New SHAKA™ Retort makes UK Exhibition Debut

F. Jahn & Company Ltd

Category: Packaging Machinery | 06/08/2009 - 16:45:33

The new SHAKA™ retort from STERIFLOW Thermal Processing will make it's first appearance at a UK exhibition at the PPMA Show 2009.

The SHAKA™ Retort System

UK agents F. Jahn & Co. Ltd. will present the SHAKA™ on their stand D71.

The SHAKA™ Retort System

The SHAKA™ retort system is different from conventional retorts in that during processing, the containers are vigorously shaken at a frequency of 100 to 150 cycles per minute. The agitation of the product is made through a horizontal movement of the baskets. This product agitation means that the heat penetration is sharply speeded up. Cycle times can be reduced by a factor of 4 to 6 compared to standard static or rotary retorts.

The reduced process time has a highly positive impact on the quality of the products in terms of colour, taste, vitamin preservation and so on, compared to that usually obtained with static or rotary retorts. The SHAKA™ retort can be used with all types of containers currently available such as cans, glass jars, plastic trays and pouches.

STERIFLOW have carried out tests on babyfood, soups, white sauces, dairy products, vegetables and ready meals. The results show better tasting sterilized products having a “fresher” mouth feel compared to retorted products found on the market. Extensive studies have also been performed by national R&D centers such as CCFRA in United Kingdom, CTCPA in France and Norconserv in Norway, confirming the impressive results.