Micvac

In-bag cooking & pasteurisation

One continuous process for efficient production of chilled, ready-to-eat foods

Best in class production efficiency

The combination of the Schur^®Star Concept and the Micvac™ technology enables the producer to market unique products with a shelf life of 40-60 days.

The flexible packaging machine offers manual, semi-, or fully automatic filling. Together with the concept of premade bags, a consistent and effective filling and sealing process is the result. By adding the unique Micvac™ in-bag cooking and pasteurisation technology, the combined process brings superior ready-to-eat foods.

The result is one continuous production flow, from filling of the bags, over preparation of the ingredients to the final product, ready for distribution. A highly efficient production that requires low care and low labour.

The valve is the core

The valve is the core of the Micvac™ process and makes it possible to have a fully cooked, pasteurised, and vacuum-packed product in approx. 7 minutes.

During the pasteurisation process in the microwave tunnel, the pressure in the bag will open the valve to release steam and with it oxygen molecules. After 5-10 minutes, the food is cooked and pasteurised. When cooled, the valve closes, the steam condenses, and a natural vacuum is the result.

Long shelf life brings several benefits

The Micvac™ technology allows you to produce a pasteurised, safe product with a shelf life of 40-60 days, bringing several producer benefits:

Longer production cycles with larger batches
Efficient logistics
Less risk of out-of-stock problems and missed sales
Minimal food waste along the entire value chain

The unique in-bag cooking and pasteurisation technology preserves not only vitamins, but also flavour, texture, and colours of the meal

The Schur®Star Packaging Machine offers effortless bagging, whether manual, semi- or fully automatic

The large opening in the total width of the Schur®Star bag ensures a precise and consistent bagging process, reducing product spillage and downtime

The length of the Micvac™ microwave tunnel can be adapted to match the specific product

From raw ingredients to fully cooked, pasteurised, and vacuum-packed ready-to-eat foods in approx. 7 minutes

Watch the video to explore the process for soups

The chilled food in the unopened bag will stay fresh in the fridge for weeks

40 to 60 days' shelf life allows for longer production batches, a smoother production flow and more efficient logistics

When the ready-to-eat foods are adeaquately heated in the microwave, the valve will produce a whistle, indicating that the meal is ready to serve

Download the Schur®Star Micvac™ folder from the catalogue rack in the Information area - use this link https://360universe.schur.com/#scene=info&catalogues

This video shows the process for vegetables