Jumat, 23 September 2011

The Vacuum Packaging Machine Is An Inexpensive Food Storage System

By Adriana Noton


A vacuum packaging machine is a very useful tool to keep both moist and dry foods from deteriorating while extending their self life. Plastic bags, canisters and bottles are used as containers to vacuum seal out the oxygen. This oxygen free space decreases the risk of anaerobic organisms or fungi that can start to develop in the packaging. This provides safe short term storage for moist foods.

Dry foods such as coffee, tea, nuts and trail mix, cereals and smoked meats are easier to store over extended periods of time. This is an ideal system for busy hikers accustomed to traveling with light and compact equipment. With little or no trace of water the food will not risk getting contaminated with any disease causing bacteria.

Consumers can choose from three types of sealer machines that incorporate plastic bags. Some are for commercial use and others for the homemaker who will not be sealing a high volume of items. The first sealer is called the chamber sealer used for commercial purposes. It has a built in chamber where the items to be sealed is positioned. The lid is closed, air removed, bag sealed and oxygen returned. The lid is re-opened and the sealed package is taken out.

Discount shops sell this machine but the cheaper models may not include a built in cooling fan. Without a fan the device cannot be used over extended periods of time without risk of overheating. The better models include a cooling device that allows the user to seal foods for longer stretches of time. The prospective buyer needs to establish how frequently they plan on sealing their food.

Fresh food from the garden is ideally suited for oxygen free packaging. Many people are exploring this alternative to extending the shelf life of foods by going online to browse through the available models. The choices are numerous and it helps to connect with an online representative on chat to get detailed answers to questions.

With summer coming to an end fresh food from the garden is ready to be harvested and stored for winter use. Gardeners interested in storing their food in oxygen-free sealed plastic bags are browsing the internet to learn more about the best models for them to consider purchasing.

Freezer burn is caused by the evaporation of moisture into the air. This can also take place in freezing conditions especially when the item is poorly packaged. The exposed spots on the food will be discolored, shriveled and unappetizing.

A vacuum packaging machine is a cost effective system to adding more storage space at home and while traveling. The shelf life of foods is also extended. The right model takes time to find but reading the reviews and connecting with people on forums will be helpful in deciding on the most suitable style.




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