A complete production line in 6 steps

In order to achieve the FILL, SEAL, PIERCE, COOK, CLOSE, COOL sequence for the Micvac method, you need a complete production line of food processing equipment and food packing machines. Each part is built to sequentially perform its role in one smooth, continuous process.

The filling line can be set up and automated in a number of ways. The types of products and recipes, variety of products and packaging sizes, the required capacity, desired flexibility and cost efficiency will all determine what type of food packaging machines and food processing equipment that are needed.

Micvac is cooperating with leading suppliers of sealing equipment. The sealing machines make sure the film seal on the trays is strong enough to withstand the internal pressure during the cooking and packaging processes as well as when reheating – yet remains easy for consumers to peel away.

After the trays have been fed into the Microwave tunnel, a built-in knife in the first section pierces a small hole in the sealing film.

The microwave tunnel is designed and developed especially for Micvac’s process. A buffer and in-feed system is an integrated part of the microwave tunnel. In the tunnel the trays are heated continuously and uniformly. The distribution of microwave energy is designed in order to obtain a uniform heating pattern. The microwave tunnel is built in modules which makes it easy to increase capacity when needed.

Micvac is cooperating with leading suppliers of sealing equipment and has developed a special valve applicator that is integrated into the food packaging machine.

After the microwave tunnel the products are transported into the cooling equipment, preferably a spiral cooler, which gives a quick and controlled cooling. Rapid cooling guarantees maximum quality and is part of a comprehensive food safety system. The finished meals are then ready for secondary packaging and preparation for shipment.