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 RFID
Table of Content
1. Introduction.
Richard Coles, Packaging Consultancy and Training, Maidstone, Kent, UK.
2. Food biodeterioration and methods of preservation.
Gary S. Tucker, Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, UK.
3. Packaged product quality and shelf life.
Helen M. Brown and James Williams, Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, UK.
4. Logistical packaging for food marketing systems.
Diana Twede and Bruce Harte, School of Packaging, Michigan State University, Michigan 48823, USA.
5. Metal cans.
Bev Page, Packaging Consultant, Ravenshead, Nottingham, UK, Mike Edwards and Nick May, Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, UK.
6. Packaging of food in glass containers.
Pat J. Girling, Consultant in Glass Packaging, Doncaster, UK.
7. Plastics in food packaging.
Mark Kirwan, Consultant in Packaging Technology, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, UK and John Strawbridge, Consultant in Plastics Packaging, Welwyn, Hertfordshire, UK.
8. Paper and paperboard packaging.
Mark Kirwan, Consultant in Packaging Technology, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, UK.
9. Active packaging.
Brian P.F. Day, Food Science Australia, Werribee, Victoria, Australia.
10. Modified atmosphere packaging.
Michael Mullan and Derek Mc Dowell, Loughry College, Cookstown, County Tyrone, Northern Ireland.
11. Biodegradable & Compostable Packaging.
Richard Coles, Packaging Consultancy and Training, Maidstone, Kent, UK.
References .
Index
About the author
Richard Coles is a Consultant in Food Packaging, based in
London, UK
Mark Kirwan is a Consultant and Lecturer in Packaging
Technology, based in London, UK
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