and moisture vapour barrier are achieved by this means. The PP part of the film increases the temperature resistance. This means that the material is ideally suited to cooking applications.

Shrink propertiesThe shrink properties of a pouch are given in % and a temperature, for example 50% at 98°C means that the pouch shrinks by 50% at 98°C. The shrinkage is however less at a lower temperature.

Shrink pouch dimensionsIn order to achieve the optimum quality when packing in shrink pouches, the size of the pouch is crucial. The formula below is used to calculate the pouch dimension:

Calculation of the pouch dimensions

Pouch width: (2 x product height + 2 x product width) x 0.55 to 0.6Pouch length: (2 x product length + 2 x product height) + 120 to 150 2

e.g. Cheese bread 100 x 100 x 300 mmPouch width: 200 + 200 x 0.55 = 220 mmPouch length: 600 + 200 + 130 = 530 mm 2

BRCBritish Retail Consortium is a trade association based in London, which specifies the standards for food safety (handling, packaging and processing). This certification has established itself worldwide, and it is crucial for our packaging material.

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Sachet à bords soudés

Sachet tubulaire

Sachet rétractable SR

Sachet rétractable CC

IFSThe International Featured Standards (IFS) are a certification program for ensuring food safety, as well as quality and conformity in the logistics (storage, transshipment and transport) of food.

SterilisingIs a process, which completely kills microorganisms and their spores as well as viruses and prions. The temperature for this process is generally between 110°C and 135°C, and the process lasts for 10 to 20 minutes.

PasteurisingPasteurising is a process, which extends the shelf life of food and minimizes microorganisms. The core temperature varies depending on the process and type of food, but it is always below 100°C.

Migration limit valuesThis is defined in the Swiss legislation of the EDI (Federal Department of Home Affairs) by means of consumer goods (ditto EUR-Lex 320020017 DE). This legislation controls the limit values of various substances, which arise in packaging materials in direct contact with food.

Edge seal pouchAn edge seal pouch is a type of pouch, which is manufactured from two film webs, and it consists therefore of three sealed sides.

Tubular pouchA tubular pouch is a type of pouch, which is manufactured from a tube of film, and it is therefore sealed on only one side.

Shrink pouch TUThe shrink pouch TU = tubular type

Shrink pouch SIThe shrink pouch SI = side seam type

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