Food and Beverage Packaging Technology 2e

Now in a fully revised and updated second edition, this volume provides a contemporary overview of food processing/packaging technologies. It acquaints the reader with food preservation processes, shelf life and logistical considerations, as well as packaging materials, machines and processes necessary for a wide range of packaging presentations. The new edition addresses environmental and sustainability concerns, and also examines applications of emerging technologies such as RFID and nanotechnology.§It is directed at packaging technologists, those involved in the design and development of packaging, users of packaging in food companies and those who specify or purchase packaging.§Key Features:§An up-to-date and comprehensive handbook on the most important sector of packaging technology§Links methods of food preservation to the packaging requirements of the common types of food and the available food packages§Covers all the key packaging materials - glass, plastics and paperboard§Fully revised second edition now covers sustainability, nanotechnology and RFIDIf all available food packaging systems are listed and related to the materials from which they are made, it becomes clear that the key packaging materials - glass, metal, plastics and paperboard - are competing heavily with each other. There is a battle over which type of container is used for a given application, and it is therefore necessary to consider which materials (or combination of materials) and processes will best serve the market and enhance brand value.§Now in a fully revised and updated second edition, this volume provides a contemporary overview of food processing/packaging technologies. It acquaints the reader with food preservation processes, shelf life and logistical considerations, as well as packaging materials, machines and processes necessary for a wide range of packaging presentations. The new edition addresses environmental and sustainability concerns, and also examines applications of emerging technologies such as RFID and nanotechnology.§It is directed at packaging technologists, those involved in the design and development of packaging, users of packaging in food companies and those who specify or purchase packaging. The book will also be of interest to manufacturers of packaging machinery.